Bournemouth Stay Perfect in Europe With Comeback 3-1 Win at Sparta Prague

Bournemouth extended their perfect Europa League record on Thursday, coming from behind to win 3-1 at 10-man Sparta Prague and stay top of the league phase.

The Cherries fell behind to a fine individual goal from Gambian Ebrima Singhateh, who ran from his own half to score after Bournemouth midfielder Lewis Cook had hit the post with a first-half penalty.

Sparta had Tobias Guddal sent off before the break, and Bournemouth took full advantage — Tyler Adams equalised on 57 minutes, Evanilson steered them ahead nine minutes from time, and Rayan added a late third.

Substitutes make the difference

Evanilson and Rayan both came off the bench to find the net, underlining the depth in a Bournemouth squad that continues to surprise in its first European campaign.

Four from four

The win is Bournemouth’s fourth in as many Europa League games, keeping them level on 12 points with Ferencvaros and Benfica at the top of the standings.

Source: theScore