Liverpool, England, ENG — AFC Bournemouth withstood a late Everton surge to claim three points in a seven-goal thriller at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
The visitors struck first through Evanilson in the 38th minute, but Everton responded quickly as Iliman Ndiaye leveled before halftime in the 42nd minute. James Garner appeared to give the hosts the lead in the 30th minute, though the sequence of goals saw Bournemouth regain control after the break.
The second half produced a flurry of goals. Rayan put Bournemouth ahead in the 61st minute before Amine Adli extended the lead three minutes later in the 64th minute. Everton fought back through Beto in the 79th minute, and James Tarkowski's header in the 89th minute set up a frantic finish, but Bournemouth held firm through stoppage time.
GOALS:- 30' James Garner - Everton- 38' Evanilson - Bournemouth- 42' Iliman Ndiaye - Everton- 61' Rayan - Bournemouth- 64' Amine Adli - Bournemouth- 79' Beto - Everton- 89' James Tarkowski - Everton
STANDOUT PLAYERS:- Everton: James Tarkowski - Late goal, defensive presence- AFC Bournemouth: Evanilson - Opening goal, attacking threat
KEY STAT: Everton controlled 53% possession and outshot Bournemouth 16-11 but couldn't complete the comeback.