Arsenal vs Bournemouth LIVE: Premier League result, final score and reaction after Reiss Nelson’s last-minute winner
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Arsenal survived a massive scare in their pursuit of the Premier League title as they came back from two goals down to beat Bournemouth 3-2 with a last-gasp winner from Reiss Nelson, in a rip-roaring contest in north London on Saturday.
Relegation-threatened Bournemouth scored the second-quickest Premier League goal of all time after nine seconds of play through Philip Billing, and despite Arsenal’s domination, Marcos Senesi made it 2-0 for the visitors before the hour.
But then began an Arsenal comeback that could prove a pivotal moment in the title race.
Thomas Partey prodded a shot past Bournemouth keeper Neto just past the hour mark, and eight minutes later substitute Ben White’s volley crossed the line despite Neto’s desperate dive.
With the Emirates Stadium crowd roaring their side on it appeared Bournemouth had held on for a precious point in their fight against relegation, but substitute Nelson’s sensational strike seven minutes into stoppage time sealed a remarkable win. Arsenal restored their five-point lead over Manchester City, who had won earlier, with 63 points from 26 games.
Arsenal vs AFC Bournemouth
Saka beats Zemura before driving a fierce cross in from the right, but no red shirts are there to meet it. Arsenal keep the attack alive, but Semenyo is eventually able to clear.
Arsenal vs AFC Bournemouth
Almost a costly mix-up in the visiting backline as Zinchenko picks out Martinelli with a lofted pass. The Brazilian is crowded out and loses it to Senesi, who almost takes it out of Neto's hands before his goalkeeper regroups.
Arsenal vs AFC Bournemouth
For those who missed it, goals from Phil Foden and Bernardo Silva fired Manchester City to a 2-0 win over Newcastle United in Saturday's earlier game. Arsenal's lead in the title race is now two points, and as things stand, they will miss the chance to gain breathing space on their pursuers!
Arsenal vs AFC Bournemouth
Saka cuts inside from the right and lifts a poor cross straight into the hands of Neto. The Bournemouth goalkeeper is already taking his time before releasing the ball, frustrating the home fans.
Arsenal vs AFC Bournemouth
The game looks to have settled into a regular pattern now, with Arsenal dominating possession and Bournemouth sat in a 5-4-1 shape. The Cherries win a goal-kick as Tomiyasu's ball over the top runs too long for Saka.
Arsenal vs AFC Bournemouth
Since the resumption of the Premier League following the World Cup break, Bournemouth have won fewer points (five) and scored fewer goals (four) than any other side in the competition. They've made a brilliant start to their bid to improve on that record here!
Arsenal vs AFC Bournemouth
Arsenal win a corner on the left, but Smith is alert to the danger and heads the delivery away. Bournemouth are then forced to defend another cross from the left flank, but the Cherries clear that one as well.
Arsenal vs AFC Bournemouth
Odegaard now has another go, driving in from the left to see a tame effort held by Neto. The Bournemouth goalkeeper is likely to be a busy man for the rest of this game.
Arsenal vs AFC Bournemouth
GREAT CHANCE! Arsenal should be level as Odegaard wins possession high up the pitch and sees his low strike clawed away from the bottom-right corner by Neto. The rebound drops to Saka, who sees his right-footed shot blocked by the goalkeeper at close range. What a start to this game!
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