Manchester United 4-4 AFC Bournemouth: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Ladbrokes’ post-match review of Manchester United 4-4 AFC Bournemouth in the Premier League on Monday, 15 December 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Manchester United and AFC Bournemouth played out a thrilling 4-4 draw at Old Trafford. The hosts took an early lead when Amad Diallo scored in the 13th minute, but Antoine Semenyo equalised for Bournemouth in the 40th. Casemiro then put United back in front in the 45+4th minute, only for Evanilson to level things again just after the restart in the 46th, before Marcus Tavernier gave the visitors the lead in the 52nd. Coming off a mixed run with a win, a draw, another win and a loss in their last four league games before this, United showed resilience but couldn’t hold onto advantages.

Bruno Fernandes pulled one back for Manchester United in the 77th minute, and Matheus Cunha quickly made it 4-3 two minutes later in the 79th. Bournemouth weren’t done, though, as Eli Kroupi equalised in the 84th to secure a point. The Cherries, who had drawn, lost twice and drawn again in their recent outings, demonstrated their fighting spirit on the road, turning what could have been a defeat into a hard-earned draw against a United side chasing consistency.

Manchester United edged possession with 57% compared to Bournemouth’s 43%, suggesting they controlled more of the ball, but the visitors were more effective in transitions, evidenced by their 50 successful dribbles against United’s 41. Corners were close at 5-4 in United’s favour, pointing to similar set-piece threats, while Bournemouth’s two assists to United’s one highlight their sharper final-third play. Discipline saw United pick up two yellow cards and Bournemouth three, with no reds, keeping both sides at full strength.

Substitutions played a role too, with United using all five – Kobbie Mainoo replaced Casemiro at 61 minutes, Lisandro Martínez came on for Leny Yoro and Benjamin Sesko for Mason Mount at 69 minutes, then Joshua Zirkzee replaced Bryan Mbeumo and Patrick Dorgu came on for Luke Shaw at 90+3 minutes. Bournemouth made four changes, starting early with Alex Scott replacing Tyler Adams at five minutes, Eli Kroupi for Evanilson at 78 minutes, and late switches of David Brooks for Marcus Tavernier and James Hill for Justin Kluivert at 90+1 minutes, which helped them maintain energy in a high-scoring affair.

The game burst into life with Amad Diallo’s 13th-minute goal for Manchester United, but Bournemouth fought back through Antoine Semenyo’s 40th-minute equaliser, assisted by Adam Smith. Just before the break, Casemiro scored in the 45+4th minute, assisted by Bruno Fernandes, giving United a halftime lead, though yellow cards to Diogo Dalot in the 43rd for United and Semenyo in the same minute for Bournemouth added tension. Post-interval, Evanilson levelled in the 46th, assisted by Marcus Tavernier, who then scored himself in the 52nd to put the visitors ahead.

A Casemiro yellow card in the 50th didn’t derail United, who substituted Kobbie Mainoo for him at 61 minutes, and later brought on Lisandro Martínez for Leny Yoro and Benjamin Sesko for Mason Mount at 69 minutes. The turning point came late with Bruno Fernandes’ 77th-minute goal and Matheus Cunha’s in the 79th, but Eli Kroupi, who had replaced Evanilson at 78 minutes, struck in the 84th to make it 4-4. Bournemouth’s Marcos Senesi and Adam Smith picked up yellows in the 76th and 78th minutes respectively, while United’s late subs of Joshua Zirkzee for Bryan Mbeumo and Patrick Dorgu for Luke Shaw at 90+3 minutes couldn’t force a winner.

Manchester United lined up in a 3-4-2-1 shape, allowing players like Amad Diallo and Bruno Fernandes to push forward effectively, with Casemiro anchoring midfield until his substitution. Standout partnerships included Fernandes assisting Casemiro’s goal, while Matheus Cunha’s late strike highlighted attacking depth. Diogo Dalot and Luke Shaw provided width, though Shaw was replaced late by Patrick Dorgu.

AFC Bournemouth set up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Marcus Tavernier influential in attack, scoring and assisting, supported by Antoine Semenyo’s goal threat. Adam Smith contributed with an assist, and Evanilson added a goal before making way for Eli Kroupi, who scored after coming on. Justin Kluivert featured until a late switch for James Hill, bolstering their resilient display.

Marcus Tavernier earned Ladbrokes’ Man of the Match honours for his all-action performance, netting one goal and providing one assist while creating one big chance and delivering three key passes. His contributions were pivotal in Bournemouth’s comeback, turning the game with his involvement in two goals early in the second half. Tavernier stayed central to their threat until being replaced by David Brooks in stoppage time.

Recent Premier League matches:

• Draw: 4-4 vs AFC Bournemouth (H)
• Win: 4-1 vs Wolverhampton Wanderers (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs West Ham United (H)
• Win: 2-1 vs Crystal Palace (A)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Everton (H)

Recent Premier League matches:

• Draw: 4-4 vs Manchester United (A)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Chelsea (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Everton (H)
• Loss: 2-3 vs Sunderland (A)
• Draw: 2-2 vs West Ham United (H)

Manchester United have just drawn 4-4 with AFC Bournemouth at home, leaving them in sixth place on 26 points after a run that includes a win over Wolverhampton Wanderers, draws with West Ham United and now Bournemouth, a win at Crystal Palace, and a loss to Everton. They’ll look to build momentum when they face Aston Villa away on 21 December 2025 at 16:30, with Villa currently third on 33 points. A positive result could help United close the gap on the top spots and push for European qualification.

AFC Bournemouth have just secured a 4-4 draw against Manchester United away, sitting 13th on 21 points following a draw with Chelsea, losses to Everton and Sunderland, and a draw with West Ham United. They have a chance to pick up points in their next fixture against Burnley at home on 20 December 2025 at 15:00, with Burnley languishing in 19th on 10 points. Victory here would provide breathing space from the relegation zone and build on their resilient showing at Old Trafford.

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