By Kwame Bediako
AFC Bournemouth thrilled their home fans with a thrilling comeback victory over Fulham, winning 3–1 at the Vitality Stadium on Friday, October 3, 2025. The Cherries trailed until the 78th minute but were inspired by Antoine Semenyo’s outstanding performance to secure all three points.
Fulham took the lead in the 70th minute when Ryan Sessegnon calmly finished a well-crafted move initiated by Chukwueze, leaving the visitors ahead and the home crowd on edge.
However, the nervousness did not last long as Bournemouth responded quickly with a spectacular equalizer. Antoine Semenyo pulled Bournemouth level in the 78th minute with a brilliant finish from a tight angle, expertly threading the ball through goalkeeper Leno’s legs.
The goal swung momentum in the Cherries’ favor and set the stage for more drama in the closing stages. Semenyo then turned provider for Justin Kluivert, who displayed incredible skill and composure with a solo run ending in a powerful long-range shot to make it 2–1.
Despite Fulham’s desperate push for an equalizer during stoppage time, Bournemouth struck again on the break. In the dying moments, Gannon-Doak charged forward and set up Semenyo, who calmly fired past Leno to complete the comeback and seal a memorable 3–1 victory.
Semenyo’s Premier League season continues to impress with six goals and three assists in just seven appearances. Bournemouth will next face Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on October 18th.
