Cherries’ unbeaten streak fuels hopes of European football

AFC Bournemouth’s fairytale season continues, and at the heart of their success is Ghanaian forward Antoine Semenyo. After inspiring a 5-0 demolition of Nottingham Forest, the Black Stars attacker has set his sights on leading the Cherries to European football.

Currently riding an 11-game unbeaten streak, Bournemouth sit seventh in the Premier League, just a point behind fourth-placed Manchester City. With their impressive form, Semenyo believes they have a real chance to compete in Europe but remains cautious about the journey ahead.

“We definitely do [have European ambitions]. We look at the table and think there is a chance,” Semenyo told the BBC. “But again, you don’t want to put pressure on the team. It’s literally game after game. At any moment, things could change, so we stay focused.”

Semenyo, who now boasts seven league goals and three assists, reflected on his latest strike against Nottingham. He revealed a conversation with teammate Marcus Tavernier, who assured him an opportunity was coming. Moments later, the chance arrived, and Semenyo delivered the perfect finish—“the cherry on top.”

With Bournemouth defying expectations, Semenyo’s European dream may soon become reality.