Chelsea vs Bournemouth Player Ratings as Cole Palmer Shines Again in Dramatic 2-2 Draw

The English Premier League match between Chelsea and AFC Bournemouth finished in a 2-2 draw. David Brooks stunned the home crowd with an early finish for Bournemouth, but Chelsea roared back in spectacular fashion. Estevao won a penalty with his trickery and Cole Palmer converted coolly, before Enzo Fernández, one of the best Chelsea players right now, fired the Blues ahead. Just when Chelsea looked in control, Justin Kluivert popped up with an equalizer, all before the 30-minute mark. It was relentless end-to-end chaos that had everyone fascinated.

The second half couldn't quite match that mad pace, but both sides kept pushing with chances at either end. Defensive weakness from both teams made for a spectacular night, though neither could find the decisive goal. And to be honest, a 2-2 draw felt fair. Might be frustrating for the fans, but pure entertainment for the football lovers watching one of the season's most memorable encounters. Here are Sportsdunia's Chelsea vs Bournemouth player ratings.

Cole Palmer Continues to Dominate in Chelsea Player Ratings

Check out the Chelsea player ratings for the Chelsea vs Bournemouth fixture.

Goalkeeper

Robert Sánchez - 6.5: A very busy day for the Chelsea keeper. He made four saves, some of them crucial to keep his team in the game. However, we felt he could have been more commanding on the second goal conceded. His distribution was also a bit erratic, losing possession 16 times. It was a mixed performance; he made some good stops but looked shaky at other moments.

Defenders

Trevoh Chalobah - 6.0: Part of a defence that looked vulnerable all afternoon. While he was tidy on the ball with 93% pass accuracy, he struggled in the air, winning only 3 of his 7 aerial duels.

Malo Gusto - 6.0: An average performance from the right-back. He got forward well enough but often lacked the final product. Defensively, he was okay, but he was dribbled past and didn't impose himself on the game.

Wesley Fofana - 7.5: Despite the two goals conceded, Fofana was an absolute giant at the back for Chelsea. We noticed his incredible stats: 11 clearances, 11 duels won, and 3 blocked shots. He was everywhere, making crucial interventions time and again.

Josh Acheampong - 5.5: Came on for the second half and had a difficult time. He was dribbled past on a couple of occasions and seemed to struggle with the pace of the game. It was a learning experience for the young defender, who looked a little overwhelmed at times.

Midfielders

Enzo Fernández - 8.0: Our man of the match. He wore the captain's armband and played like it, scoring a fantastic goal to put his team ahead. He was the engine in midfield, winning 8 of his 12 duels and even hitting the woodwork. He dictated the tempo for Chelsea and was a class act throughout the entire match.

Cole Palmer - 7.5: Looked incredibly sharp during his 63 minutes on the pitch. He showed immense composure to slot home his penalty and was a creative force, making two key passes. His substitution felt premature as he was one of Chelsea's most dangerous players. A very effective and impactful performance.

Moisés Caicedo - 7.0: A really solid display in the middle of the park. His pass accuracy was a stellar 92%, and he was a beast in the tackle, winning 7 out of 10 duels. That early yellow card seemed to hold him back a little, but he still put in a strong, disciplined shift screening the defence.

Estêvão - 7.5: What a livewire this kid is. He was a constant thorn in Bournemouth's side, completing four dribbles and winning the crucial penalty in the first half. He was fearless and direct every time he got the ball. His decision-making needs a little polish, but his raw talent was exciting to watch.

Alejandro Garnacho - 6.5: Only played the first half but made a decisive contribution with the assist for Enzo's goal. He created three chances in just 45 minutes, showing his creative ability. He did lose the ball a few times, but his attacking intent was a big positive for Chelsea early on.

Forwards

Liam Delap - 6.0: A frustrating afternoon for the striker. He worked hard and won his fair share of physical battles, but the ball just wouldn't fall for him. He missed a big chance and had a few shots blocked. You can't fault his effort, but he lacked that clinical edge in front of goal.

Substitutes

João Pedro - 6.0: Came on for Palmer but couldn't replicate his impact. Had a couple of efforts on goal but didn't truly test the keeper.

Pedro Neto - 6.5: Looked lively after coming on at half-time and provided a good cross for a Delap chance.

Andrey Santos - N/A: Came on too late to make a significant impact.

Jamie Gittens - N/A: A very late substitution with little time to influence the match.

Manager

E. Maresca - 6.5: His team showed great attacking flair, especially in the first half, scoring two quick goals. However, the defensive setup looked chaotic and vulnerable throughout. The decision to take off Palmer was also questionable. A mixed bag from the gaffer.

AFC Bournemouth Player Ratings vs Chelsea

Check out the AFC Bournemouth player ratings for the Chelsea vs Bournemouth fixture.

Goalkeeper

Djordje Petrovic - 6.5: He couldn't do much about either of the goals he conceded, with one being a penalty. He made a couple of important saves to keep his team level, especially one from an Estêvão shot in the second half. His distribution was poor though, completing only half his passes.

Defenders

Adrien Truffert - 7.0: We were really impressed with Truffert. He was a rock on the left side of the defence, winning an incredible 10 duels and making three successful tackles. He kept Chelsea's wingers quiet for large parts of the game and was a key reason Bournemouth came away with a point.

Marcos Senesi - 6.5: A busy, battling performance from the centre-back. He made four interceptions and three clearances, throwing himself in front of everything. He did commit a couple of fouls and looked stretched at times, but he fought hard for the badge and made some important blocks.

Álex Jiménez - 7.0: A fantastic performance from the full-back. Defensively, he was superb, winning 8 duels and making 5 tackles. What stood out to us was his audacious long-range strike in the second half that forced a great save.

James Hill - 6.5: It was a real battle for Hill, especially in the air, where he had a tough time. But he never gave up and made a massive 8 clearances. He was a warrior at the back, putting his body on the line.

Midfielders

David Brooks - 8.0: Simply outstanding. Until his injury, he was the best player on the pitch for Bournemouth. He scored the opening goal with a smart finish and was the creative hub, creating a whopping five chances for his teammates. Bournemouth's attack looked less potent after he went off.

Alex Scott - 6.0: A tireless worker in the midfield, but he struggled to get a foothold in the game. He made a high number of clearances for a midfielder (7), which shows how much pressure Bournemouth was under. He committed a few too many fouls but his work rate was undeniable.

Marcus Tavernier - 5.5: A really quiet and ineffective game from Tavernier. From our perspective, he was a passenger for long spells. He lost possession nine times, and his only notable contribution was picking up a yellow card.

Justin Kluivert - 7.5: He was a constant problem for the Chelsea defence. He took his goal well, showing great composure to level the scores. Beyond the goal, he was excellent, creating chances and working incredibly hard off the ball, recovering possession 8 times.

Antoine Semenyo - 4.5: A day to forget for Semenyo. He gave away a penalty with a clumsy challenge, which completely changed the momentum of the game. He also lost possession a staggering 22 times and missed a big chance.

Forwards

Evanilson - 6.0: It was a tough slog for the lone striker. He was physically dominated for much of the game, winning only 3 of his 10 duels. He worked hard to hold up the ball but received very little service and couldn't make a real impact before being substituted.

Substitutes

Enes Ünal - 6.0: Came on for the final minutes and had one missed opportunity. Didn't have enough time to change the game.

Manager

A. Iraola - 6.5: His side came to play and their high-energy attacking in the first half was brilliant to watch, earning them two goals. Defensively, however, they looked just as shaky as their opponents. He'll be happy with a point at Stamford Bridge but will know his team could have been more solid at the back.

Sportsdunia's Player of the Match Goes to Enzo Fernández