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James Lowy "hoping to maintain momentum" as under-18s travel to Birmingham
AFC Bournemouth’s under‑18s head to Birmingham on Saturday, October 24, for a Premier League South clash against bottom‑placed City. Riding a 1‑0 win over Norwich that lifted them to 11th, manager James Lowy praises the squad’s mature response after a tough run and highlights the growing link between the U‑18s and the development side. He stresses the importance of rest before the 11 a.m. kickoff, which streams live on AFCBTV and YouTube, and urges the boys to stay ready for future opportunities.
Alan Connell looking forward to "tough test" against Brentford
AFC Bournemouth's development squad returns on Monday night to face Brentford at Wyatt Homes Stadium, with manager Alan Connell calling it a "tough test". The Cherries sit 17th in Premier League 2, just four points behind Brentford after five games each, and are riding a perfect 100% win record in their four recent PL2 and Premier League Cup matches against Chelsea Next Gen, Middlesbrough, Stoke City and Plymouth Argyle. Connell praised the squad's physical effort in a 1‑1 draw at Brighton and emphasized recovery and individual improvement ahead of the 7 pm kickoff on 26 October, with free entry for fans.
Kluivert: AC Milan is going to be an amazing game
Justin Kluivert says AFC Bournemouth's Europa League tie against AC Milan on Oct. 21 will be an "amazing" showdown. The Dutch winger, Bournemouth’s first European scorer, is fit for Marco Rose’s side as they host the 19‑time Italian champions at Vitality Stadium (8 pm). Kluivert highlighted Milan’s strong season, Premier League experience and rich history, while urging fans to keep the noise up after last week’s win over Sturm Graz. The match marks Bournemouth’s second home fixture in the competition after finishing sixth in the Premier League.
Injury news: Rose gives update on Kroupi
AFC Bournemouth manager Marco Rose says 20‑year‑old forward Junior Kroupi has returned to team training after foot surgery and could see minutes in the Premier League clash with Manchester United on Sunday. The France U‑21 striker, who missed pre‑season with a foot injury, remains off the Europa League squad for Thursday’s AC Milan game. Rose also noted Veljko Milosavljević’s comeback and the ongoing absences of Alex Scott and Julián Araujo. Kroupi finished 2025/26 with 13 goals in 35 games, the highest tally for a teenage debutant and a Ballon d’Or Young Talent nominee.
Tavernier: AC Milan fixture an unbelievable moment
Marcus Tavernier hails AFC Bournemouth’s Europa League tie with AC Milan as an “unbelievable moment” for the club. The 27‑year‑old winger, who has started both of Bournemouth’s European wins – a 2‑0 away victory over Real Sociedad and a 3‑1 home win against Sturm Graz – says the fixture underscores the club’s rise. He notes Milan’s 4‑0 triumph over Red Bull Salzburg and reflects on his own form, having scored four Premier League goals this season. Bournemouth sit on a perfect six points from two group matches, while Milan sit on three.
December fixture changes confirmed
AFC Bournemouth’s December Premier League schedule shifts after Sky Sports picks two matches for live broadcast. The home game against Brighton & Hove Albion moves to an 8:15 pm kickoff on Wednesday 2 December, while the away clash at Arsenal is rescheduled to 2 pm on Sunday 13 December (originally 3 pm on Saturday 12 December). Both fixtures will be shown live on Sky Sports. Ticket holders for the Brighton match must request cancellations by Monday 30 November.
Ticket & points drop information: Hull City (H)
AFC Bournemouth announces Hull City’s visit to Vitality Stadium on Saturday, 5 December, with a 3 pm kickoff. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, 20 October at 10 am, starting with 26+ home points and followed by drops on 22, 25 and 27 October (including a Cherry Tuesday offer). New corner seats are available, and all tickets will be digital via the club’s mobile app. Limited hospitality packages remain, and the club outlines safeguarding, accessible seating and contact details for ticket support.
Connell praises development squad display despite Seagulls swooping for a point
Development squad boss Alan Connell praised his Bournemouth side’s effort after a 3-3 Premier League 2 draw with Brighton & Hove Albion on October 19, 2026. Goals from Eugene Nyarko, Charlie Stevens and George Chubinidze gave the Cherries a late lead, but Kofi Shaw’s stoppage‑time strike rescued a point for the Seagulls. Connell highlighted the team’s organised defence, quick counter‑attacks and strong individual displays, while noting the disappointment of conceding late. The match also marked Veljko Milosavljević’s 45‑minute return from injury. Bournemouth next host Brentford at Wimborne Town on Monday.
Gallery: Pictures from first Premier League win of the season
Marcus Tavernier and Evanilson maintained their impressive form in front of goal as AFC Bournemouth triumphed 2-0 against Sunderland at Vitality Stadium on Sunday. Their goals, which came either side of half-time, saw the Cherries register a first Premier League win and clean sheet under head coach Marco Rose. Tavernier drew first blood with his fourth goal of the season, his diving header from Evanilson’s cross giving the Cherries the lead in the sixth minute. Sunderland were redu...
Bleazard happy as Cherries put in five-star display at Plymouth
Boss Helen Bleazard hailed her entire squad’s performance as AFC Bournemouth got back to winning ways in FA Women’s National League Southern Premier Division. A Jenna Markham brace, her 49 th and 50 th goals for the club, along with headers from Caitlin Smith and Clarabella Hall, as well as an own goal, meant the Cherries cruised to a 5-0 victory at Plymouth Argyle. “I’m really, really happy with the win,” the head coach told afcb.co.uk. “To come in ...
Tavernier: Evanilson is so important to us
Marcus Tavernier hailed the impact of Evanilson after the Brazilian played a starring role in AFC Bournemouth’s 2-0 victory over Sunderland. The forward was instrumental in both goals at Vitality Stadium, first showing strength and composure before providing the cross for Tavernier to head home the opener. Evanilson then got his reward after the break, adding the second goal to help the Cherries secure their first Premier League victory of the season. While Tavernier was quick to h...
Hill proud of Cherries after Sunderland response
James Hill praised AFC Bournemouth’s response after the Cherries secured a 2-0 victory over Sunderland at Vitality Stadium. Goals from Marcus Tavernier and Evanilson earned Marco Rose’s side their first Premier League win of the season, with the visitors reduced to ten men following Kevin Danso’s first-half dismissal. Tavernier opened the scoring after just six minutes, heading home after excellent work from Evanilson, before the Brazilian added the second shortly after h...
Evanilson on century duty in Rose's first Premier League win
Evanilson bagged his 100th career goal as Marco Rose celebrated his first Premier League win courtesy of a 2-0 victory over Sunderland at Vitality Stadium. The Brazilian added to the 66 goals he scored for Porto and the 13 for first club Fluminense by registering his 21st for the Cherries and his third in as many games. His second-half solo effort doubled the Cherries’ lead after he had assisted Marcus Tavernier for their sixth-minute opener. After Tavernier had headed home his fou...
Appearance milestone for skipper Smith
Captain Adam Smith will today pen a new chapter in the AFC Bournemouth record books when he leads out the team against Sunderland. Smith will become the club’s outright fifth highest appearance-maker when he lines up against the Black Cats at Vitality Stadium, passing Keith Miller’s total of 433 games. The 35-year-old’s tally includes 261 games in the Premier League, 95 in the Championship and 38 in League One during a loan spell from Tottenham Hotspur in 2011/12. Cherr...
Under-18s back to winning ways after triumph against Norwich
Kobaro Akaunu’s second-half strike proved the difference as AFC Bournemouth’s under-18s recorded a 1-0 home victory over Norwich City. The winger fired in at the near post just past the hour mark after good work from striker Leyland Waite, earning James Lowy’s side all three points at the AFC Bournemouth Performance Centre. Victory was the team's second Under-18 Premier League South win of the campaign, with the academy having stepped up to Category One status this season...
Rose provides positive news on Scott
Marco Rose has provided a positive update on Alex Scott’s recovery, revealing that the midfielder’s healing is progressing better than expected following an MRI scan. Speaking ahead of the upcoming fixture against Sunderland, Rose revealed that an MRI scan had shown encouraging signs of healing, allowing Scott to take the next steps in his rehabilitation. “We did an MRI yesterday and the pictures look really well so his progression, his healing is in a good way, better th...
Adams: We need to carry momentum into Sunderland
Tyler Adams wants AFC Bournemouth to carry the momentum from a historic European night into Sunday’s Premier League meeting with Sunderland. The Cherries recorded a second successive UEFA Europa League victory against Sturm Graz on Thursday, with the occasion marking the club’s first-ever European fixture at Vitality Stadium. And Adams believes the result provided the perfect response ahead of a quick return to domestic action. “I think there were a lot of emotions invo...
Cherries FPL Gameweek 7 Preview
AFC Bournemouth have teamed up with Fantasy Football Scout to help bring you hints, tips and advice during the 2026/27 Fantasy Premier League (FPL) season. Scout will be using their expertise to provide advice and gameweek tips which should prove useful in ensuring you win your mini-leagues. Best of the Cherries Evanilson (£6.0m) was Bournemouth’s top FPL points scoring player in Gameweek 6. The forward registered two appearance points for playing for ...
Gallery: Pictures from an historic European night at Vitality Stadium
AFC Bournemouth penned a new chapter in the club’s history books by staging their first European fixture on home turf on Thursday. The Cherries hosted Sturm Graz at Vitality Stadium and marked the momentous occasion by running out 3-0 victors in front of a crowd of 12,010. It was their second successive win in the Europa League, adding to last month’s 2-1 victory against Real Sociedad in San Sebastián. To mark the occasion, a giant tifo was unveiled in the North Stand ...
Cherries living the European dream with win over Sturm Graz
Evanilson, Rayan and Álvaro Rodríguez were on target as AFC Bournemouth capped a memorable night by triumphing 3-0 against Sturm Graz in the first European game at Vitality Stadium. The Cherries followed up their impressive 2-1 win against Real Sociedad in their opening Europa League clash with another impressive showing against the Austrian Bundesliga outfit. To mark the occasion, a giant tifo was unveiled in the North Stand ahead of kick-off, adorned with the words Minus 17...
Gallery: Final preparations before Sturm Graz
AFC Bournemouth’s players completed their final preparations in training ahead of the club’s inaugural Europa League home fixture at Vitality Stadium on Thursday. Marco Rose and his side were hard at work ahead of the visit of Sturm Graz (8pm kick-off), following victory over Real Sociedad in San Sebastián to start their European campaign last month. Justin Kluivert and Amine Adli took part in the session, with head coach Rose confirming the duo would be back...
Injury news: Kluivert and Adli available for Sturm Graz clash
AFC Bournemouth head coach Marco Rose confirmed Amine Adli and Justin Kluivert would be back in the squad for tomorrow night’s UEFA Europa League clash at home against Sturm Graz (8pm). Kluivert has not featured since sustaining a muscle injury in the 2-1 victory at Real Sociedad last month, during which he scored the opener in San Sebastián. Adli is yet to feature this campaign after suffering a calf injury during a pre-season friendly against Real Betis. Asked fo...
Walking Football Festival at Ringwood Community Hub
AFC Bournemouth Community Sports Trust hosted a Walking Football Festival at Ringwood Community Hub. 70 players from AFC Bournemouth teams, Southampton Women, Bournemouth Walking Football Club and Portsmouth FC took part in competitive fixtures throughout the evening. The friendly fixtures allowed the AFC Bournemouth players who train weekly to play in organised fixtures against other established teams, with the games played in good spirit. An important part of...
Easy Panels becomes Official Corporate Supporter & Supplier of AFC Bournemouth
AFC Bournemouth is delighted to announce that Easy Panels has become the club's newest Official Corporate Supporter & Supplier. The agreement will see the leading online supplier of premium-quality wall and shower panels partner with the Cherries for the 2026/27 to 2028/29 seasons. Established in 2019, Easy Panels has grown organically into one of the UK's leading suppliers of premium wall and shower panels, combining high-quality products with affordable prices. Founded in Aberdare, Wales...
Four-midable Eugene helps Cherries progress against Pilgrims
Eugene Nyarko’s clinical four-timer spearheaded AFC Bournemouth to an emphatic 6-1 win over Plymouth Argyle, setting up the prospect of an enthralling second half to this season’s Premier League Cup campaign. Nyarko inspired the Cherries to victory at Wimborne Town’s Wyatt Homes Stadium as they rocketed to the top of Group B on goals scored, drawing level on six points with Leicester and Cardiff at the halfway point. And with the top two progressing to the knockout phase,...
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