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
The corner is headed towards the goal line, where Billing blocks! Once again, the Arsenal players and supporters shout for handball. This one looks a bit more interesting… Billing's hands were up in front of his head!
Arsenal vs AFC Bournemouth
Another handball appeal from the home players as Odegaard sees his shot blocked by Senesi. On second viewing, it seemed to hit the back of the defender's shoulder. There's a VAR check, but it's swiftly over!
Arsenal vs AFC Bournemouth
The corner is worked to Vieira 25 yards out... but that's a dire finish! The midfielder leans back and lifts his shot miles over the crossbar. Poor attempt!
Arsenal vs AFC Bournemouth
This game is completely hectic now, with Arsenal desperate to get on the attack quickly. Martinelli sees a back-heeled cross poked behind… and the hosts have a corner!
Arsenal vs AFC Bournemouth
MARTINELLI GOES CLOSE! Arsenal should have their third goal as Martinelli hares in behind before flashing his shot just over Neto's crossbar from 15 yards out! Great chance missed by the hosts!
Arsenal vs AFC Bournemouth
Off the post! The turnaround is almost complete as Saka smashes a cross into Stephens, and it deflects against the upright! The home fans appeal for handball against the Bournemouth man, but it hit his upper arm and was completely unintentional. No penalty!
Arsenal vs AFC Bournemouth
What a comeback this has been from Arsenal, with two goals in the space of eight minutes wiping out Bournemouth's lead. The Gunners are not done there – they are camped on the edge of the Cherries' area now!
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