Evanilson scored after five minutes, collecting Marcos Senesi's low pass and firing into the far corner as the shot deflected off Cristian Romero over goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario. Former full-back Francis Benali observed that defenders sought an offside call while Djed Spence's position suggested Evanilson was onside, and called the goal a shocking start for home supporters. Bournemouth dominated early possession and pressing under Andoni Iraola, capitalizing on quick turnovers. Bournemouth began the season with a 4-2 loss at Liverpool before Marcus Tavernier's fourth-minute goal secured victory over Wolves, while Tottenham remained without several key players.
Bournemouth striker Evanilson required five minutes to end Tottenham's perfect defensive record this season as The Cherries took a surprise lead against opponents targeting top spot in the Premier League on Saturday. Club record signing Evanilson collected Marcos Senesi's perceptive low pass inside the box on the left and found the far corner of the net with a shot that deflected over goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario via a deflection off Spurs defender Cristian Romero.
"The Spurs defenders were looking for an offside decision but it looks like he's onside," former Southampton full-back Francis Benali told BBC Sport, watching as England newcomer Djed Spence's position appeared to ensure Evanilson had not strayed. "What a start for the visitors. This has certainly rocked the home supporters." Bournemouth lost 4-2 at Liverpool in the first game of the 2025/26 season before Marcus Tavernier's fourth-minute goal gave the Cherries victory at home to Wolves.
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