Dominic Solanke Scores Hat-Trick as Bournemouth Thrashes Nottingham Forest in Premier League

In a thrilling match at the Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth FC secured a resounding victory over Nottingham Forest, with Dominic Solanke stealing the show by scoring a hat-trick. The match, which took place on December 1, 2024, saw Bournemouth dominate from the start, with Solanke’s clinical finishing being the highlight of the evening.

Solanke, who has been in impressive form this season, opened the scoring in the 15th minute with a well-placed header from a cross. He doubled the lead just before halftime, capitalizing on a defensive error to slot the ball past the goalkeeper. The striker completed his hat-trick in the 65th minute, converting a penalty after a handball in the box.

Bournemouth’s win was a significant boost to their Premier League campaign, moving them up the table and away from the relegation zone. The team’s performance was praised by manager Andoni Iraola, who highlighted the importance of Solanke’s goals and the overall team effort.

Nottingham Forest, on the other hand, struggled to find their footing throughout the game. Despite some promising attacks, they were unable to breach Bournemouth’s defense, which looked solid throughout the 90 minutes.

The victory marks a turning point for Bournemouth, who will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming fixtures. For Solanke, the hat-trick is a testament to his growing influence in the team and his potential to be a key player in the Premier League.