Premier League GW15 - Crystal Palace vs Bournemouth

Crystal Palace vs Bournemouth | Picture Credits: Bournemouth Website

Bournemouth defeated Crystal Palace 2-0 at Selhurst Park thanks to a magnificent performance. With goals from Marcos Senesi and Kieffer Moore, Bournemouth's remarkable Premier League unbeaten streak now stands at four games.

Crystal Palace:

Following a strong start to the campaign, Crystal Palace has lost their last seven games and dropped to 13th place in the league. After luckily emerging from the London Stadium against West Ham with a point last weekend, Roy Hodgson's team will be looking to secure a much-needed victory in front of their home supporters tonight.

Bournemouth:

Conversely, Bournemouth has recently experienced the opposite luck, with Andoni Iraola finally reaping the rewards of his labor after taking over as manager during the off-season. The Cherries would tie Palace on points if they won this away. They have won their previous three games, including a thrilling victory over Newcastle United and a draw at home against Aston Villa.

Starting XI:

CRYSTAL PALACE (4-3-3):

Sam Johnstone; Joel Ward, Joachim Andersen, Marc Guehi, Tyrick Mitchell; Jefferson Lerma, Chris Richards, Jeffrey Schlupp; Michael Olise, Odsonne Edouard, Jordan Ayew.

CRYSTAL PALACE SUBS: Jean-Philippe Mateta, Jairo Riedewald, James Tomkins, Naouirou Ahamada, Malcolm Ebiowei, Nathaniel Clyne, Matheus Franca, Will Hughes, Remi Matthews.

BOURNEMOUTH (4-2-3-1):

Neto; Adam Smith, Illia Zabarnyi, Marcos Senesi, Milos Kerkez; Ryan Christie, Lewis Cook; Luis Sinisterra, Justin Kluivert, Antoine Semenyo; Dominic Solanke.

BOURNEMOUTH SUBS: Marcus Tavernier, Philip Billing, David Brooks, Gavin Kilkenny, Kieffer Moore, Mark Travers, Chris Mepham, Dango Ouattara, Joe Rothwell.

Selhurst Park Stadium | Picture Credits: Getty Images

Semenyo's goal gave Bournemouth 1-0 lead | Picture Credits: Bournemouth Website

First Half: Senesi's Header Sets the Tone

Palace had a strong start to the match as Jordan Ayew put Bournemouth's goalkeeper, Neto, to the test early on. But Bournemouth swiftly reversed the tide when Sam Johnstone made an incredible stop to keep Antoine Semenyo out of the game. The crucial moment came in the 25th minute when Bournemouth earned a 1-0 lead thanks to a magnificent header from Marcos Senesi from Ryan Christie's corner. Senesi's clinical finish at the back post was made possible by Luis Sinisterra's flick-on at the near post.

Justin Kluivert of Bournemouth almost extended the lead as the half was coming to an end with a brilliant dribble into the penalty area, but his shot just missed the mark.

Crystal Palace was behind 1-0 at the break, and the booing reverberated throughout Selhurst Park as the whistle was blown. Senesi's goal and Bournemouth's tenacious defense forced the hosts to chase the game. The mood suggested Palace was struggling for confidence, which was made worse by Tyrick Mitchell's injury-related exit as left back.

Second Half: Lerma's Thunderbolt and Moore's Clincher

Palace rallied in the second half, and in the 49th minute, Jefferson Lerma came agonizingly close to equalizing by smashing the post with a fierce effort. In the ninetieth minute, Bournemouth completed the victory, despite Palace's comeback. Marcus Tavernier, the substitute, started the move and put Philip Billing up for an accurate cross to the back post. Just off the bench, Kieffer Moore showed incredible poise as he headed home, giving Bournemouth the victory 2-0.

Lerma was close to score but couldn't covert it into a goal | Picture Credits: Bournemouth Website

Bournemouth Soar, Palace Struggle

Bournemouth's dominance was confirmed by the final whistle, extending their league unbeaten streak to four games. A well-earned three points were secured by Kieffer Moore's brilliant finish and Marcos Senesi's outstanding defense. Crystal Palace, under Roy Hodgson, had only managed one victory in their previous eight league games.

At Selhurst Park, the last chapter was written as Bournemouth celebrated a victory that leveled the score with Palace. At Selhurst Park, Crystal Palace will host Liverpool, while the Cherries will get ready for a difficult journey to Old Trafford to play Manchester United. Fans are anxiously awaiting the next exciting match as the Premier League drama continues. From Selhurst Park, good bye till later.