AFC Bournemouth Overview

Fernandes hints he 'DOESN'T CARE' about Man Utd anymore after Carrick benching

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has sparked controversy by suggesting he may no longer care about the club's current plight under Michael Carrick. The Portuguese playmaker was a high-profile omission from the starting lineup during the Red Devils' humiliating defeat to Bournemouth, leading to a cryptic social media reaction.

'What are you doing?' - Neville fumes at Heaven for '1984' tackle in Bournemouth disaster

Gary Neville has severely criticised Manchester United defender Ayden Heaven for a reckless two-footed challenge during their damaging Premier League defeat to Bournemouth. The shocking tackle set the tone for a dismal afternoon, leaving manager Michael Carrick fighting to save his job as United hover above the relegation zone.

AFC Bournemouth v AC Milan - UEFA Europa League 2026/27 League Phase MD3

Amorim reveals Maignan talks after Bournemouth red card

AC Milan head coach Ruben Amorim has opened up about his private discussions with Mike Maignan following the goalkeeper's dismissal during a disappointing European night. The Rossoneri boss is currently navigating a difficult period at San Siro, balancing a growing injury list with the need to maintain their unbeaten domestic record.

Carrick denies farewell but casts doubt on future

Michael Carrick has strongly denied that his post-match lap of Old Trafford was an emotional farewell to Manchester United supporters, but the under-fire manager openly admitted that he is entirely unsure about his long-term future at the club following a humiliating 3-0 home defeat by Bournemouth that extended their dismal winless run across all competitions to eight matches.

Manchester United v AFC Bournemouth - Premier League 2026/27

Maguire: Man Utd 'nowhere near good enough'

Harry Maguire has issued a scathing assessment of Manchester United's current standards, demanding his team-mates take individual responsibility for a disastrous run of form following a humiliating 3-0 home defeat to Bournemouth. The defender did not hold back after the Red Devils were dismantled at Old Trafford, admitting the club is currently miles away from where it needs to be.

Man Utd player ratings: Heaven and Yoro errors gift Bournemouth emphatic win

Manchester United's season hit a new nadir at Old Trafford as they were comprehensively dismantled 3-0 by a clinical AFC Bournemouth side.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
11	Everton	8	2	4	2	8	9	-1	10	L L D W D
12	Ipswich Town	8	3	1	4	12	16	-4	10	D L W L W
13	AFC Bournemouth	8	2	3	3	12	13	-1	9	W W L L D
14	Tottenham Hotspur	8	2	3	3	8	10	-2	9	W W D L D
15	Fulham	8	2	2	4	8	10	-2	8	W W L D D

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

Everton

-1

L
L
D
W
D

Ipswich Town

-4

D
L
W
L
W

AFC Bournemouth

-1

W
W
L
L
D

Tottenham Hotspur

-2

W
W
D
L
D

Fulham

-2

W
W
L
D
D

Frequently asked questions

When were Bournemouth founded?

Bournemouth were formed from the remains of a local club called Boscombe St. John's Institute Football Club and was renamed to Boscombe F.C. in 1899. More than 20 years later, the club changed its name to Bournemouth and Boscombe Athletic Football Club, before renaming themselves to AFC Bournemouth in 1971. Fun fact: the 'AFC' in AFC Bournemouth is not an abbreviation, it's just a part of the name.

Who are the owners of Bournemouth?

American businessman Bill Foley, in a partnership with Cannae Holdings Inc, completed the total takeover of Bournemouth in December 2022. Hollywood actor Michael B. Jordan and Kosmos Founder Nullah Sarker lead the minority ownership group.

What is Bournemouth's stadium called?

Bournemouth's stadium is the Dean Court, commonly known as Vitality Stadium for sponsorship reasons. Bournemouth have been playing their games at this venue since December 1910.

What is Vitality Stadium's capacity?

Vitality Stadium has a capacity of 11,307, making it the second-smallest ground in Premier League history in terms of capacity, behind Luton Town's Kenilworth Road.

How many trophies have Bournemouth won?

Bournemouth have not won a single major trophy yet.

How many Premier League (top flight) titles have Bournemouth won?

Bournemouth have not won any Premier League / first division titles throughout their history. However, they bagged 48 points in the 2023-24 campaign, their best-ever tally.

Who has made the most appearances for Bournemouth?

Cherries legend Steve Fletcher, who spent 19 years of his 24-year playing career at Bournemouth, is the club's record-appearance maker. Fletcher, a forward by trade, made 728 appearances for the club and scored 121 goals.

Who is Bournemouth's all-time top goalscorer?

Ron Eyre scored 229 goals in 378 games for Bournemouth between 1924 and 1933, making him the club's all-time top scorer.

Which famous players have played for Bournemouth?

Dominic Solanke, Aaron Ramsdale, Callum Wilson, Nathan Ake, Jermain Defoe, Eddie Howe, and Gavin Peacock are some of the most famous players to have played for Bournemouth. The club even managed to sign George Best at one point!

Which famous managers have been in charge of Bournemouth?

Harry Redknapp, Sean O'Driscoll, and Eddie Howe are among Bournemouth's most prominent managers ever.

What is Bournemouth's nickname?

Bournemouth are nicknamed The Cherries. While there's some debate regarding the origins of the nickname, it is widely believed that it is based on the cherry-red striped jerseys that the team plays in. Secondly, it is also believed that the nickname is derived from the cherry orchards in the Cooper-Dean Estate, located right next to Dean Court.