Luton Town Stuns Bournemouth with Late Comeback Win
Luton Town pulled off a stunning comeback win against Bournemouth in the Premier League on Saturday, with Carlton Morris scoring a late winner to secure a 2-1 victory for the relegation-threatened team.
The match started off with Bournemouth dominating possession and creating several chances, but it was Luton who struck first in the 73rd minute. Jordan Clark ran up from the halfway line and crossed the ball to Luke Berry, who then passed it to Clark for a clinical finish, scoring his first goal of the season.
Bournemouth responded quickly, with Marcus Tavernier scoring in the 52nd minute off a quick cross from Justin Kluivert. But Luton refused to back down and continued to push for a win.
Their efforts paid off in the 90th minute when Cauley Woodrow’s long cross found Morris in the six yard box for a decisive finish, securing Luton’s first win since January.
The win was a crucial one for Luton, who are currently fighting to avoid relegation. It also marked their first victory over Bournemouth, who had previously beaten them in a dramatic 4-3 comeback in their last meeting.
Bournemouth, on the other hand, suffered their first loss since February and missed the opportunity to climb up the Premier League table.
Despite the windy conditions at Kenilworth Road, both teams put on an entertaining and competitive match. Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola praised Luton’s character and resilience, while also acknowledging the impact of the weather on their performance.
The win was a testament to Luton’s determination and fighting spirit, and manager Rob Edwards was pleased with his team’s performance. He also looked ahead to their upcoming match against defending champions Manchester City, while also jokingly admitting that he may start losing sleep over how to stop them.
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