Friday, 09 January

Antoine Semenyo bids emotional farewell to Bournemouth after match-winning goal as Man City move looms

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Antoine Semenyo celebrates a goal for Bournemouth

Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo appears to have played his final game for AFC Bournemouth following the club’s victory over Tottenham Hotspur, where he capped the occasion with a decisive and memorable goal.

The 26-year-old, who celebrated his birthday on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, scored a sensational winner for the Cherries, seemingly signing off his spell at the Vitality Stadium in style.

After the match, Semenyo hinted at a farewell with a brief Facebook post that read: “The Cherry on the cake.”

The strike was his 10th goal of the season and his 30th in the Premier League, achieved across 101 appearances in England’s top flight.

Semenyo is set to leave Bournemouth for Manchester City, where he is expected to undergo a medical on Thursday, January 8, 2026, ahead of completing a five-year contract.

His departure represents a significant loss for the Cherries, with head coach Andoni Iraola paying warm tribute to the forward’s impact and professionalism.

“That was a lovely [moment] for Antoine,” Iraola said. “Sometimes football gives you these things. He has been top, he has given everything and been committed until the end. I think it is good football gives him back this moment.

“There are still formalities [in his transfer]. I’m afraid to say because I don’t want to lose him, but that looks like it will be his last moments with us.”

Semenyo leaves Bournemouth having established himself as a key figure and fan favourite, closing his chapter at the club with a moment that will be fondly remembered.

Source: classfmonline.com