Season 2026-27

Arsenal vs Bournemouth

Premier League · Round 32 · Sat 11 Apr 2026, 12:30

Arsenal
12 Full time
Bournemouth

Bournemouth won 2–1 away at Arsenal on 11 April 2026 (Premier League 2025-2026, Round 32). Goals – Arsenal: Viktor Gyokeres 35' (pen); Bournemouth: Eli Junior Kroupi 17', Alex Scott 74'. Highest-rated player: James Hill (7.4). In 18 Premier League meetings since 2000-01, Arsenal have won 12, Bournemouth 4 and 2 matches have been drawn.

Summary

Key events

  1. 17' Eli Junior Kroupi Bournemouth 0–1
  2. 35' Viktor Gyokeres Arsenal · Penalty 1–1
  3. Half time · 1–1
  4. 74' Alex Scott Bournemouth · assist Evanilson 1–2
  5. Full time · 1–2

Match report

Arsenal vs Bournemouth Match Overview: 1-2 Premier League

In a night that felt like it belonged to Arsenal for long spells, Bournemouth walked out with the points. The Arsenal vs Bournemouth Score finished 1-2, a gut-punch at the Emirates after Viktor Gyökeres hauled Mikel Arteta’s side level from the spot, only for Alex Scott to steal it late. This Arsenal vs Bournemouth Match Report tells a story of dominance without the killer blow, and of Bournemouth’s calm, ruthless timing when the game tightened. The Arsenal vs Bournemouth Result will sting for the home crowd, because the chances were there, the pressure was real, and the ending was unforgiving.

First Half

Arsenal started with that familiar sense of control, moving Bournemouth back with early territory and a steady stream of set-pieces. Declan Rice’s deliveries immediately looked like a route to goal, and when Kai Havertz rose to meet one corner, the Emirates held its breath—only for the header to drift agonisingly over from close range.

Bournemouth didn’t panic. They waited, they pressed in pockets, and when the moment arrived they punished Arsenal. A sharp break and a scramble in the box left David Raya stranded, and Eli Junior Kroupi had the simplest finish into an empty net to put the visitors ahead. It was a reminder that control doesn’t always equal safety.

Arsenal responded with urgency rather than anxiety. They boxed Bournemouth in, forced blocks, and kept winning corners. The equaliser came via a turning point: Ryan Christie’s handball in the area handed Arsenal a penalty, and Gyökeres buried it with conviction to make it 1-1. From there, the half settled into a tense rhythm—Arsenal probing, Bournemouth absorbing, both sensing there was another swing to come.

Key Moments

  • Bournemouth struck first as Eli Junior Kroupi finished into an empty net after a rebound left Arsenal exposed.
  • Kai Havertz missed a huge chance, heading just over from close range following a Rice corner.
  • Arsenal were handed a lifeline when a handball in the box led to a penalty.
  • Viktor Gyökeres converted the spot-kick to level the Arsenal vs Bournemouth Score at 1-1.

Second Half

The second period opened with Arsenal trying to turn pressure into a decisive lead. Arteta rolled the dice early, introducing Eberechi Eze, Leandro Trossard and Max Dowman to sharpen the attack and keep Bournemouth running. The pattern was clear: Arsenal circling, Bournemouth compact, and Petrovic ready to claim anything that landed too close.

There was a flashpoint when Gyökeres thought he’d completed the turnaround, only for the flag to cut the celebration short. That disallowed goal seemed to tighten the game rather than loosen it; Arsenal kept coming, but Bournemouth began to find little escape routes through Tavernier and Evanilson.

Then came the moment that decided the Arsenal vs Bournemouth Result. Evanilson did the hard work in the build-up, driving the move forward and squaring perfectly for Alex Scott, who guided a brilliant finish beyond Raya into the left side of the net. Suddenly it was 1-2, and the stadium noise turned from confidence to disbelief.

Arsenal threw everything at the final minutes. Dowman’s energy forced Bournemouth deeper, Rice kept whipping in deliveries, and Gabriel Jesus came within a header that demanded a standout save from Petrovic. In added time, Gyökeres twice went close—one header drifting wide, another effort shaving past the post—yet the equaliser never arrived. Bournemouth managed the closing seconds with streetwise calm, and when the whistle went it confirmed a dramatic Arsenal vs Bournemouth Scoreline that didn’t match the flow, but did match the finish.

Key Moments

  • Viktor Gyökeres had a second-half goal ruled out for offside, halting Arsenal’s momentum.
  • Alex Scott scored the winner after a decisive square ball from Evanilson to make it 1-2.
  • Djordje Petrovic produced a vital late save from Gabriel Jesus’ header under heavy pressure.
  • Gyökeres went close twice in stoppage time as Arsenal chased a last-gasp equaliser.

Arsenal vs Bournemouth Stats Breakdown

The Arsenal vs Bournemouth Stats underline why this felt so cruel for the home side. Arsenal edged possession (52% to 48%), dominated territory, and generated the better chances, posting 2.32 xG to Bournemouth’s 1.19 in an xG analysis that points to a match Arsenal usually win. Arsenal also racked up 10 corners to Bournemouth’s 1, and finished with 15 total shots to 8.

But Bournemouth’s efficiency told the story: both sides landed 3 shots on target, and Bournemouth’s finishing in key moments tilted the Arsenal vs Bournemouth Result. Arsenal had five big chances to Bournemouth’s two, yet the visitors found a way to make their best moments count. In full-time analysis, it was a game where Arsenal’s pressure was constant, but Bournemouth’s timing was perfect.

For Arsenal vs Bournemouth Highlights, the headline actions were Kroupi’s opener, Gyökeres’ penalty, and Scott’s late winner—three moments that decided everything in a contest where Arsenal’s control didn’t translate into comfort.

Player of the Match

Alex Scott (Bournemouth). Composed throughout and decisive when it mattered most, Scott didn’t just score the winner—he embodied Bournemouth’s belief. In a match where Arsenal had the ball, the corners and the chances, Scott had the defining touch and the calm finish that will live longest in the Arsenal vs Bournemouth Match Overview.

What the Result Means

For Arsenal, this Arsenal match today will feel like a missed opportunity: the numbers suggest control, the chances suggest a win, but the table only recognises the score. Arteta will take encouragement from the volume of pressure and the quality of opportunities created, yet the lack of a second goal proved costly.

For Bournemouth, this Bournemouth match today becomes a statement. Iraola’s side showed resilience under sustained stress and delivered a clinical late punch, turning a difficult away day into three precious points. The post-match reaction will focus on their mentality—absorbing pressure, staying in the contest, and striking when Arsenal’s guard dropped.

Report written automatically from the match data and commentary. xG figures are the data provider's.

Match statistics

ArsenalBournemouth

Top stats

52%Ball possession48%
2.32Expected goals (xG)1.19
15Total shots8
3Shots on target3
5Big chances2
10Corner kicks1

Shooting

1.08xG on target (xGOT)1.41
10Shots inside the box5
5Shots outside the box3
4Shots off target3
8Blocked shots2
0Hit the woodwork0

Passing

0.72Expected assists (xA)0.29
33Touches in opposition box18

Defending

7Interceptions9
23Clearances28
56Duels won58
1Goalkeeper saves2
1.41xGOT faced1.08
0Errors leading to shot0
0Errors leading to goal0

Discipline

12Fouls18
1Yellow cards3
2Offsides0
18Free kicks12

Other

0Accurate through passes0
30Throw ins20

xG and xGOT are the data provider's figures.

Lineups

Arsenal

Substitutes used

Unused

Kepa Arrizabalaga, Piero Hincapie, Christian Norgaard, Marli Salmon

Bournemouth

  1. 1 Djordje Petrovic 6.8
  2. 20 Alejandro Jimenez 6.7
  3. 23 James Hill 7.4
  4. 5 Marcos Senesi 6.7
  5. 3 Adrien Truffert 6.7
  6. 8 Alex Scott 7.3
  7. 10 Ryan Christie (c) 6.2
  8. 37 Rayan 6.5
  9. 22 Eli Junior Kroupi 7.3
  10. 16 Marcus Tavernier 6.5
  11. 9 Evanilson 6.8

Substitutes used

Unused

Amine Adli, Bafode Diakite, Ben Gannon-Doak, Mandas C.

Arsenal vs Bournemouth Match Commentary

  1. 90+6' Full time That's all for today as the game is over.
  2. 90+6' Yellow card James Hill (Bournemouth) attempts to delay the restart of play. The referee doesn't like it. James Hill (Bournemouth) is rightly booked by the referee because it could not have been anything other than a yellow card.
  3. 90+5' Myles Lewis-Skelly (Arsenal) is in a clear offside position and the linesman raises his flag.
  4. 90+5' Declan Rice (Arsenal) whips in the corner, but one of the defending players gets a head on it and intercepts.
  5. 90+4' The ball is cleared after Gabriel Jesus (Arsenal) attempted to dribble past an opposing player. The linesman points to the corner flag, Arsenal are going to take it.
  6. 90+3' Viktor Gyökeres (Arsenal) gets a nice pass from Gabriel Jesus on the edge of the box, he looks up and tries to beat the keeper in the corner but it goes just wide of the right post.
  7. 90+3' It wasn't the best example of how to strike the ball. Marcus Tavernier (Bournemouth) unleashed a first-time shot from the edge of the box that went high over the crossbar.
  8. 90+2' Viktor Gyökeres (Arsenal) challenges for the lofted pass into the centre of the box, but has to stretch too much and sends his header narrowly wide of the left post.
  9. 90' There will be a minimum of 5 min. of added time.
  10. 90' Andoni Iraola decides to make a substitution. Alejandro Jimenez will be replaced by Adam Smith (Bournemouth).
  11. 90' The manager makes a subsitution with Enes Unal (Bournemouth) coming on for Evanilson.
  12. 89' Gabriel Jesus (Arsenal) attempts to release Gabriel with a through ball, but his effort is thwarted by one of the defending players.
  13. 88' The statistic for corner kicks – 9:1. The current number of fouls conceded by both teams is 11:18.
  14. 87' Declan Rice (Arsenal) has an effort from distance but it's blocked.
  15. 87' Max Dowman (Arsenal) decides to take a short corner instead of crossing into the box.
  16. 86' Djordje Petrovic pulls off a fantastic save! Gabriel Jesus (Arsenal) attempts to head home after a precise cross into the box. He aims his header towards the top of the net, but the effort is kept out. The ball is out of play and the linesman points at the corner flag. Corner to Arsenal.
  17. 86' A clumsy foul by Evanilson (Bournemouth) and Michael Oliver blows his whistle. A free kick has been awarded to Arsenal.
  18. 85' Substitution. Alex Toth (Bournemouth) in, Eli Junior Kroupi out.
  19. 85' Max Dowman (Arsenal) races towards goal but the defender gets back well to make a challenge.
  20. 84' Declan Rice (Arsenal) takes the corner, but the goalkeeper jumps and gathers the ball.
  21. 84' The corner from Declan Rice (Arsenal) is intercepted by Djordje Petrovic. Arsenal have been awarded a corner kick.
  22. 83' Viktor Gyökeres (Arsenal) sends a pass into the box, but his attempt is thwarted and cleared. Arsenal win a corner.
  23. 80' Yellow card Viktor Gyökeres (Arsenal) violates the laws of the game and is shown a deserved yellow card by the referee.
  24. 80' Max Dowman (Arsenal) lifts the ball into the box from the corner, but one of the defending players gets there first to head it clear.
  25. 79' Max Dowman (Arsenal) serves up a nice cross, but Djordje Petrovic punches the ball away. Viktor Gyökeres (Arsenal) gets to the rebound and shoots, but the effort is blocked. Arsenal will have a chance to score from a corner kick.
  26. 79' Yellow card Eli Junior Kroupi (Bournemouth) receives a yellow card from the referee as expected.
  27. 78' Leandro Trossard (Arsenal) skips past his man but can't keep the ball in play. The ball is off of the pitch and it's a goal kick for Bournemouth.
  28. 77' Yellow card This yellow card was deserved. The tackle by Adrien Truffert (Bournemouth) was quite harsh and Michael Oliver didn't hesitate to show him a yellow card.
  29. 76' Max Dowman (Arsenal) slaloms his way past challenges, but an opposing player does well to get the ball away.
  30. 76' Here is a change. Martin Zubimendi is going off and Mikel Arteta gives the last tactical orders to Gabriel Jesus (Arsenal).
  31. 76' We are about to witness a substitution. Cristhian Mosquera (Arsenal) is replacing Ben White.
  32. 75' The attendance is 60210.
  33. 74' Goal · 1–2 GOAL! Superb work from Evanilson, who plays a vital role in the build-up. He squares it to Alex Scott (Bournemouth), who beats David Raya with a brilliant shot into the left side of the net. 1:2.
  34. 72' Tyler Adams (Bournemouth) reacts well to get to the rebound and takes a shot from the edge of the box, but he fails to get the ball through the players standing between him and the goal. Alex Scott (Bournemouth) latches onto a rebound and hits a long-range effort that flies well over the bar.
  35. 71' Max Dowman (Arsenal) attempted to create a dangerous situation in front of goal by sending a cross into the box, but the defence easily dealt with the threat. The ball goes out of play and Bournemouth will have a goal kick.
  36. 70' Ben White (Arsenal) fires a powerful shot which is blocked.
  37. 70' Andoni Iraola has decided to make a change. David Brooks (Bournemouth) replaces Rayan.
  38. 70' Substitution. Tyler Adams (Bournemouth) on for Ryan Christie.
  39. 69' Myles Lewis-Skelly (Arsenal) reacts well to latch onto a rebound inside the box, but his shot is well blocked.
  40. 69' Declan Rice (Arsenal) swings in the corner, but it's comfortably cleared away.
  41. 69' Declan Rice (Arsenal) controls a neat pass and has options, but decides to shoot from distance. The ball flies towards the top of the net, but Djordje Petrovic is well positioned to make a comfortable save. Now Arsenal have a corner.
  42. 68' 6:4 – the total goal attempt statistics. 1:2 – this is the current number of shots on target.
  43. 68' Alex Scott (Bournemouth) works the corner short instead of sending the ball into the penalty area.
  44. 67' Marcus Tavernier (Bournemouth) goes on a solo run, but he fails to create a chance as an opposition player blocks him. The referee blows his whistle, Bournemouth are awarded a corner kick.
  45. 66' Ryan Christie (Bournemouth) has a crack at goal from the edge of the box, but it drifts high over the bar to safety.
  46. 65' A goal, which was scored by Viktor Gyökeres (Arsenal), was disallowed due to offside.
  47. 64' Rayan (Bournemouth) launches into a thunderous tackle on his opponent and the referee blows his whistle for a foul.
  48. 62' An attempted cross from Leandro Trossard (Arsenal) is cleared.
  49. 61' Alejandro Jimenez (Bournemouth) races towards goal but the defender gets back well to make a challenge.
  50. 59' A cross is clipped into the penalty area by Adrien Truffert (Bournemouth) but poses no threat.
  51. 57' Martin Zubimendi (Arsenal) sends a long cross over to Leandro Trossard, but Djordje Petrovic comes forward to gather the ball.
  52. 55' Evanilson (Bournemouth) shows too much aggression during an attacking move and ends up fouling his opponent.
  53. 54' A substitution has been made. Gabriel Martinelli goes off and Leandro Trossard (Arsenal) comes on.
  54. 54' Mikel Arteta has decided to introduce fresh legs, with Max Dowman (Arsenal) replacing Noni Madueke.
  55. 54' The referee stops play so that a substitution can be made and Kai Havertz departs the field of play to be replaced by Eberechi Eze (Arsenal).
  56. 53' The resulting corner from Noni Madueke (Arsenal) is cleared by the opposition's defence.
  57. 52' Declan Rice (Arsenal) collects an inch-perfect pass and strikes the ball from far out, but his shot is blocked. The ball goes out of play and Arsenal have been awarded a corner kick.
  58. 52' A pass by Marcus Tavernier (Bournemouth) ends up in no man's land, and the attacking effort comes to an end.
  59. 51' Ryan Christie (Bournemouth) swings a cross into the box, but it's far too close to David Raya, who smothers the ball.
  60. 50' It could have been a good chance to score! Kai Havertz (Arsenal) fails to release Viktor Gyökeres with a through ball as the defence is alert and clears.
  61. 48' The Bournemouth players keep the ball and are exchanging a combination of passes. They are waiting for gaps in the defence to open up.
  62. 47' Kai Havertz (Arsenal) touches the ball with his hand.
  63. 46' Referee Michael Oliver blows his whistle to start the second half.
  64. 45+3' The end of the first half.
  65. 45+2' Declan Rice (Arsenal) crosses the ball into the box from the free kick, but the defence clears the danger.
  66. 45+2' Marcos Senesi (Bournemouth) trips an opposition player and Michael Oliver signals a foul. There is a free kick near the sideline to Arsenal.
  67. 45' 2 additional min. will be played.
  68. 45' Alex Scott (Bournemouth) attempts to find one of his teammates with a cross from the resultant free kick, but he fails to hit the ball properly and sends it off the pitch. The ball is off of the pitch and it's a goal kick for Arsenal.
  69. 43' Alex Scott (Bournemouth) fails to deliver a decent cross from a long-range free kick. The opposition's defence intercepts the effort.
  70. 42' Martin Zubimendi (Arsenal) is penalised after knocking an opponent down. It's a free kick to Bournemouth, but it's in no position for a direct shot on goal.
  71. 42' The foul by Adrien Truffert (Bournemouth) was seen by Michael Oliver who didn't hesitate to blow the whistle.
  72. 41' Alex Scott (Bournemouth) put a cross into the box which wasn't a bad decision, but he failed to achieve what he wanted as none of his teammates managed to meet it. The ball is off of the pitch and it's a goal kick for Arsenal.
  73. 40' Excellent touch by Evanilson (Bournemouth)! He latches on to a precise pass deep into the box and unleashes a low drive towards the left post, but the goalkeeper pulls off a terrific save.
  74. 39' Declan Rice (Arsenal) takes the corner kick, but Djordje Petrovic reads it well and stops the effort.
  75. 38' Viktor Gyökeres (Arsenal) looks to break free, but an opposing player clears the ball away. The linesman makes the right call and Arsenal will have a corner.
  76. 38' The resulting free kick from Alex Scott (Bournemouth) ends up in the gloves of the keeper.
  77. 35' Goal · 1–1 Goal! Viktor Gyökeres (Arsenal) puts the ball into the left side of the goal past the outstretched arm of Djordje Petrovic.
  78. 35' Viktor Gyökeres (Arsenal) will take the responsibility and he is already preparing the ball.
  79. 34' Ryan Christie (Bournemouth) handles the ball inside the box. The referee points to the penalty spot. Arsenal are awarded a penalty kick!
  80. 34' Noni Madueke (Arsenal) takes the ball to the corner flag and sends it into the box.
  81. 33' The defender did brilliantly to block the long-range effort from Declan Rice (Arsenal). Arsenal get a corner.
  82. 33' Declan Rice (Arsenal) takes a short free kick.
  83. 33' Alejandro Jimenez (Bournemouth) commits an ugly tackle on his opponent, but there is no caution from the referee. A free kick is awarded to Arsenal.
  84. 32' Rayan (Bournemouth) sends a quick through ball into space for his teammate who is lurking close to the offside line, but one of the defenders intercepts and clears the danger.
  85. 31' Total attempts – 1:2. The shots on goal statistics – 0:1.
  86. 31' A poorly executed mid-range free kick by Declan Rice (Arsenal) as he fails to deliver a decent cross. The ball is off of the pitch and it's a goal kick for Bournemouth.
  87. 30' Adrien Truffert (Bournemouth) was trying to get to the ball but clattered into the legs of the opponent as well. Michael Oliver blows his whistle for an infringement. It's a free kick to Arsenal in a dangerous position.
  88. 28' James Hill (Bournemouth) sends the ball into the penalty area from a throw-in as if it's a corner kick.
  89. 26' Eli Junior Kroupi (Bournemouth) takes a first-time shot from the edge of the box, but his effort is well blocked by the defender.
  90. 25' Noni Madueke (Arsenal) makes a driving run into the box but he cannot work any space for a shot. The ball goes out of play and Bournemouth will have a goal kick.
  91. 25' The free kick from Declan Rice (Arsenal) failed to provide any scoring opportunity, as one of the defenders did a good job and knocked it out.
  92. 24' Michael Oliver blows the whistle, Marcos Senesi (Bournemouth) is penalised for a foul. Arsenal have a free kick.
  93. 22' The ball is cleared after Gabriel Martinelli (Arsenal) attempted to dribble past an opposing player.
  94. 21' Kai Havertz (Arsenal) found some space to dink a cross from the side into the box, but it needed to be more precise to threaten the opposition. The ball is off of the pitch and it's a goal kick for Bournemouth.
  95. 20' Declan Rice whips in the corner and finds Kai Havertz (Arsenal) in space with just the keeper to beat, but somehow he plants his header just over the bar from close in. He should have scored!
  96. 20' Declan Rice (Arsenal) will deliver the ball into the penalty box from a corner kick.
  97. 20' Viktor Gyökeres (Arsenal) fails to find any of his teammates inside the box as his pass is blocked. The referee and his assistant both point at the corner flag. Arsenal will have an opportunity to threaten the opposition's goal.
  98. 17' Goal · 0–1 Goal! Eli Junior Kroupi (Bournemouth) has the simplest of tasks to roll the ball into an empty net from close range after a rebound left the keeper stranded. 0:1.
  99. 16' James Hill (Bournemouth) sends a long ball forward to Rayan, but he put too much power and the chance is gone. The ball is off of the pitch and it's a goal kick for Arsenal.
  100. 16' 56:44 – the latest ball possession ratio.
  101. 15' Eli Junior Kroupi (Bournemouth) skips past his man but can't keep the ball in play. The ball is off of the pitch and it's a goal kick for Arsenal.
  102. 14' The cross into the penalty area from Gabriel Martinelli (Arsenal) needed to be more accurate in order to create a goal-scoring opportunity for his team.
  103. 13' Viktor Gyökeres (Arsenal) releases a low pass from just outside the box in an attempt to find his teammate, but one of the defenders calmly averts the threat.
  104. 12' Michael Oliver blows his whistle and it's Adrien Truffert (Bournemouth) who is penalised for an offensive foul. Good decision by the referee.
  105. 12' A long pass, executed by Djordje Petrovic (Bournemouth), missed the precision to reach his teammates. The linesman signals a throw-in for Arsenal.
  106. 10' Marcus Tavernier (Bournemouth) finds his teammate inside the box with a sweet pass. However, Evanilson wasn't able to finish and lost the ball.
  107. 9' Marcos Senesi (Bournemouth) commits a foul and Michael Oliver immediately signals a free kick.
  108. 7' Marcos Senesi (Bournemouth) sends a long ball forward to Evanilson, but he put too much power and the chance is gone. The ball is off of the pitch and it's a goal kick for Arsenal.
  109. 5' Declan Rice (Arsenal) has the ability to send the ball deep into the penalty area from throw-ins and it can lead to very promising situations for his team.
  110. 4' Evanilson (Bournemouth) threads a pass through the eye of a needle into the box for Eli Junior Kroupi, but David Raya displays great awareness to stop him.
  111. 3' Viktor Gyökeres (Arsenal) looks to break free, but his touch lets him down and he loses the ball. The ball goes out of play and Bournemouth will have a goal kick.
  112. 1' The first half of this match is about to start.
  113. Bournemouth will kick the game off.
  114. Michael Oliver was nominated as the referee for this game.
  115. We now know the starting lineups. You can find them in the match details of this match.

Head-to-head & form

Head-to-head since 2000-01

Full head-to-head
12Arsenal wins2Draws4Bournemouth wins

18 meetings · goals Arsenal 41–19 Bournemouth

Form before the match

Last five Premier League matches, oldest to newest.

Final table 2025-2026

Full table
# Team P W D L GD Pts
1 Arsenal 38 26 7 5 +44 85
6 Bournemouth 38 13 18 7 +4 57

Top scorers 2025-2026

All scorers