Justin Kluivert became the first player to score a hat-trick of penalties in an English top-flight match since the 1950s as Bournemouth returned to winning ways with a 4-2 victory at struggling Wolves.
However, Andoni Iraola, speaking to the media after the match, was quick to praise forward Evanilson, who won all three of the penalties, which Kluivert converted.
Although not on the scoresheet, Iraola was delighted with the Brazilian’s efforts and added: “Evanilson has made the difference. He has been fighting with the centre-backs and the keeper. He was phenomenal.
“Evanilson didn’t score today, but he is why we won. He has won five penalties this season and we have scored four.
“It is very difficult to score three penalties in one game. Justin is someone who gives us a lot, also without the ball. He is someone who understands we need his work-rate. He is giving the team a lot.”
Bournemouth had lost their past two matches, but this was a fine return to form as the Cherries moved up to 11th in the Premier League table.
