Bournemouth, England – In a dramatic Premier League encounter at the Vitality Stadium on December 20, 2025, Armando Broja's late equalizer secured a 1-1 draw for Burnley against Bournemouth, halting their painful seven-game losing streak. The match saw Bournemouth take the lead through Antoine Semenyo in the second half, but Broja's header in the dying moments salvaged a crucial point for the Clarets.
Bournemouth, under manager Andoni Iraola, started the game brightly, creating several opportunities in the first half. David Brooks was particularly lively, with a couple of near misses in the early stages. Semenyo also proved a constant threat, setting up chances for Brooks and Justin Kluivert, and having opportunities himself. Despite Bournemouth's dominance in possession and chances, Burnley's defense, led by the returning Kyle Walker, remained resilient.
Burnley, managed by Scott Parker who was making his first return to the Vitality Stadium since being sacked by Bournemouth in August 2022, struggled to create scoring opportunities in the first half. Their only notable attack saw Jaidon Anthony, formerly of Bournemouth, put the ball in the net, only for it to be ruled out for offside after a VAR review.
The second half mirrored the first, with Bournemouth maintaining pressure. Their persistence finally paid off in the 67th minute when Semenyo capitalized on a slip from Josh Laurent and curled a shot into the bottom corner, giving Bournemouth a deserved lead. It was Semenyo's eighth goal of the season.
As the game neared its end, Burnley's hopes of avoiding an eighth consecutive defeat appeared slim. However, in the 90th minute, a short corner routine led to Marcus Edwards delivering a cross from the right, which Broja headed home past goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic. It was Broja's first goal for Burnley.
The late equalizer sparked a flurry of activity as Bournemouth sought a winner, but Burnley's defense held firm to secure the draw. The result sees Burnley remain in 19th place, but they are now within five points of safety. Bournemouth, meanwhile, have now gone eight games without a win and drop to 14th in the table.
For Scott Parker, the draw provides some relief and a platform to build on as Burnley fight to escape relegation. Andoni Iraola will be left to rue his team's missed chances and their inability to hold onto their lead.
