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Cherries begin cup defence in defeat at Moneyfields
THE Cherries began their National League Cup defence in defeat as hosts Moneyfields beat Helen Bleazard’s side 3-1.
Who would you like the Cherries to draw in the Europa League today?
A EUROPEAN giant like AC Milan or Juventus, or a trip to Slovenia to face Celje? The Cherries enter the hat for the Europa League league phase today and there are plenty of exciting ties that they could get as they make their European bow.
IN FULL - Teams Cherries could face in Europa League as draw pots confirmed
The Cherries will be in pot three for today’s Europa League draw, as all the teams have been confirmed for the league phase.
2026 Milford Open celebrates six days of outstanding tennis and sportsmanship
The 2026 Milford Open, hosted by Milford Tennis & Squash Club, drew 100 players from 12 counties to compete in 13 tennis events over six days.
Team Dorset win national relay silver
Team Dorset win national relay silver
Plenty of football in non-league over bank holiday - Preview
THE bank holiday weekend is here and there is plenty of local football to keep you busy in the next few days.
Ford 'delighted' to clinch top spot as Poole continue momentum into playoffs
Pirates promoter Danny Ford was delighted to finish top of the Championship after a dominant victory over Plymouth Gladiators at Wimborne Road on Wednesday evening.
League Cup is 'chance to win a title' but Cherries must 'take care' in Lincoln tie
The Carabao Cup gives the Cherries a good chance to win a trophy but they must ‘take care’ as they look to progress through the competition following their draw against Lincoln City for the third round.
"We need to win this game": Truffert eyeing up three points as Everton visit Cherries
The Cherries host Everton this weekend in the Premier League, and Adrien Truffert is not underestimating the significance of the clash.
Cherries to find out Europa League opponents today - Daily Echo will be at every game
The Cherries will discover their opponents for the Europa League this season today, and the Daily Echo will be travelling across the continent to bring fans coverage of a historic campaign for the club.
Five interesting potential Europa League away days for Cherries as draw to be made
With the Europa League draw taking place today, here are five teams that AFC Bournemouth fans should look out for as potential away trips of interest.
“I want to have some teams our fans would like to see" - Rose on Europa League draw
Marco Rose is not too worried about who the Cherries draw in today’s Europa League draw – but he hopes that the fans get the away days they want most.
Skipper Cook has 'found another level' after another sensational max for Pirates
Zach Cook has “found another level” this season as the Pirates skipper looks in formidable form heading into the playoffs, Danny Ford said.
'Not necessary' for Cherries to look for more players as Rose happy with squad
‘It is not necessary’ for the Cherries to look for any more players to sign this summer, Marco Rose said, with the boss happy with his squad.
Rose '120 per cent sure' that Scott will be at Cherries after transfer deadline
Marco Rose is ‘120 per cent sure’ that Alex Scott will still be a Cherries player after the transfer window closes next week.
First Vitality Stadium game, transfer window and Everton - Every word
Marco Rose spoke to the media about the prospect of his first home game at the Vitality Stadium as Cherries boss, plus the transfer window and looking back at the Man City defeat as he previewed the visit of Everton on Saturday.