Bournemouth beat Newcastle 2-1 at St James’ Park as Truffert scores late to extend their unbeaten run to 13 Premier League games.
Bournemouth extended their remarkable unbeaten run with a 2-1 victory over Newcastle United at St James’ Park. Adrien Truffert struck late to seal all three points in a tightly contested encounter. The result boosts Bournemouth’s European hopes while piling more pressure on the hosts.
The visitors began brightly and looked the more composed side in the opening exchanges. Newcastle struggled to settle, with Bournemouth pressing aggressively in midfield. Early chances fell to both teams, but neither side tested the goalkeeper seriously.
Bournemouth made their dominance count in the 32nd minute. Rayan surged down the right flank and delivered a low cross into the box. Marcus Tavernier met it at close range and bundled the ball home to make it 1-0.
Newcastle responded late in the first half but lacked cutting edge. Bournemouth nearly doubled their lead before the break, but Evanilson failed to convert from close range. The visitors went into half-time with a deserved advantage.
Newcastle improved after the restart and began to apply pressure. Their midfield gained more control, and the home side started creating openings. Bournemouth, however, remained dangerous on the counter.
The equaliser arrived in the 68th minute after a moment of confusion. Evanilson’s touch inadvertently sent William Osula through on goal. He finished calmly, and after a VAR review, the goal was awarded to make it 1-1.
Momentum briefly swung in Newcastle’s favour following the goal. Bruno Guimaraes, returning from injury, added energy and drive in midfield. Bournemouth had to weather a period of sustained pressure.
Despite conceding, Bournemouth stayed composed and continued to push forward. Their persistence paid off in the 85th minute with a well-worked move. Tavernier delivered a cross into the area, which Evanilson cushioned into the path of Truffert.
The left-back finished confidently from close range, firing into the roof of the net. It was his first goal for the club and proved decisive. Newcastle pushed late but could not find another equaliser.
Bournemouth registered 12 shots, with three on target, compared to Newcastle’s 11 attempts and three on target. The visitors recorded an expected goals figure of 2.99, higher than Newcastle’s 1.59. Possession was evenly split, with Newcastle holding 54 percent. However, Bournemouth were more clinical in key moments. Tavernier contributed a goal and an assist, while Rayan impressed with his creativity.
Defensively, Bournemouth showed resilience, especially after conceding. Newcastle, meanwhile, have now conceded 19 goals after the 80th minute this season, highlighting ongoing issues.
Tavernier was central to Bournemouth’s attacking threat throughout the match. His movement and delivery caused constant problems for the Newcastle defence. Truffert’s late goal capped a strong overall performance from the visitors.
Osula’s equalizer, his third in four Premier League games, briefly lifted Newcastle, but they struggled to maintain momentum. Guimaraes showed flashes of quality on his return but lacked support in the final third.
Newcastle will look to respond when they face Arsenal away on April 25. Bournemouth return home to take on Leeds United on Wednesday as they continue their push for European qualification.
