Bournemouth 1-1 Burnley Player Ratings: Marcos Senesi Rated 8.5/10 as Late Drama Sees Points Shared in 1-1 Draw

AFC Bournemouth will feel robbed of two points. They were left stunned by a last-gasp equalizer from Burnley. The Premier League encounter ended in a dramatic 1-1 draw.

From our perspective, the Cherries controlled the proceedings for the majority of the match. They created a flurry of chances but were frustratingly wasteful in front of goal. The home side thought they had secured the win through a moment of individual brilliance from Antoine Semenyo in the second half. His strike was pure quality.

However, football is a cruel game. Burnley hung on, defended desperately and struck at the death. A 90th-minute corner caused chaos, and substitute Armando Broja rose highest. His header snatched an unlikely point, silencing the home crowd and rewarding the Clarets' resilience. It was a classic smash-and-grab point on the road.

Here are Bournemouth Vs Burnley Player Ratings

Bournemouth Player Ratings vs Burnley

Here are Bournemouth Player Ratings vs Burnley

Goalkeeper

Djordje Petrovic - 6.0: Had very little to do for most of the game. He was a spectator for long periods. What stood out to us was his distribution, which was a bit mixed. He couldn't do anything about the late goal, a point-blank header. It was a quiet afternoon that ended in disappointment.

Defenders

Adrien Truffert - 7.5: A really solid performance from the left-back. We noticed he was a rock defensively, winning an impressive 6 of his 7 tackles. He was combative and kept his side of the pitch locked down. He wasn't afraid to get stuck in. A very assured display, though he offered less going forward.

Marcos Senesi - 8.5: Our man of the match, without a doubt. He was an absolute colossus at the back for Bournemouth. The defender made a staggering 12 clearances and won 13 of his 16 duels. What surprised us was his creativity, as he also created three chances, including one big chance. He almost won it with a late header. A truly dominant performance.

Bafodé Diakité - 6.5: A quiet but effective partner to Senesi. His pass accuracy was excellent at 94%, showing his composure on the ball. He made four important clearances and did his job without much fuss. He was rarely troubled and played his part in a defence that was solid until the final minute.

Álex Jiménez - 7.0: An energetic display from the right-back. He was a willing runner up and down the flank, recovering the ball 7 times. He put in some dangerous crosses and was always looking to support the attack. Defensively he was sound, winning his tackles and contributing to the team's overall solidity.

Midfielders

Lewis Cook - 7.0: The captain led by example in the middle of the park. His passing was crisp and accurate, controlling the tempo of the game. He worked tirelessly, recovering the ball 7 times and winning most of his duels. He provided a calming presence and kept things ticking over for the Cherries.

David Brooks - 5.5: This will be a frustrating one for him to look back on. He got into great positions throughout the match but his finishing was shockingly wayward. He had six shots, with five flying off target, including a couple of big misses. He will be kicking himself for not putting the game to bed earlier.

Marcus Tavernier - 6.5: A busy and industrious performance. He was all over the pitch, constantly involved in the play. He drew four fouls, showing how much of a nuisance he was to the Burnley midfield. His final ball was sometimes lacking, but his work rate was undeniable.

Justin Kluivert - 6.5: Looked lively and created two chances before being substituted. He showed flashes of his quality and linked up well with the attack. From our perspective, he perhaps could have been more direct at times. A decent outing but didn't quite have the decisive impact he's capable of.

Antoine Semenyo - 8.0: Provided the moment of magic that almost won the game. His goal from outside the box was a thing of beauty. Beyond the goal, he was a constant threat, creating three chances and always looking dangerous. A fantastic individual performance that deserved to be on the winning side.

Forwards

Evanilson - 6.0: Worked hard up front but struggled to get into the game. He was often isolated and lost possession a few too many times. He linked up play on occasion but didn't manage a shot on goal. It was a tough afternoon for the striker against a physical Burnley defence.

Substitutes

Enes Ünal - 6.0: Came on and tried to hold the ball up but had little service.

Junior Kroupi - 6.5: Added some fresh legs and almost assisted a goal.

Ryan Christie - N/A: Not on long enough to make a significant impact.

Alex Scott - N/A: Brought on in stoppage time to see the game out.

Amine Adli - N/A: Had a late header that went just wide.

Manager

A. Iraola - 6.5: His team selection and tactics were spot on, as Bournemouth dominated the match. They created enough chances to win several games. However, he will be disappointed with his team's profligacy and their inability to defend one late set-piece. It's a tough lesson learned.

Burnley Player Ratings vs Bournemouth

Here are the Burnley Player Ratings vs Bournemouth

Goalkeeper

Martin Dúbravka - 7.0: Kept his team in the game. While he wasn't peppered with shots on target, he commanded his box well. He made a couple of important punches and his handling was secure under pressure. He couldn't do much about the goal, but his presence was vital in keeping the score down.

Defenders

Joe Worrall - 6.0: It was a difficult afternoon for the Burnley defence. Worrall made 7 clearances but also looked shaky at times. He was part of a backline that was under constant pressure. He stood firm for the most part but was part of a defence that rode its luck.

Hjalmar Ekdal - 6.5: The better of the two centre-backs in our view. He made 8 clearances and won 4 aerial duels. He put his body on the line and was crucial in repelling numerous Bournemouth attacks. A determined and gritty defensive display from the Swede.

Lucas Pires - 6.5: A solid defensive outing. He won all three of his tackles and made five clearances. He struggled to get forward but stuck to his defensive duties diligently. He had one wild shot late on but his main contribution was at the back.

Josh Laurent - 4.5: A very poor performance. What stood out to us was his costly error that led to a goal conceded, a moment he'll want to forget. He looked off the pace and struggled with Bournemouth's movement. A day to forget for the defender, who was a clear liability.

Midfielders

Kyle Walker - 5.5: A very quiet game from the midfielder. He lost possession 22 times, which is far too high. He was overrun in the midfield battle and struggled to make any real impact on the game before being subbed. Not his best day at the office.

Lesley Ugochukwu - 6.0: He worked hard in the midfield engine room but it was a tough battle. He recovered the ball four times and won most of his duels. However, he offered little in possession and was part of a midfield that was second best for most of the contest.

Jaidon Anthony - 6.0: Another player who put in a shift but lacked quality. He drew four fouls, showing his willingness to get involved. But he was wasteful in possession and lost the ball 16 times. A tireless but ultimately ineffective performance.

Josh Cullen - 6.5: The captain tried to rally his troops in a difficult match. He was combative, winning 6 of his 8 duels and drawing three fouls. His passing was neat, but he struggled to get his team playing. His error led to a shot, but he never stopped trying to influence the game.

Forwards

Jacob Bruun Larsen - 5.0: Almost completely anonymous. He had only 18 touches in 66 minutes. He failed to make any impact on the game and was easily marshalled by the Bournemouth defence. A very disappointing showing.

Zian Flemming - 5.0: Seemed more interested in fighting than football. He committed five fouls and picked up a deserved yellow card. He offered very little threat going forward and spent most of his energy in physical battles. From our perspective, it was an undisciplined and ineffective performance.

Substitutes

Armando Broja - 7.5: The hero for Burnley. He came on and provided the focal point they were missing. He grabbed the all-important equalizer with a great header. A game-changing substitution.

Loum Tchaouna - 6.0: Added some energy but didn't see much of the ball.

Marcus Edwards - N/A: Came on late and had little time to impress.

Oliver Sonne - N/A: Brought on to shore things up.

Mike Trésor - N/A: A late change with minimal impact.

Manager

S. Parker - 7.0: His team was outplayed for 90 minutes but he gets credit for the result. His substitutions, particularly bringing on Broja, made the difference. He set his team up to be resilient and they nicked a point. A masterclass in hanging on and taking your chance when it comes.

Sportsdunia's player of the match is Marcos Senesi