Midfielder Scored From Inside the Center Circle in Defeat to Sunderland
Tyler Adams produced a moment of brilliance during Bournemouth's eventual 3-2 defeat to Sunderland, scoring what many are calling a goal of the season contender. The United States international spotted goalkeeper Robin Roefs off his line and executed a perfect lob from 47.4 yards—officially the longest goal of the Premier League season, surpassing Richarlison's recent 38.6-yard effort against Arsenal.
The spectacular strike came on Adams' 50th appearance for Bournemouth, giving the Cherries a commanding 2-0 lead less than 15 minutes into the match at the Stadium of Light. Following a Sunderland corner, Bournemouth turned possession over, and Adams demonstrated remarkable awareness and technique to capitalize on Roefs' positioning. The goalkeeper was left helpless as the ball sailed gracefully over his head and into the net.
For Adams, this goal represented his second Premier League strike this season, following his maiden goal against Manchester City earlier in the month. The 26-year-old defensive midfielder hadn't scored for any club since the 2020-21 season with RB Leipzig, making his recent goalscoring form particularly remarkable.
Despite the stunning goal and Bournemouth's bright start—Amine Adli had opened the scoring earlier—the Cherries couldn't maintain their advantage. Sunderland mounted a dramatic comeback, with Enzo Le Fee converting a penalty before halftime. The Black Cats completed their turnaround after the break, through goals from Bertrand Traore and Brian Brobbey, condemning Bournemouth to their fourth consecutive match without victory.
The defeat was particularly costly for Andoni Iraola's side, who finished the match with 10 men after Lewis Cook's red card and will have three players suspended for their next fixture.
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