Bournemouth vs Chelsea Player Ratings: Robert Sanchez 8.5/10 Rated as Yet Another Frustrating Draw for the Blues

Chelsea's dominance with over 60% possession proved fruitless as Bournemouth held firm at the Vitality Stadium. The hosts created the better chances throughout, with an xG of 1.37 compared to Chelsea's 0.80, yet both sides couldn't find the back of the net in a frustrating goalless draw. The Blues' inability to convert their defensive advantage, despite Robert Sanchez making five crucial saves, highlighted their creative shortcomings against a resolute Bournemouth backline.

At Vitality Stadium, both sides had their moments, but neither could break the deadlock. Bournemouth started brightly with Semenyo's goal disallowed for offside in the fifth minute, while Evanilson missed a sitter at the back post in the 36th minute. Chelsea improved after the break with substitutions, but Garnacho hit the post, and Guiu snatched at close-range chances. As the title race tightens, this point feels earned for Bournemouth's defensive work and costly for Chelsea's lack of cutting edge. How costly will this draw turn out for them as they sit in 4th place with 25 points behind Arsenal, Man City, and Aston Villa in the Premier League table? Here are the Sportsdunia's Bournemouth vs Chelsea player ratings:

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