Goal.com · May 19, 2021
Solanke & Ayew: How forwards’ finishing could define playoff semis
Despite Bournemouth and Swansea City picking up important 1-0 victories, the Nigerian’s miss and Ghana star’s strike could have varying consequences
There’s something particularly eye-catching about the Championship playoffs, and Monday evening was no different as Bournemouth and Swansea City picked up 1-0 wins over Brentford and Barnsley respectively in the semi-final first-legs.
The consensus view that the winner of the tie between the Cherries and the Bees will gain promotion to the Premier League remains to be seen, but the entertainment value at the Vitality Stadium and openness of the encounter suggests both teams are on a different level to the Swans and Barnsley.