Wolves' Cunha sent off for head-butt as Bournemouth edge home on penalties
Briefly

Bournemouth's thrilling FA Cup match ends with a dramatic penalty shootout win over their Premier League rivals after a 1-1 draw in extra time. Despite dominating with 31 shots, Bournemouth managed only one goal from Evanilson, which was partially overshadowed by a stunning long-range equalizer from Matheus Cunha. An exceptional red card for Cunha late in the match compounded the drama. Controversy arose from a lengthy video assistant referee review that disallowed a second goal for Bournemouth, leading to a tense shootout that they ultimately won 5-4, edging a competitive rivalry.
Bournemouth's path to a memorable FA Cup victory was filled with tension, highlighted by a missed opportunity and an extraordinary penalty shootout win after a compelling draw.
Bournemouth's performance should have secured an earlier victory, yet they faced a lengthy video review that eliminated a second goal and dampened the thrilling atmosphere.
The extraordinary scenes at Bournemouth revealed the tension inherent in high-stakes matches, where officiating errors and contentious decisions can dramatically shape the outcome of a game.
Even after a dominant performance, the mixed feelings over the officiating and lack of broadcast left fans wondering if they had truly witnessed a classic FA Cup match.
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