Antoine Semenyo scores freekick as Bournemouth rescue late draw at Leeds United
- Black Stars striker Antoine Semenyo continued his fine form for Bournemouth, scoring his side's first goal against Leeds United
- His sharp form in front of goal across the opening six league fixtures has already earned him a rare milestone in the Premier League
- The in-form forward now shifts focus to Bournemouth’s next challenge, as they look to extend return to winning ways against Fulham
Antoine Semenyo maintained his impressive form for Bournemouth, showcasing once again why he is quickly becoming a fan favourite at the club.
The Ghanaian forward opened the scoring in a pulsating 2-2 draw with Leeds United at Elland Road on Saturday, September 27, 2025.
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He played the full 90 minutes, delivering a lively display that kept the Cherries supporters on their feet throughout the contest.
Bournemouth’s breakthrough came just before the half-hour mark, as Leeds conceded their first home goal of the season.
Semenyo’s low, powerful free-kick zipped under the wall and past the feet of Brenden Aaronson, leaving goalkeeper Karl Darlow flat-footed and raising questions about the wall’s setup.
Watch the free-kick below:
Leeds United hit back quickly, with Joe Rodon heading home from Sean Longstaff’s pinpoint corner before the break. Longstaff then hammered in a superb half-volley on 54 minutes to turn the game in the home side’s favour.
But Bournemouth refused to give in. Deep into stoppage time, Marcos Senesi rose to meet a free-kick and flicked the ball to Eli Junior Kroupi, who volleyed home a dramatic equaliser.
Bournemouth will play Fulham in their next league match on October 3rd, per the Premier League.
How Semenyo has fared this season
Semenyo has now registered six goal involvements in six matches, proving to be a key figure in Andoni Iraola’s setup, per GhanaWeb.
His explosive form began with a brace against Liverpool, followed by an assist against Wolves.
He then delivered a goal and assist in the clash with Brighton before adding his fourth strike of the campaign at Elland Road.
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Semenyo’s consistency highlights his growing influence and importance for Bournemouth this season.
The former Bristol striker Antoine Semenyo enjoyed an August to remember, capped off with two personal accolades.
Just last week, the Ghanaian forward was voted AFC Bournemouth’s Player of the Month for August, a fitting reward for his explosive start to the 2025-26 season.
He also scooped the Goal of the Month award for his sensational strike against Liverpool.
By the close of the month, fans had firmly recognised his impact, with Semenyo becoming the first recipient of the club’s Player of the Month award for the campaign, according to Bournemouth’s official website.
Seven reasons why Semenyo is Ghana's best player
Earlier, YEN.com.gh highlighted seven strong reasons why Antoine Semenyo stands out as Ghana’s most in-form player at the moment.
Although debates often centre around Mohammed Kudus and Thomas Partey as the Black Stars’ leading figures, Bournemouth forward Semenyo arguably holds that title on current form.
Source: YEN.com.gh
