Wolves vs Bournemouth Report

Scorers: Larsen 5’, 69’; Kluivert 3’ (P), 18’ (P), 74’ (P), Kerkez 8’

AFC Bournemouth secured a stunning 4-2 Premier League (PL) victory at Molineux, with Justin Kluivert making history as the first PL player to score a hat-trick of penalties in a single game.

The win snapped Wolves’ four-game unbeaten streak and marked Bournemouth’s third consecutive league triumph at Molineux.

Penalty Drama and Early Goals Define First Half

The match began at a blistering pace, with Wolves conceding a penalty inside the first minute when Toti Gomes fouled Evanilson. Justin Kluivert stepped up and calmly converted from the spot, giving Bournemouth an ideal start.

However, Wolves responded almost immediately, equalizing within two minutes as Jørgen Strand Larsen nodded home a precise cross from Matheus Cunha.

The frenetic action continued, with Bournemouth regaining the lead just three minutes later. A sweeping attack ended with Marcus Tavernier threading a pass to Milos Kerkez, who rifled a powerful shot into the roof of the net.

Wolves’ defensive frailties were exposed again soon after, as goalkeeper José Sá inadvertently fouled Evanilson, resulting in another penalty.

Kluivert converted his second spot-kick of the match with a composed strike into the bottom-left corner, putting Bournemouth 3-1 up inside 17 minutes.

Both teams continued to attack relentlessly, but Wolves’ defensive lapses left them vulnerable, with Kluivert and Evanilson causing constant problems in the final third.

Second Half: Kluivert Completes Historic Hat-Trick

Wolves attempted to mount a comeback in the second half and briefly reduced the deficit when Strand Larsen pounced on a rare attacking opportunity to score his second goal of the match.

However, their resurgence was short-lived. Just two minutes later, Sá collided with Evanilson in the goalmouth, conceding yet another penalty.

Kluivert completed his hat-trick from the spot, becoming the first player in PL history to score three penalties in a single game, and restored Bournemouth’s two-goal cushion.

Wolves struggled to regain momentum as Bournemouth pressed forward confidently, with the Cherries’ attacking intent matched by their defensive discipline. Andoni Iraola’s side ultimately secured a crucial victory, leaving Wolves frustrated in their efforts to extend their unbeaten run.

Conclusion: Bournemouth’s Resilience, Wolves’ Setback

The win lifts Bournemouth closer to the top half of the table under Andoni Iraola, as they continue to find joy at Molineux with their third consecutive league victory at the venue.

Meanwhile, Wolves will rue their defensive errors, which saw their unbeaten streak come to an abrupt end. Despite their attacking flair, Wolves’ league-worst defensive record (32 goals conceded) raises concerns as they slide back into the bottom three.

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