Justin Kluivert's Hat-Trick Stuns Newcastle in Bournemouth’s 4-1 Triumph
In an unforgettable Premier League clash, Justin Kluivert delivered a scintillating performance, scoring a hat-trick as AFC Bournemouth stunned Newcastle United 4-1 at St. James’ Park. This victory not only extended Bournemouth’s unbeaten league run to ten matches but also shattered Newcastle's nine-match winning streak, leaving the home crowd in disbelief.
From the outset, Bournemouth set the tone with an aggressive and organized approach. It took just six minutes for Kluivert to open the scoring with a composed finish, courtesy of a clever cutback from Antoine Semenyo. Despite Newcastle’s equalizer in the 25th minute—a header by Bruno Guimarães—Bournemouth maintained their dominance. Kluivert struck again just before halftime, capitalizing on a Newcastle error to put his side ahead once more.
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Newcastle, who hoped to achieve a club-record tenth consecutive win, struggled to replicate their recent form. Their attempts to assert control in the second half fell flat as Bournemouth continued to create chances and press high up the pitch. A potential third goal by Dango Ouattara was disallowed by VAR, but the visitors remained unfazed. Kluivert’s third goal came in the 92nd minute—a stunning strike into the far corner following an errant pass by Newcastle’s Anthony Gordon. Milos Kerkez added further misery to the Magpies with a thunderous goal in added time, sealing a comprehensive victory.
This defeat marked Newcastle’s heaviest home loss since December 2021 and was a sobering reminder of their vulnerability under pressure. Manager Eddie Howe, a former Bournemouth coach, watched his team struggle against a confident and dynamic Cherries side. Bournemouth, meanwhile, climbed to sixth place in the table, just one point behind Newcastle, and could rise further depending on other results.
Justin Kluivert’s heroics not only underlined his talent but also cemented his growing reputation in the Premier League. His treble, the second of the season, showcased clinical finishing and impeccable timing, a legacy-building performance reminiscent of his father Patrick’s playing days—albeit with a far greater impact at St. James' Park.
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