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Cherries’ women left with little room for error after another home defeat

Helen Bleazard's side were beaten by Fulham on Sunday, leaving them eight points off leaders Oxford.

12.10.26Features

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How Bournemouth broke down Sturm Graz to make it two Europa League wins from two

Cherries were tasked with one of football's oldest questions against Sturm Graz - how do you effectively break down a low block? Cherries On Top analyses how Marco Rose used his toolbox to open up Bournemouth's opponents - and how he quelled any comeback in the second period.

16.10.26Analysis

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Cherries' fortunes dovetail with Evanilson's improved form as Marco Rose records first Prem win

Cherries have lift off in the Premier League, comfortably dispatching Sunderland 2-0 at Dean Court. Evanilson starred with an assist and goal, taking his scoring streak to three games. It is no surprise that Bournemouth's form has improved as Evanilson starts to find the back of the net.

18.10.26Analysis

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AC Milan's influence on AFC Bournemouth goes beyond the red and black stripes

AFC Bournemouth take on AC Milan in the Europa League tomorrow night. In the 1970s, Cherries first imitated the Italian giants in a bid to make the club more modern, continental. Now Bournemouth are the real deal.

21.10.26History

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Marco Rose's Sturm Graz history offers Bournemouth Europa League clues

Marco Rose knows Sturm Graz well from his time in Austrian football, having faced the club on multiple occasions with RB Salzburg and RB Leipzig. With Bournemouth preparing for their first home Europa League game, we look back at Rose's record against the Austrian side for clues ahead of Thursday's clash.

14.10.26Analysis

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Rose-tinted lens darkens as Cherries regress at Chelsea

Bournemouth’s defeat to Chelsea has raised fresh concerns over Marco Rose’s side, with defensive lapses and a lack of confidence proving costly. Despite promising underlying numbers and flashes of attacking threat, Cherries are struggling to turn potential into points.

11.10.26Analysis

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AFC Bournemouth’s slow start under Marco Rose: What history tells us about Cherries’ Premier League form

Bournemouth’s slow start under Marco Rose is frustrating but not unprecedented - Cherries On Top have looked at Cherries' record in the first five games of the Premier League season across their 10 top-flight campaigns to place their current form in context.

02.10.26Analysis

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Cherries continue to ruffle the feathers of Europe's elite by frustrating AC Milan

History and pedigree counted for naught on the pitch as Cherries swarmed, overwhelmed, and frustrated AC Milan to make it three wins from three in the Europa League. As the wider media bemoans the further death of football's pecking order, AFC Bournemouth fans will remember another famous night under the Dean Court floodlights.

23.10.26Opinion

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Cherries handed trial view of what life could be like without Alex Scott

Alex Scott's dream England debut has lead to an injury lay-off for AFC Bournemouth's star midfielder. With Scott's contract set to expire in 18 months, Cherries will get a glimpse of how their side functions without their talisman.

08.10.26Opinion

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Adam, Adam Smith

A look through the challengers Adam Smith has seen off for his right-back role at AFC Bournemouth, from Lee Bradbury through to Juanlu Sanchez.

27.09.26Opinion

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Changing social circles, learning, and philosophy - Helen Bleazard on a year of 'the best job in the world'

Helen Bleazard has been in her role as Cherries women's boss on a permanent basis for just over a year. After thumping Southampton PGA at Vitality Stadium, Bleazard spoke to Cherries On Top about the transition from player to manager.

29.09.26Features

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Bleazard’s winning Cherries ‘building’ after summer overhaul

Boss Helen Bleazard and striker Jenna Markham reflect on Cherries' women winning their opening three league games of the season, after a transition summer saw 10 new arrivals.

01.09.26Features

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All change for AFC Bournemouth women ahead of 2026-27 opener

AFC Bournemouth women have been drastically transformed this summer - Cherries On Top brings you up to date ahead of the new campaign.

11.08.26Opinion

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Past, present and future: Inside Cherries’ historic academy win over Chelsea

Among the 1,388 in attendance to see Cherries start life in Premier League 2 with a victory over Chelsea at Wimborne Town were a host of the club's former players and managers, as well as current first-team head coach Marco Rose. Development squad boss Alan Connell reflects on a special night for the club's academy.

25.08.26Features

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AFC Bournemouth vs Lincoln City redux: When Cherries raised the roof in Cardiff

AFC Bournemouth take on Lincoln City in the Carabao Cup this evening - provoking strong memories of one the club's finest results, a thumping 5-2 win at the Millennium Stadium to secure third tier football.

08.09.26History

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Tactical throwback: How Cherries managed to find first win over Manchester CityTactical throwback: How Cherries managed to find first win over Manchester City

Cherries' Premier League season starts with a trip to the Etihad. Bournemouth have never beaten Manchester City away from home - but two years ago, they had never beaten City at all. Cherries On Top takes a look back at how they managed it in November 2024.

21.08.26History

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Quiz: How well do you know Cherries' record on the opening day?

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Cherries' eye-opening record on the first day of the season

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Tom Crocker: My Cherries history

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Cherry picked: Jack Tanner's favourite ever Cherries match

Cherries On Top launches in-depth AFC Bournemouth coverage

We are live! Cherries On Top has launched to bring you a new perspective on AFC Bournemouth from familiar faces Tom Crocker and Jack Tanner. Read more about our plans and how you can support this project.

11.08.26News

In All Departments - Cherries On Top AFC Bournemouth newsletter launches

Cherries On Top's newsletter - In All Departments - has launched. Every Friday at 1pm receive the latest updates from Cherries across all departments, even if you're not a Cherries On Top subscriber.

14.08.26News