Bournemouth 1-0 Burton Albion

A stunning late goal from Brett Pitman was enough to secure the points for in-form League Two leaders Bournemouth.

Pitman struck four minutes from the end with a spectacular dipping 25-yard volley into the top corner to light up a largely mundane encounter.

In a match of few clear chances, Burton keeper Artur Krysiak brilliantly denied Steve Fletcher, while at the other end Greg Pearson was wasteful.

But Pitman's late goal clinched a club record eighth win in nine matches.

Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe told BBC Radio Solent:

"We could have done better first half, but we improved and we have that resolve not to buckle when under pressure.

"Credit to Burton, they could have easily nicked it on another day.

"We're aware that our performances need to improve if we are to sustain this run."

Burton boss Paul Peschisolido told BBC Radio Derby:

"I thought we were fantastic. We completely dominated the first half.

"We need to finish off the play. We create chances, we have good possession. We just need to be more clinical.

"Same as last week, great performance but nothing at the end of it."

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