Bournemouth 3-2 Liverpool Player Ratings: Amine Adli Breaks Arne Slot’s Heart With Last-Minute Strike

The Vitality Stadium witnessed an action-packed Premier League night as AFC Bournemouth pulled off a last-gasp victory over Liverpool. In this article, we'll discuss AFC Bournemouth vs Liverpool player ratings from the EPL fixture.

Bournemouth made a dream start and shocked the visitors by scoring twice in the first half. Evanilson opened the scoring before Álex Jiménez added a second, leaving Liverpool struggling to find their rhythm. The home fans could hardly believe what they were seeing as Bournemouth raced into a commanding lead.

Liverpool slowly grew into the game and were given hope just before half-time. Captain Virgil van Dijk rose to score, cutting the deficit and changing the mood as the teams went into the break.

After half-time, Liverpool took control and started pushing Bournemouth deeper to create chance after chance. Their pressure finally paid off when Dominik Szoboszlai curled a brilliant free-kick into the net to make it 2-2. At that point, it looked like Liverpool might go on and complete the comeback.

But Bournemouth refused to give in. They defended bravely and stayed organised under heavy pressure. Late in the match, and against the run of play, Amine Adli struck a dramatic winner, sending the Vitality Stadium into a frenzy. It was a famous win for Bournemouth and a night to remember for the home fans.

Key Takeaways

1. Evanilson and Álex Jiménez scored early to give Bournemouth a two-goal lead.
2. Dominik Szoboszlai equalised with a brilliant free-kick in the second half.
3. Amine Adli scored a late winner to seal a dramatic Bournemouth victory.

Liverpool Player Ratings vs AFC Bournemouth

Here are Liverpool player ratings from the Premier League game:

Goalkeeper

Alisson - 5.0: A tough afternoon for the Brazilian. He conceded three goals and only made two saves, one of which was a top-drawer stop. From our perspective, he wasn't directly at fault for the goals, but he looked less commanding than usual. He couldn't be the hero his team needed today.

Defenders

Joe Gomez - 5.5: His evening was cut short by an unfortunate injury after just 35 minutes. Before that, he was reasonably solid, but he was on the pitch as his side conceded twice. It's hard to give a full rating given the circumstances. We hope the injury isn't too serious.

Virgil van Dijk - 5.0: A truly bizarre performance from the captain. He scored a crucial goal to get his team back in the game, showing his aerial threat. However, his defensive performance was marred by a critical error leading to a goal. For a player of his calibre, that's simply not good enough. It was a moment that really cost his team.

Milos Kerkez - 5.5: Hooked at halftime after a difficult first 45 minutes. He offered an outlet on the left but struggled to contain Bournemouth's attacks down his flank. He lost possession a few times and just didn't look comfortable. The substitution felt justified.

Jeremie Frimpong - 6.0: A very energetic display, but lacking in final product. He was constantly looking to get forward and won a decent number of his duels. However, he lost the ball 12 times and his attacking contributions didn't lead to much. A busy but ultimately inefficient performance before being subbed.

Midfielders

Florian Wirtz - 6.5: He was involved in a lot of Liverpool's creative play, creating two chances. But what stood out to us was his wastefulness. He lost possession an astonishing 20 times and missed the target with both his shots. He tried to make things happen, but his execution was off.

Dominik Szoboszlai - 8.5: The standout performer for Liverpool by a country mile. He was the heart of the comeback, providing a pinpoint assist for van Dijk's goal. Then he scored a sensational free-kick to level the game. He was the one player who consistently showed elite quality. A brilliant individual display in a losing effort.

Alexis Mac Allister - 6.0: A steady, if unspectacular, performance before being substituted around the hour mark. He kept the ball moving with 89% pass accuracy. However, he didn't impose himself on the game in a meaningful way. He was just... there.

Ryan Gravenberch - 5.5: Played the full 90 minutes but was largely anonymous. He had a lot of touches and his passing was tidy, but it was all too safe. We noticed he offered very little going forward and picked up a needless yellow card late on. A disappointing outing where he failed to grab the game by the scruff of the neck.

Forwards

Mohamed Salah - 6.0: A frustrating day for the Egyptian king. He grabbed an assist, but his overall game was poor. He lost the ball 21 times and missed a big chance that you'd expect him to bury. His decision-making in the final third was questionable throughout. Not his best day at the office.

Cody Gakpo - 6.0: He had a very high pass completion rate but was not involved nearly enough. With only 34 touches in 74 minutes, he struggled to make an impact. He created one big chance but was otherwise a passenger. He needed to be more assertive.

Substitutes

Wataru Endo - 6.5: Came on for the injured Gomez and added a bit more stability to the midfield. He kept things simple and did his job without any fuss.

Andy Robertson - 6.5: An improvement on Kerkez, offering more defensive solidity and experience in the second half. Got forward to support the attack.

Hugo Ekitiké - 6.0: Brought on to find a goal but had little impact. Committed a couple of fouls.

Curtis Jones - 6.0: Added some energy but couldn't change the game's final outcome.

Rio Ngumoha - N/A: Came on late and didn't have enough time to influence the proceedings.

Manager

A. Slot - 5.5: His team showed great character to fight back from 2-0 down. However, the defensive setup was all wrong from the start. They looked vulnerable throughout, and conceding a late winner after fighting so hard will be a bitter pill to swallow. He couldn't solve the defensive frailties.

AFC Bournemouth Player Ratings vs Liverpool

Check out Bournemouth player ratings from the EPL game:

Goalkeeper

Djordje Petrovic - 6.5: He only had one official save to make, which speaks volumes about Liverpool's finishing. He was commanding with his claims and punches, which helped relieve pressure. Conceded two goals, but one was a header from a corner and the other a world-class free-kick. A solid enough day.

Defenders

Adrien Truffert - 7.0: A very solid defensive performance. He made six clearances and won most of his duels. He kept his side of the pitch locked down effectively. He didn't offer much going forward but he didn't need to. His job was to defend, and he did it well.

Marcos Senesi - 7.0: A rock at the back for the Cherries. He made a massive seven clearances and won 5 of his 7 duels. He was a commanding presence that Liverpool's forwards struggled to get past. He will be disappointed to have missed a big chance himself, but his defensive work was crucial.

Adam Smith - 6.5: The captain led by example with a no-nonsense defensive display. He made a couple of key interceptions and three clearances. He wasn't flashy, but he was effective in organizing the backline. A true captain's performance.

James Hill - 8.0: An excellent all-round performance. Defensively, he was superb with seven clearances and an interception. Going forward, he popped up with a brilliant assist for the winning goal. What a contribution. He was a constant threat from the back.

Midfielders

Lewis Cook - 8.0: What an engine in the midfield. From our perspective, he was the unsung hero. He completed 96% of his passes, won 6 tackles, and made 3 interceptions. He was everywhere, breaking up Liverpool's play and protecting his defence superbly. A fantastic performance.

Alex Scott - 7.5: Provided the crucial assist for the opening goal and created a big chance. He was a creative spark for his team and worked tirelessly off the ball. He lost possession a few times, but his positive play far outweighed the negatives. A very promising display.

Eli Kroupi - 6.0: Worked hard but was the least effective of Bournemouth's midfielders. He picked up a yellow card and was a bit loose in possession before being subbed off. A decent shift but others shone brighter.

Forwards

Evanilson - 8.0: Got the party started with a clinical finish for the opening goal. He was a constant nuisance for the Liverpool defence with his movement and physicality. He missed a big chance later on but his goal set the tone for a famous victory. He was a real handful.

Álex Jiménez - 9.0: Our man of the match. What a game from the midfielder. He scored a fantastic goal to make it 2-0. His work rate was immense, making four interceptions and constantly harrying Liverpool's players. He was the complete package today, contributing at both ends of the pitch. An outstanding performance.

Amine Adli - 8.5: The hero of the day. He scored the dramatic late winner to seal all three points. Beyond the goal, he put in a massive defensive shift, winning six duels and making three tackles. To have that energy to score so late after working so hard is incredible. A clutch player.

Substitutes

Ryan Christie - 7.0: Came on and provided fresh legs and quality. He was involved in a couple of late chances and helped see out the win.

Alex Tóth - N/A: On late to shore things up.

Enes Ünal - N/A: A very late sub to waste time.

Manager

A. Iraola - 9.0: A tactical masterclass. He set his team up perfectly to exploit Liverpool's high line and defensive weaknesses. When Liverpool fought back, his team didn't crumble. They showed heart and belief, and his substitutions were smart. He is the architect of this magnificent victory.

Man of the Match

Sportsdunia's player of the match was Alex Jimenez with 9/10 ratings.

Worst Performer

Virgil van Dijk was unable to protect the Liverpool defence to his full potential.