Bournemouth delivered a stunning 3-0 triumph over Manchester United at Old Trafford, marking their second consecutive Premier League win at the iconic venue. The defeat left United languishing in 13th place, their lowest Christmas position since 1989, while Bournemouth celebrated a climb to fifth.
The game began tentatively, with neither side creating clear chances early on. However, Bournemouth capitalized on their first significant opportunity in the 28th minute. Dean Huijsen met Ryan Christie's well-placed free-kick, directing a glancing header past André Onana for his maiden Premier League away goal. Huijsen nearly turned villain shortly after when he lost possession near his box, but Chelsea loanee Kepa Arrizabalaga denied Bruno Fernandes to preserve Bournemouth's lead.
Ruben Amorim, United's under-pressure manager, introduced Alejandro Garnacho and Rasmus Højlund early in the second half, hoping to inspire a comeback. But United's woes deepened in the 58th minute when Noussair Mazraoui's clumsy foul on Justin Kluivert led to a penalty. Kluivert coolly converted, sending Onana the wrong way for his fourth penalty goal of the season.
Just two minutes later, Bournemouth struck again. Dango Ouattara's incisive cut-back found Antoine Semenyo, who slotted home to spark wild celebrations among the away supporters. Semenyo's strike marked his fifth goal of the season and sealed a fourth victory in five games for Andoni Iraola's in-form side.
Despite United's attempts to salvage pride, Bournemouth remained resolute, denying any late heroics. The defeat compounds a miserable week for United, following their EFL Cup quarter-final exit to Tottenham Hotspur. Fans voiced frustration as the Red Devils failed to register a goal for the second straight game.
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