Bournemouth beats Newcastle 4-1 in the 22nd round of the English Premier League, halting the host’s winning streak. Justin Kluivert starred with a remarkable hat-trick, leading Bournemouth to a stunning victory. The match, held on Saturday, saw Bournemouth rise to 37 points in sixth place, while Newcastle remains at 38 points, but risks losing their position in the top four.
Bournemouth Beats Newcastle Early with Kluivert’s Goal
Bournemouth made an early breakthrough in the match with Justin Kluivert scoring in the 6th minute, giving the visitors a crucial early lead. His shot sent the ball past Newcastle’s goalkeeper, Mark Travers, sparking celebrations from the travelling supporters.
Guimaraes Equalizer Keeps Newcastle Hopeful
Newcastle quickly responded to Bournemouth’s early lead. Bruno Guimaraes levelled the score at 1-1 in the 25th minute with a stunning strike from outside the penalty area. His calm finish after a fast-paced build-up play from Newcastle gave them hope that they could bounce back and seize control of the game.
Kluivert’s First-Half Brace Propels Bournemouth Forward
Just before the halftime whistle, Bournemouth regained the lead thanks to Kluivert’s second goal of the match. The Dutch forward capitalized on a brilliant cross and slotted the ball into the back of the net in the 44th minute, putting Bournemouth ahead 2-1 as both teams headed into the break.
Hat-Trick Hero Kluivert Sends Bournemouth to Victory
The second half saw Newcastle pushing for an equalizer, but it was Kluivert who once again made the difference for Bournemouth. With just seconds left in stoppage time, Kluivert completed his hat-trick with a calm finish, securing a 3-1 lead in the 90+2 minute. His relentless performance on the day cemented his place as the hero of the match.
Kerkez Wraps Up Bournemouth’s 4-1 Triumph
In the dying moments of the match, Bournemouth sealed their 4-1 victory when Milos Kerkez scored in the 90+8 minute. Kerkez finished a quick counter-attack, ensuring that Bournemouth not only took all three points but also ended the match in emphatic style.
Bournemouth’s Impressive Run
With the victory, Bournemouth improved their position to 37 points and moved up to sixth place in the league standings. This win is significant as it marks their sixth victory in the last ten matches, showing impressive resilience despite challenges.
Newcastle’s Streak Ends
For Newcastle, this defeat ended a six-match winning streak and left them vulnerable in the race for a top-four finish. With this loss, Newcastle now faces the potential loss of their position in the standings. Their last defeat in the league had come in December, but the pressure is now on as they look to rebound in their next matches.
