Brazilian teenager Rayan extended his electric start in the English Premier League as Bournemouth fought back to beat Everton. The Cherries overturned a deficit to defeat 10-man Everton at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
After his £24.7m move from Vasco de Gama, Rayan scored for a second straight league game. His goal cancelled out Iliman Ndiaye’s first-half penalty and shifted momentum sharply.
Minutes later, Amine Adli struck decisively to complete Bournemouth’s rapid turnaround. Everton’s misery deepened when Jake O’Brien was dismissed for a professional foul.
Despite the defeat, Everton started brightly and controlled much of the opening period. They earned a penalty after Rayan brought down Jarrad Branthwaite inside the area.
Thierno Barry squandered a golden chance from close range before halftime. Soon after the restart, another effort was heroically blocked on the line.
Bournemouth’s ruthless response exposes Everton’s fragility under pressure
Bournemouth responded with devastating efficiency when chances finally arrived. Rayan nodded in Adrien Truffert’s cross before Adli finished a rehearsed free-kick move.
“He showed his character,” Adli said of Rayan to TNT Sports.“He is a massive talent and we are very happy to have him.”
“We are always behind every player that makes a mistake,” Adli added. “Today we showed that we are a strong team.”
The victory stretched Bournemouth’s unbeaten league run to six matches. In contrast, Everton are now winless in five consecutive home league games.
Life away from Goodison Park continues to test Everton’s resilience. Their adjustment to Hill Dickinson Stadium has proven more difficult than expected.
David Moyes’ side had begun solidly, collecting points early.
However, recent home performances have failed to match away form. Before kick-off, Moyes urged his players to thrill home supporters, and for spells during the game, Everton delivered but lacked cutting edge.
Rayan’s fearless rise hints at a Premier League star in the making
Goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic denied Ndiaye brilliantly before Everton unravelled. Blocks from Bournemouth defenders frustrated Dewsbury-Hall and Barry again.
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Everton’s collapse stemmed from Bournemouth’s sudden incision, not only O’Brien’s red card. The defender, isolated, felt compelled to halt Adli despite the distance.
Rayan already looks like one of the season’s standout signings. Iraola beat heavy European competition to secure the 19-year-old.
He replaced Antoine Semenyo and shows similar energy and goal threat. Rayan has delivered a goal or assist in his first three appearances.
Only Robbie Keane and Anthony Martial previously achieved that feat. Yet, his night included a costly penalty concession.
“Some decisions you have to accept when the player is so young,” Iraola said. “He showed character, personality, he hasn’t been affected.”
James Hill’s aerial strength created the winning goal. Bournemouth’s comeback ability remains among the league’s best, and after months of struggle, Iraola’s side now appear firmly back on track.
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