Chelsea salvaged a point in a thrilling 2-2 draw against Bournemouth, thanks to a late free kick from Reece James at Stamford Bridge. The right-back delivered a moment of brilliance in the dying minutes, rescuing the Blues from a disappointing defeat.
Bournemouth opened the scoring early in the first half with a well-taken goal, leaving Chelsea chasing the game. However, the Blues responded through Raheem Sterling, who found the back of the net to level the scoreline before halftime.
The second half saw Bournemouth regain the lead, capitalizing on defensive lapses in Chelsea’s backline. But as the clock ticked down, Reece James stepped up with a stunning free kick to secure a dramatic equalizer.
Speaking after the match, James expressed his delight at being back among the goals after a lengthy wait. “There was a period I was scoring quite frequently, and I haven’t had that feeling in a long time,” he said. “I’m happy to be back on the scoresheet and help the team!”
The England international, who has battled injuries this season, also emphasized his focus on building momentum and consistency. “I need to get a run of games playing again,” he added, signaling his determination to remain fit and contribute more to the team.
