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Petrović: A special night for everyone
Đorđe Petrović believes AFC Bournemouth can take confidence from a historic night in San Sebastián into Sunday’s Premier League meeting with Liverpool. The goalkeeper played a crucial role as the Cherries marked their first-ever fixture in UEFA competition with a 2-1 victory over Real Sociedad at the Reale Arena. Petrović produced a number of important saves as the hosts pushed for a way back into the contest, helping Marco Rose’s side see out a landmark victory in front...
Gallery: Cherries make memories in San Sebastián
AFC Bournemouth supporters travelled in their thousands to San Sebastián for a night that will live long in the memory. The Cherries marked their first-ever match in European competition with a 2-1 victory over Real Sociedad, as goals from Justin Kluivert and Rayan secured all three points in the UEFA Europa League. Around 2,000 travelling supporters made the journey to the Basque Country, filling the streets of San Sebastián with red and black before heading to the Reale Are...
Scott's delight at historic Europa League win
Alex Scott played a pivotal role in AFC Bournemouth’s historic first win in the Europa League, providing a superb assist for Rayan to score in the 2-1 victory over Real Sociedad. Scott’s pinpoint pass was headed home by the Brazilian youngster to double the Cherries’ lead after Justin Kluivert had opened the scoring for the visitors. “I’m relieved!” said Scott. “It was tough out there today. The first half, we were brilliant and we took the game to...
Gallery: Pictures from history-making night for the Cherries
AFC Bournemouth wrote another memorable chapter in club history by winning their first game in a European competition on Thursday. Marco Rose’s team triumphed 2-1 against Real Sociedad in their opening league phase game in the Europa League at the Reale Arena in San Sebastián. First-half goals from Justin Kluivert and Rayan paved the way for the victory, while goalkeeper Đorđe Petrović made some important saves to deny the La Liga outfit. Click through the gallery to see a s...
Historic first European win for Cherries on memorable night in Spain
First-half goals from Justin Kluivert and Rayan paved the way for AFC Bournemouth to triumph 2-1 over Real Sociedad in the club’s historic first Europa League clash. Kluivert drew first blood for the Cherries 11 minutes into their opening league phase encounter at the Reale Arena in San Sebastián, the goal standing following a lengthy VAR check for offside. And just nine minutes later, Rayan headed home Alex Scott’s sublime cross to double the visitors’ lead which ...
Scott: It's a massive achievement for the club
Alex Scott is relishing the opportunity to make history with AFC Bournemouth as the Cherries prepare to embark on their first-ever European campaign. Having witnessed the club’s progression since joining four seasons ago, the midfielder is proud to be part of the team that will represent Bournemouth on the continental stage. With the Europa League campaign getting underway tonight, the excitement around the squad is building, with a tough away fixture against Real Sociedad providing ...
Cook relishing challenge of competing in Europa League
Midfielder Lewis Cook is relishing the prospect of AFC Bournemouth stepping out in Europe for the first time. The 29-year-old, who has been with the Cherries for more than a decade, is set to be part of Marco Rose’s squad for their inaugural Europa League clash at Real Sociedad this evening. The game at Estadio de Anoeta (8pm UK time) marks the start of eight league phase fixtures in the competition. Speaking in a pre-match press conference, alongside head coach Marco Rose, Cook sa...
Lyall-Rajendra receives first national call-up
AFC Bournemouth youngster Max Lyall-Rajendra has received his first national team call-up for Australia U17s ahead of their involvement in the Copa España campaign which kicks off next week. The defender will be travelling out to Spain with the prospect of competing in his first games for his national team, which will be played in Salou, Catalonia. Australia U17 fixtures Panama U17 v Austrailia U17 – Thursday 24th September, Salou Morocco U17 v Australia U17 – Tuesday ...
Cherries to host Aston Villa in Carabao Cup fourth round
AFC Bournemouth will host Aston Villa in the fourth round of this season’s Carabao Cup. Marco Rose’s side will be back at Vitality Stadium in the next stage of the domestic competition. The Cherries sealed their place in the next stage of the cup with a 4-0 home victory over Lincoln City earlier this month. Ryan Christie scored a hat-trick for the Dorset club, while Brazil international Rayan netted his first goal of the campaign. Villa progressed to round four ...
Share your European memories with the Cherries
AFC Bournemouth are inviting supporters travelling to San Sebastián to share their photos and videos as the Cherries prepare for a historic night in Europe. Marco Rose’s side take on Real Sociedad in the club’s first-ever UEFA Europa League fixture, marking another significant moment in AFC Bournemouth history. Whether you’re making the journey to Spain, exploring San Sebastián with fellow Cherries or getting ready for the game, we want to see the occasion t...
AFC Bournemouth Women "Looking to build momentum" ahead of Exeter clash
AFC Bournemouth Women will be looking to get back to winning ways this weekend, as they travel west to take on Exeter City. Helen Bleazard's side currently sit third in the FA Women's National League, winning three and drawing one of their games so far. Ahead of the game, Bleazard sat down with afcb.co.uk to preview the fixture. "Training this week has been really good. The reaction from the girls has been pleasing, as we were disappointed with only one point from Lewes...
Under-18s looking forward to "tough test" away at Chelsea
AFC Bournemouth under-18s will be looking to get back to winning ways, as they travel to Chelsea on Saturday morning (19 September) in the U18 Premier League South. James Lowy's side were defeated 3-1 by Brentford last time out, and will be looking to rebuild momentum. Ahead of the game, Lowy, the under-18s Lead Coach, spoke to afcb.co.uk: "We are all looking forward to the tough test against Chelsea. "Of course we will be wary of the quality and threat Chelsea have. But th...
How to watch: Exeter City Women v AFC Bournemouth Women
AFC Bournemouth Women are back on the road this weekend, as they travel to Exeter City. Helen Bleazard's side will be looking to get back to winning ways, after dropping points for the first time this season last time out, away at Lewes. The side are currently 3rd in the table, behind Oxford United and Fulham. AFC Bournemouth supporters can watch the game live and free on AFCBTV and and club's YouTube channel.
How to watch: AFC Bournemouth v Stoke City
AFC Bournemouth development squad are back in Premier League 2 action this weekend as they welcome Stoke City to Wimborne Town's Wyatt Homes Stadium. Alan Connell's side currently have two wins from three games in the competition, beating Chelsea (Cobham Next Gen) and Middlesbrough, before being defeated by Southampton in our first loss of the season. The young Cherries will be looking to get back to winning ways at home. The game will be streamed LIVE and FREE on AFCBT...
Fonts in focus: Local inspiration behind cup numbers and lettering
AFC Bournemouth’s bespoke shirt fonts for cup competitions this season have been inspired by the club’s surroundings. The typeface for both the squad numbers and name lettering, which will be worn by Marco Rose’s squad in the Europa League, FA Cup and Carabao Cup, takes inspiration from the shape of Bournemouth Pier. Tied in with one of the notorious landmarks of the local area, the club is proud to showcase the town across the continent this season. AFC Bournemouth have al...
Under-9s enjoy sucessful Premier League Festival
AFC Bournemouth under-9s put in a strong showing in the under-9 Premier League Welcome Festival. The festival allows Premier League and Category One clubs to play in a series of fixtures against clubs from all across the games programme. The Cherries under-9 side played six matches throughout the day. Wins against Newcastle, Liverpool, Derby and Wolves, plus draws against Everton and Middlesbrough, saw the Cherries go undefeated. Alongside the positive football experience, it...
Charlie Stevens signs new professional contract
AFC Bournemouth Academy midfielder Charlie Stevens has signed a new professional contract with the club. The 19-year-old has enjoyed a rapid rise through the Academy ranks since joining the Cherries as an under-eight, having been born and raised in Bournemouth. Stevens signed a two-year scholarship in the summer of 2023 and made his under-18s debut at the age of just 15, before establishing himself as an important member of the Academy setup. After an impressive campaign in the Professio...
Feature: Smith proud of club's journey ahead of Europa League bow
Determined Adam Smith insists the motivation to test himself at the elite level is stronger than ever, as he prepares to make his Europa League debut for AFC Bournemouth on Thursday. Originally signed on loan from Tottenham Hotspur in September 2010, the full-back arrived with the club in League One, his debut coming at home against Carlisle United a day later. A permanent transfer to the south coast in 2014, two promotions and 429 senior club appearances later, the 35-year-old is preparin...
Cherries squad has wealth of European experience
While European football will be a first for AFC Bournemouth supporters this season, it will be familiar ground for a number of the Cherries squad in 2026/27. A record-breaking season, which saw the Cherries finish sixth in the Premier League, booked the club a place in the Europa League. Among the players contracted to the club this season, there are two Europa League finalists, a Champions League semi-finalist and a hat-trick goalscorer, as well as one player who has appeared in all three...
Renaissance Asset Finance renews partnership with AFC Bournemouth
Renaissance Asset Finance will continue its partnership with AFC Bournemouth for a further three seasons, until 2028/29. The partnership will also see RAF continue as an Official Partner of The Net, AFC Bournemouth’s business community, while becoming an Official Partner of the club’s Women’s Team for the first time. Founded in 2014, RAF became a wholly owned subsidiary of Arbuthnot Latham and Co., Ltd in April 2017. Its expertise spans vehicle, equipment and...
Everything you need to know about the UEFA Europa League league phase
AFC Bournemouth's first-ever UEFA Europa League campaign will be played under UEFA's new league phase format, bringing a fresh look to one of Europe's biggest club competitions. Instead of the traditional group stage, all 36 teams compete in one league table, with every club playing eight different opponents across the opening phase of the tournament. Here's everything Cherries supporters need to know ahead of our historic European adventure. The 2026/27 UEFA Europa League features 36 cl...
AFC Bournemouth launch European special edition kit
AFC Bournemouth have unveiled a special edition European Home Kit to mark the club’s historic first-ever campaign in European competition. This special edition kit will be worn by the Cherries as their home strip throughout their participation in European competition this season, with the club set to embark on a landmark chapter in its history. Designed specifically to celebrate the club’s European adventure, the kit features a sleek look with gold detailing throughout, while a...
Get to know Real Sociedad ahead of historic European opener
AFC Bournemouth will make history on Thursday night when the Cherries take on Real Sociedad in the club’s first-ever game in European competition. Marco Rose’s side travel to San Sebastián to begin their UEFA Europa League campaign, with Real Sociedad the opposition at the Reale Arena. The fixture will be Bournemouth’s first competitive meeting with Spanish opposition and comes against a club with plenty of experience both domestically and in Europe. Ahead of...
Information & points drop: Leeds (H)
AFC Bournemouth welcome Leeds United to Vitality Stadium for a 3pm kick-off on Saturday 31 st October, with tickets set to go on sale from Tuesday 15 th September at 10am. POINTS DROP Points drops for the fixture will take place in the following order at 10am: Tuesday 15 th September 23+ Home Points Thursday 17 th September 17+ Home Points* Sunday 20 th September 11+ Home Points* Tuesday 22ⁿᵈ September Cherry Tuesday (1+ Home Points) *Points dr...
Cherries held to draw away at Lewes
AFC Bournemouth picked up another point in the FA Women's National League, as they drew 1-1 with Lewes at the Dripping Pan. Tamara Wilcock's first half-strike was the highlight for the Cherries, in a game of few chances. Katie Scadding made some crucial saves, with neither side able to find a winner to take all three points. It was an even start for both sides, with no clear cut openings in the first ten minutes. Lewes were awarded a penalty in the 10 th minute after ...