Antoine Semenyo found himself in acres of space to calmly slot home Dango Ouattara’s delivery, capping a clinical Bournemouth display in a comprehensive win over Manchester United at Old Trafford.
Ruben Amorim’s United endured another dismal afternoon, succumbing to a three-goal defeat at home to the Cherries for the second consecutive year. The result marks United’s third loss in four Premier League outings, leaving them languishing in 13th place with just seven points from Amorim’s six games at the helm.
Bournemouth, in stark contrast, continue their impressive campaign, climbing to fifth place—a position that might secure Champions League football next season, depending on the European results of other English sides.
Dean Huijsen broke the deadlock in the 29th minute, capitalizing on United’s vulnerability at set-pieces with a well-timed header. Later, Justin Kluivert coolly converted a penalty after Noussair Mazraoui clumsily brought him down in the box.
The Cherries didn’t relent, adding a third moments after Kobbie Mainoo’s midfield lapse handed them possession. Ouattara’s precision cross found Semenyo unmarked, making it a day to forget for United fans.
Meanwhile, Marcus Rashford, left out of the squad for the third time under Amorim, watched from the stands as his team struggled. With performances like this, it’s evident United need Rashford firing on all cylinders—and a great deal more—to turn their season around.
