Scott's backing Antoine to give rivals a fright

ANTOINE SEMENYO is Bournemouth's own “monster” to rival Erling Haaland, according to teammate Alex Scott.

- BY NEIL McLEMAN

And the Cherries midfielder claimed “the whole world” is now realising the talent of the Londoner before the clash of two Premier League goalscoring big beasts today.

Only 6ft 4in Norway striker Haaland has netted more topflight goals — 11than the 6ft lin Ghana forward has with six going into this Premier League weekend.

Semenyos explosive mix of pace and power has helped lift Bournemouth two points clear of Pep Guardiola’s side before they seek a first ever win at the Etihad Stadium.

And England Under-21 star Scott is backing the former Bristol City striker and his inform teammates to outscore City’s £51million superstar today.

Scott said: “Antoine's got everything — physically he’s a monster and that suits the Premier League to a tee.

“He can finish with both feet and he's on a different level, especially this season. He has started ridiculously well.