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Cherries FPL Gameweek 6 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 Bournemouth’s defensive duo of James Hill (£5.5m) and Antonio Silva (£5.0m) kept up their knack for picking up Defensive Contribution points in FPL, doing ...
Adam Smith ready for Chelsea challenge after international break
Adam Smith insists AFC Bournemouth's performances have given the squad plenty of belief as they prepare for the return of Premier League football against Chelsea. The Cherries travel to Stamford Bridge following an extended international break, with Smith admitting he is itching to get back into competitive action after two weeks of hard work on the training pitches. The defender was able to enjoy some rare downtime with his family immediately after the defeat to Liverpool, before returnin...
Club working with Samaritans and Talking Cherries
On World Mental Health Day, AFC Bournemouth is proud to be working with Samaritans and Talking Cherries under the umbrella of the Premier League’s Together Against Suicide campaign, providing mental health support to supporters on matchdays. Working together, volunteers from Samaritans and Talking Cherries aim to engage supporters in conversations about football and mental health, helping to reduce loneliness and isolation while signposting people to local support services. Having la...
Under-18s return to Premier League Cup action
AFC Bournemouth under-18s are back from the international break this weekend, as they travel to Everton in the Premier League Cup. James Lowy's men picked up a point in their opening game of the competition, scoring a late equaliser at home to Leicester City. Elsewhere in the Cherries' group, Everton secured a comfortable opening round victory against Reading. Ahead of the game, afcb.co.uk caught up with Lead Coach Lowy, to preview the fixture and reflect on the extende...
Alan Connell and Mack Allan preview development squad's return
AFC Bournemouth development squad are back after the international break, as they welcome Plymouth Argyle to Wimborne Town's Wyatt Homes Stadium. Alan Connell's side have had an extended break from action, not playing since they beat Stoke City 3-1 on 21st September in Premier League 2. The development squad saw several players in international action over the break. With Charlie Stevens, Ade Solanke, George Chubinidze and Max Lyall-Rajendra all travelling with their national t...
Christie on target but Scotland beaten by Slovenia
Ryan Christie netted his 11 th senior goal for Scotland in their 2-1 defeat to Slovenia in the UEFA Nations League at Hampden Park. The Cherries midfielder was alert to flick the ball home from close range after his AFC Bournemouth teammate Ben Gannon Doak’s menacing run and cross into the box. It was Christie’s fourth goal of the season for club and country, having netted a hat-trick in the Carabao Cup for the Cherries against Lincoln City last month. Aljoša Matko...
Alex Tóth helps Hungary to victory
Alex Tóth featured for Hungary as they beat Ukraine 2-1, to pick up three points in the Nations League. Hungary opened the scoring in 52nd minute courtesy of Milan Toth, before Ukraine equalised in the 83rd minute. Not behind for long, centre back Márk Csinger netted the winner two minutes later. Hungary now sit 2nd in group 2 of the UEFA Nations League B, behind Northern Ireland who sit top. The midfielder has now made 16 senior appearances for his countr...
Cherries handed Feniton tie in Women’s FA Cup
AFC Bournemouth Women will host Feniton FC in the first round proper of the Adobe Women’s FA Cup. The Cherries were paired with the Devon-based side following the draw for the opening round of the competition, which was broadcast live across the official Women’s FA Cup YouTube and TikTok channels. A total of 96 clubs will compete across 48 ties at this stage, with the draw divided into three regional sections - North, Midlands and South. AFC Bournemouth entered the competitio...
Da Bears in Bournemouth as the Cherries host the NFL's Chicago Bears
AFC Bournemouth teamed up with the Chicago Bears for a weekend of fan activities on the seafront and an NFL watch party at Vitality Stadium. Held on Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th October, the events brought NFL and football fans together as Bournemouth welcomed the Bears for the opening stop of their UK Grand Tour. The weekend began at Bournemouth Pier Approach, where supporters, families and visitors joined the two clubs for a free event beside the beach. Fans enjoyed a day action packed ...
Information & points drop: Fulham (A)
UPDATE – 13 th October: All tickets issued for Fulham away. The Cherries will be backed by 2,695 supporters, the maximum allocation available to the Club when they visit Craven Cottage next month. Limited ambulant disabled seating remains available for purchase online. Supporters can check back in the days leading up to the match, as any seats returned will be relisted for purchase online. Supporters with 1+ away point will be eligible to purchase returned seating. ...
Adams honoured to be named USA captain
Midfielder Tyler Adams was “honoured and grateful” to be named United States captain and added: “I’m going to try to lead this group into a winning culture.” The 27-year-old was speaking alongside boss Mauricio Pochettino, ahead of his nation’s 3-0 victory over Mexico over the weekend. Adams has previously captained his country at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, where he became the youngest captain of the side since Walter Bahr in 1950. Now back with the ...
Cherries suffer first defeat of the season in FA WNL
AFC Bournemouth Women suffered their first league defeat of the season, losing 1-0 to table toppers Oxford United. In a quiet game, Oxford took their chance and have now opened up a five point gap at the top of the table. The Cherries had half-chances of their own, but were unable to break down the visitors' defence. Oxford United opened the scoring with the first real chance of the game. Jenna Legg put in a perfect cross to the far post, where Kate Wiseman tapped home past S...
Alex Scott makes first senior England start in 7-0 win
Alex Scott made his first senior England start this evening (3 October), in a 7-0 win over Croatia. The midfielder had already made two substitute appearances this international break. The first of which was his England senior debut. Scott was substituted in the 70th minute, helping England on their way to a comfortable victory. The night ended with a comfortable victory for England. The Three Lions were 4-0 up at half time, before scoring three further goals in the sec...
Ade Solanke enjoys Ireland success during international break
AFC Bournemouth development squad left back, Ade Solanke, has enjoyed a successful international break. The young defender went away with Ireland under-19s and played four matches over the course of the break. A 1-0 loss to a strong England side kicked things off for Solanke, as he played the full 90-minutes. Following this, Solanke started his side's second game, which was against the Faroe Islands. Solanke helped his nation keep a clean sheet in a 5-0 triumph. ...
Alex Tóth starts as Hungary record victory over Georgia
Alex Tóth was in the starting XI for Hungary, as his nation recorded a 1-0 victory over Georgia. It was his 16th appearance for his national side and sees them get back to winning ways after a 0-0 draw against Northern Ireland last time out. Elsewhere, Adrien Truffert continued his fine run of form, starting and completing the full match at left back for France. Zinedine Zidane's side drew 1-1 with Italy, with Truffert boasting an impressive 98% pass accuracy rat...
Information & points drop: Celta Vigo (A)
UPDATE – 8th October: All tickets issued for RC Celta de Vigo away. The Cherries will be backed by 1,158 supporters, the maximum allocation available to the club when they visit Vigo in the UEFA Europa League on 26th November. Following the away allocation reaching all tickets issued, the club made contact with Celta to request additional seating for visiting supporters. If additional seating is provided, the club will provide an update here. For eligible supporters that ha...
Get to Know: Marco Kurth
The two Marcos – it’s been a footballing marriage made in heaven, both on the pitch and in the dugout. When Marco Rose decided to accept the position of AFC Bournemouth Head Coach, he immediately turned to Marco Kurth, his trusted lieutenant, to assist him. The two East Germans first crossed paths when they were youngsters in the academy ranks at VfB Leipzig (formerly Lokomotive Leipzig). Midfielder Kurth played for the under-19s and defender Rose the under-21s before the pai...
Elena Cole called up to Wales training camp
Elena Cole has been called up to the Wales National team, for her country's first ever women's under-23 training camp. The camp will take place this month, and is taking place at the same time as the senior camp, with some players training with both squads. She has previously captained her country at under-15, under-16, under-17 and under-19 levels and has also previously trained with her nation's senior side. The Wales side will play WSL 2 team, Watford, as part ...
Helen Bleazard previews 1st v 2nd clash against Oxford United
AFC Bournemouth Women are back in action this weekend, in a 1 st vs 2 nd clash against Oxford United. Helen Bleazard’s side are coming off the back of a 9-0 win over Southampton PGA in the FA Women’s National League Cup. The Cherries currently sit second in the Southern Premier section of the FA WNL, while Oxford boast a perfect record of five wins from five games. A win will take the Cherries to the top of the league after six games. Ahead of the game, Head Coach, Helen Bl...
Alex Paulsen wins penalty shootout for New Zealand
Alex Paulsen's penalty shootout save secured victory for New Zealand against Panama this morning, earning them a spot in the final of the Kirin Cup. The All Whites played out a 1-1 draw with Panama over 90 minutes, before Paulsen saved a spot-kick in a 5-3 shootout win. New Zealand will face one of Japan or Ecuador in the final, which takes place in Yokohama on Monday 5th October.
Gallery: Training continues during international break
The Cherries continue to train hard during the international break, building towards their game against Chelsea as the Premier League returns. See below for an image gallery from the latest training session at the AFC Bournemouth Performance Centre.
Watch: Cherries hard at work during the break
The Cherries have been hard at work during the first international break of the 2026/27 Premier League season. With AFC Bournemouth competing in three competitions as it stands, the international break will be welcomed by the side who had played three games in nine days prior to the season taking a pause for international football. Take a look at the latest training session at AFC Bournemouth's Performance Centre as the work continues.
Scott says England debut a 'massive honour' after win against Czechia
AFC Bournemouth’s Alex Scott earned his first senior cap for England, as he played the final 20 minutes of tonight’s 2-0 victory against Czechia in Prague. The Cherries midfielder replaced Manchester City’s Elliot Anderson during the UEFA Nations League contest, in which goals from Anthony Gordon and Harry Kane sealed victory for Thomas Tuchel’s side. Scott first earned a senior call-up for England from boss Tuchel after impressing with his performances for th...
Osazee puts pen to paper on first professional deal
AFC Bournemouth is pleased to announce that Nefeye Osazee has signed his first professional contract with the club. The young midfielder joined the Cherries as a first-year scholar after previously being part of Arsenal’s academy. Born in Nigeria, Osazee continued his football development in England before making the move to Bournemouth. Since joining the club, he has continued his progression within the academy and established himself as a regular member of the development squad. ...
Rayan starts as Brazil seal victory over Australia
AFC Bournemouth’s Rayan played 61 minutes as Brazil beat Australia 4-2 in a friendly in Brisbane. The 20-year-old played a part in helping Carlo Ancelotti’s side get off to an electric start at Suncorp Stadium. After Brazil caused problems down the right flank, Rayan passed to Gabriel Bontempo, who in turn teed up full-back Vanderson to fire into the bottom corner. Australia then responded and struck twice in the space of five minutes, Alessandro Circati’s close-r...