Justin Kluivert etched his name in Premier League history with a unique hat-trick of penalties, propelling Bournemouth to a thrilling 4-2 victory over Wolves at Molineux on Saturday. Meanwhile, Kevin Schade also grabbed headlines with a stunning hat-trick in Brentford’s 4-1 triumph over Leicester, showcasing a day of incredible individual performances.
Kluivert’s Record-Breaking Night
Kluivert’s landmark achievement came as he calmly converted three penalties to deliver a crucial win for Bournemouth, lifting them out of the relegation zone.
The Dutchman opened the scoring early, only for Jorgen Strand Larsen to equalize for Wolves. Milos Kerkez restored Bournemouth’s lead before Kluivert doubled it with his second penalty of the game. Despite Strand Larsen reducing the deficit late on, Kluivert sealed the win—and his historic hat-trick—16 minutes from time after Evanilson won a record third penalty.
Wolves, despite a spirited effort, fell back into the relegation zone, ending their recent revival under Gary O’Neil.
Schade’s Spark Ignites Brentford
At Brentford, Kevin Schade delivered a masterclass, scoring three goals to inspire the Bees to a commanding win over Leicester.
Facundo Buonanotte gave the Foxes an early lead, but Brentford roared back with Yoane Wissa’s equalizer. Schade then took center stage, netting twice before halftime and completing his hat-trick in the second half.
Ruud van Nistelrooy, watching from the stands as Leicester’s new manager, faces a daunting task ahead of his first match in charge against West Ham on Tuesday.
Forest and Palace Edge Crucial Results
Nottingham Forest climbed into the top six with a narrow 1-0 victory over Ipswich, courtesy of Chris Wood’s emphatically struck penalty. The defeat leaves Ipswich rooted in the relegation zone.
Crystal Palace avoided a home loss against Newcastle with late drama. Marc Guehi’s own goal appeared to gift the Magpies a win, but Daniel Munoz headed home a 94th-minute equalizer to rescue a point for Palace, who edged out of the bottom three on goal difference.
Super Sunday Awaits
The action-packed weekend continues with Liverpool hosting Manchester City in a highly anticipated top-of-the-table clash on Sunday. The Reds hold an eight-point lead over the defending champions, who are desperate to end their six-game winless streak.
Elsewhere, Ruben Amorim aims for his first Premier League victory as Manchester United manager when his side faces struggling Everton at Old Trafford.
