Image source, BBC SportEven during their winless run at the start of the Premier League season, there was a sense that Bournemouth were not getting the rub of the green.
They have accrued nine points this season, which is 4.5 fewer than their expected goals for and against would suggest they deserve. In the expected goals standings, Marco Rose’s side are in fifth place, whereas in reality they are 13th.
The form of their star forward Evanilson has been key to the team getting points on the board over the past fortnight. The 27-year-old, a £40 million signing from Porto in the summer of 2024, is enjoying his best spell for the club so far, showcasing a creative edge to match his scoring prowess.
