🔗 Share this article A. Semenyo's Crucial Role Earns Bournemouth a Chaotic 2-2 Draw at Stamford Bridge. The forward completed the full game while his counterpart was withdrawn after the hour mark. Key Moments Two assists from Semenyo's long throw-ins led to strikes by Brooks and Kluivert. Chelsea's goals came from Palmer and Fernandez during a chaotic opening 45 minutes. The second half's clearest chance fell to Fernandez, who failed to convert. Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo, reportedly close to a big-money transfer, was at the heart of the action, providing two assists and conceding a penalty in a dramatic 2-2 stalemate against Chelsea. Despite being on the verge of a lucrative switch, the 25-year-old attacker started for his club. His distinctive long throw-ins proved a potent weapon, leading to goals for teammates David Brooks and Justin Kluivert. Brooks opened the scoring just six minutes in, converting from close quarters after a dangerous long throw from Semenyo. Chelsea responded and then took the lead after Semenyo fouled Estevao Willian inside the penalty area. Referee Sam Barrott pointed to the spot after consulting the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) monitor. Cole Palmer stepped up and converted the penalty, finding the corner despite the goalkeeper guessing correctly. Enzo Fernandez then extended Chelsea's lead, firing a superb shot into the top corner after 23 minutes. Kluivert leveled the scores again shortly after, tapping home from another precise long throw delivered by Semenyo. Chelsea created further opportunities, but Bournemouth ended the first half strongly, testing goalkeeper Robert Sanchez with numerous attempts. The home side's boss reshuffled his team at the break, bringing on James and Neto for Acheampong and Garnacho. A potential handball incident involving Gusto was quickly reviewed and not given by the video officials. Former Chelsea goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic then produced an excellent save to deny Estevao from distance. The best chance of the second half fell to Enzo Fernandez in the 77th minute, but he blazed his shot over the bar from inside the box. Moments earlier, Palmer was substituted for Joao Pedro, a change that was met with disapproval from some home supporters. Despite growing dominance in the latter stages, Chelsea could not find a decisive late goal. Deep into added time, Unal connected with an Adli cross but sent his volley over the bar from a central position. This draw extends Chelsea's poor run to only one win in their previous seven Premier League matches. Bournemouth's winless streak now stretches to ten matches across all competitions.