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Arsenal shocked by Bournemouth, offering Man City Premier League lifeline

Arsenal shocked by Bournemouth, offering Man City Premier League lifeline

Summary

Bournemouth beat Arsenal 2-1 in a Premier League match, narrowing Arsenal's lead over Manchester City. Alex Scott scored the winning goal for Bournemouth, who now rise to ninth place, boosting Man City's title chances.

Key Facts

  • Bournemouth defeated Arsenal 2-1.
  • Bournemouth's Alex Scott scored the winning goal in the 74th minute.
  • Arsenal still leads by nine points over Manchester City.
  • Manchester City has two games in hand and can reduce Arsenal's lead.
  • Eli Junior Kroupi scored Bournemouth’s first goal, making him the first teenager to score 10 goals in a Premier League debut season since 1999-2000.
  • Arsenal equalized with a penalty, taken by Viktor Gyokeres after a handball by Bournemouth's Ryan Christie.
  • Bournemouth's victory moves them to ninth place and into contention for European competition.

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