Bournemouth scored a 93rd-minute equalizer to draw 2-2 at Leeds on Saturday, as Andoni Iraola’s side just don’t know when to quit.
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Antoine Semenyo gave Bournemouth the lead in the first half but either side of half time Leeds turned it around with Joe Rodon and Sean Longstaff scoring.
But Eli Junior Kroupi scored a superb equalizer deep into stoppage time to grab a deserved point for Bournemouth on the road.
Bournemouth grind it out
Leeds will be disappointed to concede a late equalizer but they can’t have too many complaints. Bournemouth always looked likely to grab a point and Andoni Iraola’s side just never give up. Young forward Kroupi finished superbly and the Cherries deserved it. After a summer of upheaval, Bournemouth appear to have spent wisely in the transfer market once again. Yes, they would have also been disappointed with only a point at Leeds but they are so dynamic and were ruthless when their chances arrived. The only game they’ve lost this season is the opener at Liverpool late on and Iraola’s Cherries will fancy their chances of pushing for European qualification given that most of their rivals in that part of the table have to juggle European competition this season. Bournemouth don’t and as long as Semenyo stays fit and in form, they will win plenty of games.
What’s next?
Leeds host Tottenham next Saturday, Bournemouth host Fulham on Friday.
Leeds vs Bournemouth score: 2-2
Rodon 37', Longstaff 54'; Semenyo 26', Kroupi 90+3'
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Kroupi finishes superbly in stoppage time!
A cross is knocked down perfectly by Senesi and Eli Junior Kroupi finishes so well. What a cushioned finish across goal that is. Elland Road is stunned.
Petrovic denies Harrison
Leeds are pushing hard to clinch this game and Harrison drills a shot on goal which Petrovic pushes away. My word Harrison hit that out of the middle of the bat.
Longstaff smashes home!
Leeds sustain the pressure and Okafor causes problems on the left and Bournemouth can’t clear. The ball drops to Sean Longstaff and he volleys home off the post as he cuts across the ball. Longstaff’s first goal for Leeds. Great finish!
Steady start to the second half
Jimenez has whipped in one good cross that Bournemouth’s forwards couldn’t get on the end of. Leeds are working hard in midfield to stop Bournemouth having control of this game. Also, USMNT fans will be intrigued to hear that former Leeds midfielder Tyler Adams is getting booed by the Leeds fans each time he touches the ball.
Half time: Leeds 1-1 Bournemouth
Really good first half at Elland Road. Leeds had some big chances but Petrovic stood tall, then Bournemouth took the lead through Semenyo’s strike. Leeds are deservedly level through Rodon’s header and it is pretty spicy in Yorkshire. Very even game.
Rodon heads home!
A corner is whipped in from the right and Joe Rodon is there to head home at the back post. Petrovic should do better with it, but that is a towering header from Rodon. 1-1!
Semenyo smashes home a free kick!
What a strike from Antoine Semenyo, as Bournemouth take the lead. Bournemouth have a free kick right on the edge of the box and Semenyo drills home the free kick low and hard under the wall. Could Karl Darlow have done better with that? Probably not.
Leeds go close again!
Longstaff finds Calvert-Lewin again and he reacts well to get an effort in on goal but Petrovic makes a really good stop. Leeds look the more likely to take the lead.
Calvert-Lewin almost scores right away!
With a just a few seconds on the clock Leeds are in with a ball over the top catching out Bournemouth. Dominic Calvert-Lewin is through on goal but his shot is saved well by Petrovic. What a start that would have been for the hosts!
Leeds lineup
Darlow; Bogle, Rodon, Struijk, Gudmundsson; Ampadu, Longstaff, Stach; Aaronson, Calvert-Lewin, Okafor
Bournemouth lineup
Petrovic; Jimenez, Diakite, Senesi, Truffert; Adams, Christie; Semenyo, Adli, Kluivert; Evanilson
Leeds United team news, focus
OUT: Lucas Perri (thigh) | QUESTIONABLE: Joel Piroe (calf), Daniel James (knock), Wilfried Gnonto (calf)
Bournemouth team news, focus
OUT: Adam Smith (thigh), Enes Unal (knee) | QUESTIONABLE: Lewis Cook (shoulder)
Leeds vs Bournemouth preview
The Cherries’ lone loss since Week 1’s trip to Liverpool is a 10-man League Cup exit versus Brentford, as Andoni Iraola led Bournemouth to wins over Wolves, Spurs, and Brighton before a home draw with Newcastle in Week 5.
Three of those results saw Bournemouth post clean sheets, impressive considering they sold defenders to Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, and Liverpool this summer.
Leeds broke out of a 186-minute Premier League scoring drought when they scored thrice in a first-half 3-1 comeback win at Wolves in Week 5. Despite the lead they were out-attempted by the hosts, so they attack will have to be truly improved — their xG is only 4.50 in five PL games.
Leeds vs Bournemouth prediction
Only Arsenal and Newcastle have allowed fewer xGA than Bournemouth this season, and the Cherries attack has been more than adequate in terms of producing chances. Neither team is a possession monster, so the quality of chances created feels like a difference maker. In that area, it’s difficult to select the hosts over their visitors. Leeds 0-1 Bournemouth
How to watch Leeds vs Bournemouth live, stream link and start time
Kick off time: 10am ET Saturday
Venue: Elland Road — West Yorkshire
TV Channel: Peacock
Streaming: Stream live on Peacock
