Bournemouth 2-0 Nottingham Forest Player Ratings: Tavernier Rated 8.5/10 as His Stunner Seals Dominant 2-0 Win

A ruthless first-half performance saw AFC Bournemouth cruise to a comfortable 2-0 victory over a struggling Nottingham Forest at the Vitality Stadium. The Cherries were simply a class apart. They controlled the tempo from the very first whistle. It felt like a goal was coming, and it arrived in spectacular fashion.

From our perspective, the game was won and lost in a blistering 15-minute spell. Marcus Tavernier broke the deadlock with an absolute thunderbolt from long range. A goal of the season contender, without a doubt. Before Forest could even regroup, Eli Kroupi doubled the lead with a cool finish on a swift counter-attack.

Forest looked shell-shocked. Their manager, S. Dyche, made a triple substitution at halftime, but it did little to change the narrative. While they showed a bit more fight in the second half, creating a few chances, Djordje Petrovic stood tall in the Bournemouth goal. This Premier League encounter was a masterclass in clinical finishing and game management from the home side. A deserved three points for AFC Bournemouth in this match.

Here are Bournemouth Vs Nottingham Forest Player Ratings

Bournemouth Player Ratings vs Nottingham Forest

Here are Bournemouth Player Ratings vs Nottingham Forest

Goalkeeper

Djordje Petrovic - 8.0: What a commanding performance from the keeper. He made four crucial saves to preserve his clean sheet. What stood out to us was his incredible stop to deny Gibbs-White's long-range effort. He was also sharp to deny Awoniyi twice in the second half. His distribution was solid, and he claimed high balls with confidence. A fantastic day at the office.

Defenders

Adrien Truffert - 7.5: A machine down the left flank. He was immense defensively, winning 100% of his tackles and making four key interceptions. We noticed he was always in the right place to snuff out danger. He even bombed forward and had a speculative shot fly over the bar. A very impressive and energetic display.

Marcos Senesi - 6.5: A bit of a mixed performance from Senesi. He picked up a yellow card for a clumsy challenge. He struggled a bit in the air, losing five of his eight aerial duels. However, he was composed on the ball and made a couple of important clearances. Did enough for the clean sheet, but looked a little vulnerable at times.

Veljko Milosavljevic - 6.5: Solid and unassuming at the back. His 90% pass accuracy shows how comfortable he was in possession. He won a decent number of his aerial battles and was generally well-positioned. He didn't do anything flashy, but he didn't have to. A reliable partner in central defense.

Álex Jiménez - 7.0: A really positive outing for the full-back. He provided a lovely assist for an early Tavernier chance and was always a willing outlet on the right. Defensively, he was sound, winning his duels and recovering the ball effectively. From our perspective, he balanced his defensive and attacking duties perfectly.

Midfielders

Tyler Adams - 7.0: The engine room of the team. He provided the crucial assist for the second goal with a quick pass on the counter. He worked tirelessly, breaking up play with three tackles. He did lose possession a few times, but his energy and decisive pass for the goal were vital to the team's success.

Alex Scott - 6.5: A tidy and controlled performance. He kept the ball moving well with his precise passing. He had a decent shot on target saved in the first half. While he wasn't the most influential player on the pitch, he performed his role effectively before being substituted. A solid, if unspectacular, day's work.

Marcus Tavernier - 8.5: The clear Man of the Match. His goal was simply breathtaking, a pure strike that left the keeper with no chance. Beyond that, he was the creative hub, creating three chances for his teammates. Every time he got the ball, you felt something was going to happen. An absolutely outstanding performance and our highest-rated player.

Forwards

J. Kluivert - 6.0: He was involved in some bright early moments but faded as the game went on. He had a shot blocked and looked lively but lacked the final product. We expected a bit more from him before he was subbed off in the second half. Not a bad performance, just not a decisive one.

Eli Kroupi - 7.5: The youngster showed his clinical edge. After missing a sitter in the first minute, he made amends with a superb finish from outside the box for the second goal. His intelligent movement created the opportunity, and he took it with composure. A goal changes everything, and he delivered.

Antoine Semenyo - 6.5: A classic Semenyo performance full of hard work and running. He battled for every ball and held it up well. He had a shot on target saved early on. However, he was a little wasteful in possession at times, which was frustrating to watch. His work rate is undeniable, though.

Substitutes

David Brooks - 5.5: Came on and got a yellow card almost immediately. Wasted a shooting opportunity.
Amine Adli - 5.0: Was caught offside twice in his short cameo.
Ryan Christie - N/A: Not enough time to make an impact.
Lewis Cook - N/A: Came on in stoppage time.
Enes Ünal - N/A: A late cameo.

Manager

A. Iraola - 8.0: His game plan was executed to perfection. The team started on the front foot, scored two clinical goals, and then managed the second half expertly. He identified Forest's weaknesses and exploited them ruthlessly on the counter. His players were well-drilled and deserved the comfortable win.

Nottingham Forest Player Ratings vs Bournemouth

Here are Nottingham Forest Player Ratings vs Bournemouth

Goalkeeper

Matz Sels - 4.5: A day to forget for the Forest keeper. While Tavernier's goal was a stunner, he seemed rooted to the spot. The stats show an error leading to a goal, and from our perspective, he should have done better on the second. He just looked shaky and unconvincing all afternoon. A poor performance.

Defenders

Neco Williams - 7.0: One of the few Forest players who can hold their head high. He was outstanding in his duels, winning eight of nine battles. He tried to get forward and even had a decent shot on target saved. He fought for the badge until the very end. A truly spirited performance in a losing cause.

Murillo - 6.0: The stats show a solid individual display, with three blocked shots and a 100% duel success rate. However, he was part of a backline that was cut open for the second goal. It's a strange one; he looked good on his own but the defense as a unit was poor. A decent rating for his personal efforts.

Nikola Milenković - 5.0: Looked off the pace and struggled to cope with Bournemouth's attack. He was part of a defensive unit that looked disjointed and panicked. He didn't command his area and was far too passive. A disappointing showing from the experienced defender.

Nicolò Savona - 5.5: Had a difficult afternoon against Bournemouth's dynamic attackers. He was dribbled past a couple of times and lost the ball far too often. He put in a shift but ultimately lacked the quality needed to contain the opposition. A tough day at the office for him.

Midfielders

Douglas Luiz - 6.0: It was a surprise to see him hooked at halftime. His stats were actually very good, with 96% pass accuracy and a 100% duel win rate. He picked up an early yellow, which might have been a factor. Based on his 45 minutes, he was one of Forest's better players.

Elliot Anderson - 6.5: He tried his best to make things happen. Anderson was one of the few who looked capable of unlocking the Bournemouth defense, creating a couple of chances. He was constantly on the ball, but his efforts were ultimately in vain. Lost possession a lot, but at least he was trying to be positive.

Morgan Gibbs-White - 5.5: A very quiet game for the captain. He had one brilliant shot that forced a world-class save, but that was his only real contribution. An error leading to a shot sums up his frustrating afternoon. We expected much more leadership and quality from him.

Callum Hudson-Odoi - 4.5: Completely anonymous. He only had 16 touches before being rightly substituted at halftime. He offered nothing going forward and was a passenger for the entire first half. A really poor and ineffective performance.

Dan Ndoye - 6.0: He worked hard and recovered the ball eight times, which was impressive. But his impact in the final third was minimal. He showed a lot of effort but very little end product. An industrious but ultimately frustrating performance.

Forwards

Igor Jesus - 4.5: Like Hudson-Odoi, he was invisible in the first half. Just 16 touches and no impact on the game whatsoever. The triple substitution at halftime was a clear indictment of his performance. He offered no threat and was easily managed by the Bournemouth defense.

Substitutes

Taiwo Awoniyi - 6.5: Made a difference when he came on, forcing two good saves from the keeper.
Ryan Yates - 6.0: Added some much-needed steel to the midfield.
Omari Hutchinson - 6.0: Looked lively and created a chance.
Nicolás Domínguez - 6.0: Came on and had a shot.
Arnaud Kalimuendo - N/A: Not enough time to make an impact.

Manager

S. Dyche - 4.0: His initial setup was completely wrong, and Bournemouth punished them for it. The triple substitution at halftime showed he knew he made a mistake, but the damage was already done. The team looked bereft of ideas and confidence. A very poor tactical display.

Sportsdunia's Player of the match is Tavernier