AFC Bournemouth claimed their first win of the Premier League season with a narrow 1-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Vitality Stadium. Marcus Tavernier’s early goal and a resilient defensive effort against 10-man Wolves were enough to deliver all three points.
Key Moments
- 4’ — Marcus Tavernier breaks through: Bournemouth started quickly, with Tavernier slotting home in the 4th minute after a crisp passing move, putting the hosts in front and giving them confidence from the outset.
- Second-half setback for Wolves: Wolves’ hopes faded further when defender Toti Gomes was shown a straight red card in the 49th minute for a last-man foul, reducing the visitors to ten men and making their task even harder.
- Bournemouth’s defense holds the line: Despite having nearly 60% possession and several dangerous Wolves attacks—especially from Hwang Hee-Chan—Bournemouth stayed compact. Keeper Petrovic made crucial saves to preserve the slender lead.
- Late pressure: Even down to 10 men, Wolves threatened late but couldn’t break through Bournemouth’s organized back line, as substitute James Hill helped see out the match.
Quick Stats
| Bournemouth | Wolves | |
|---|---|---|
| Shots on Goal | 4 | 3 |
| Possession | 59.7% | 40.3% |
| Red Cards | 0 | 1 |
Summary
Marcus Tavernier’s early strike and a disciplined defensive showing, especially after Wolves went down a man, ensured three hard-earned points for Bournemouth. For Wolves, frustration mounted as they failed to convert their chances or capitalize on their promising first-half moments.