After a 4-4 draw in the first leg in December last year, both teams started very proactively at Vitality Stadium. Amad Diallo quickly tested goalkeeper Petrovic with a powerful shot, while in the opposite direction, Rayan shot inaccurately.
In the first 20 minutes, Man United dominated but Petrovic continuously denied Matheus Cunha and Bruno Fernandes opportunities.
Bournemouth also responded with Rayan's dangerous shot forcing Senne Lammens to show his talent to save. That was like a warning to M.U, but the away team missed a clear opportunity when Fernandes' volley at the far post was blocked by Petrovic with his foot.
The duel continued until the end of the first half, when the shots of Adrien Truffert and Marcus Tavernier failed to beat Lammens.
Stepping into the second half, Man United increased pressure to find a goal and they were given a golden opportunity in the 60th minute when Aex Jimenez fouled Cunha in the penalty area.
From the 11m spot, Bruno Fernandes easily defeated Petrovic, scoring his 8th goal in the Premier League this season. However, the "Red Devils'" joy did not last long when just 6 minutes later, Ryan Christie finished neatly in the penalty area, equalizing 1-1 for Bournemouth.
After that, Michael Carrick's team quickly regained the lead in the 71st minute when Fernandes' corner kick caused James Hill to be confused and score an own goal.
However, Bournemouth once again showed a strong fighting spirit. After Alex Scott hit the post, the home team was awarded a penalty when Evanilson was fouled by Harry Maguire in the penalty area, and the Man United center-back received a direct red card.
From the 11m spot, substitute Eli Junior Kroupi successfully converted, setting the score 2-2 and creating tense final minutes.
Playing with more players, Bournemouth rushed up to find a decisive goal, but Man United stood firm in injury time to win 1 important point in the race for a Champions League spot.
This result helps Man United temporarily rank 3rd and will definitely hold this position after the round, while Bournemouth extends their 5-match draw streak.
