We don’t want to get ahead of ourselves – Semenyo on Bournemouth’s impressive start

Ghana international Antoine Semenyo says AFC Bournemouth will not be carried away by their impressive start to the 2025/26 Premier League campaign.

The Cherries have been outstanding since the commencement of the league season, winning three games, drawing two, and losing one after six matches. With 11 points, Bournemouth sit 6th on the table.

Semenyo delivered another top-class performance in their comeback draw against Leeds United on Saturday at Elland Road. The Black Stars attacker scored as his side held Leeds to a 2-2 draw in the Premier League clash.

However, the former Bristol City forward praised Bournemouth’s character while cautioning against complacency.

“It was scrappy towards the end to be honest. We wanted to keep getting the ball into the box to cause them problems, and it was tough today. We never gave up though.

“The boys have got the character, as they’ve proven so far this season, the desire to make things happen and keep going. We knew there were spaces in transitions and wanted to exploit that. They had momentum, and it was tough, but we’ve been resilient again.

“It’s a long season; we don’t want to get ahead of ourselves just yet. But we take a point and move on to Friday,” the player stated.

Semenyo opened the scoring in the 26th minute, rifling a powerful free-kick through the Leeds wall to beat Karl Darlow. It was his fourth goal in six league matches this season, adding to his two assists, underlining his growing influence under manager Andoni Iraola.

Leeds responded before half-time when Joe Rodon headed in from a Sean Longstaff corner. Longstaff then put the hosts ahead with a superb half-volley in the 54th minute.

Bournemouth, however, showed resilience and were rewarded deep into stoppage time. Marcos Senesi flicked on a free-kick, and Eli Junior Kroupi smashed home the equalizer to earn the Cherries a point.

Semenyo has become a fan favorite at the Vitality Stadium, contributing six goals across competitions this season.