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Bournemouth Stun Manchester United in Historic Old Trafford Win

Bournemouth today broke their duck at Old Trafford, securing a resounding 3-0 victory over Manchester United. This emphatic triumph marks Bournemouth’s first-ever away win against the Red Devils, ending their streak of nine consecutive defeats at the iconic stadium.

The Cherries’ dominance was evident from the outset, with Dominic Solanke breaking the deadlock just five minutes into the game. The striker latched onto Andrew Cook’s pinpoint cross, sending the ball into the back of the net with a deft touch.

Bournemouth continued to press and doubled their lead in the second half through Philip Billing. The midfielder rose highest to meet Joe Tavernier’s cross, powering a header past David de Gea.

The Cherries sealed their emphatic victory with a third goal in the 84th minute, when Marcos Senesi headed home from another Tavernier delivery. The result leaves United reeling, with their defensive frailties exposed yet again.

This victory marks a remarkable turnaround for Bournemouth, who had collected just four points from their last 11 Premier League meetings with United. Their recent upturn in form has seen them go unbeaten in five matches, putting them in contention for a top-half finish.

Meanwhile, United find themselves in a precarious position, with their Champions League hopes hanging by a thread. Their 3-0 defeat at the hands of Bournemouth leaves them with a mountain to climb ahead of their crucial clash with Bayern Munich on Tuesday.

The Red Devils must quickly regroup and rediscover their defensive solidity if they are to salvage their season. However, with their confidence shaken and their defensive lapses exposed, the task of turning things around seems daunting.

As for Bournemouth, they can take immense pride in their historic victory at Old Trafford. This result confirms their resurgence and suggests that they are a force to be reckoned with in the Premier League.

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