Arsenal vs Bournemouth LIVE: Premier League result, final score and reaction after Reiss Nelson’s last-minute winner
Follow all the action from Emirates Stadium
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
Almost an own goal! Stephens almost gifts Arsenal a route back into the game! Saka drives a right-footed cross in, and the Bournemouth defender completely slices his clearance, which goes just over the crossbar for an Arsenal corner!
Arsenal vs AFC Bournemouth
Normal service is resumed as Arsenal try to work an opening against a packed Bournemouth backline. Neto rises to claim a poor cross from Vieira – he was given a chance to impress in Xhaka's usual midfield role here, but he's yet to take it.
Arsenal vs AFC Bournemouth
Mikel Arteta was animated on the touchline after that goal, encouraging his players. There's a long way to go at the Emirates, but Bournemouth have a comfortable lead!
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments