AFC Bournemouth vs Newcastle United LIVE: Premier League result, final score and reaction
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AFC Bournemouth vs Newcastle United
A brace from Dominic Solanke has guided Bournemouth to a 2-0 victory over Newcastle United in the Premier League. The hosts spurned a number of opportunities in the first half, but Solanke broke the deadlock on the hour mark with a close-range finish. He was on the spot again to bundle home the second from a corner to secure the three points. The Cherries move out of the relegation zone after picking up their second win on the bounce at home, while Newcastle's seven-match unbeaten run in the top flight has come to an end. Both teams will return to action after the international break as Bournemouth travel to Sheffield United, while Newcastle host Chelsea. Thanks for joining our commentary, until next time, goodbye.
AFC Bournemouth vs Newcastle United
WHAT A SAVE! Pope produces a brilliant reaction stop to turn Sinisterra's deflected strike over the top. The winger connects with Christie's cross and it takes a wicked deflection off Lascelles. Pope still manages to react to turn it over the bar. The keeper has kept the scoreline respectable today.
AFC Bournemouth vs Newcastle United
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AFC Bournemouth vs Newcastle United
Schar lines up an ambitious effort from distance, only to launch his attempt well over the bar.
AFC Bournemouth vs Newcastle United
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AFC Bournemouth vs Newcastle United
WIDE! Tavernier latches onto a cutback from Quattara from the left and has an open goal to aim at, only to place his attempt wide of the target.
AFC Bournemouth vs Newcastle United
Quattara wins the ball back and goes for goal from 20 yards, ignoring Solanke in support. However, he smashes his strike straight at Pope.
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