Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth Podcast

In a dramatic night on the South Coast, Andoni Iraola’s side executed a disciplined, fearless game plan and were rewarded with a last-gasp winner that stunned Arne Slot’s Liverpool. From defensive organisation to relentless intensity out of possession, Bournemouth nullified one of the league’s most dangerous sides and struck when it mattered most. In this video, we break down: • How Bournemouth di...

Amid Bournemouth’s growing injury crisis, Liverpool arrive on the South Coast for what promises to be a serious test for Andoni Iraola’s side. Arne Slot’s Liverpool, much like Bournemouth, burst out of the blocks earlier in the season. However, a high summer turnover of players soon caught up with them, leading to a drop-off in form that saw their grip on the Premier League title slip away. Bourne...

Everyone wants to recruit like Brighton - smart data-led signings, huge resale value, and a clear long-term plan. AFC Bournemouth are looking to replicate their model, but how far off are they? In this video, we break down Bournemouth’s ambition to follow the Brighton recruitment model, but given our the evidence that high player turnover seems to result in a culture of impermanence and uncertaint...

At long last, Eddie Howe finally got one over Andoni Iraola on Saturday, in an absorbing clash at St James' Park which saw Newcastle United progress in the FA Cup. All things considered, Bournemouth were brilliant and brave, and but for a few individual lapses could have saw us advance to the Fourth Round, but the Magpies recently have a steeliness which is seeing them get over the line, regardles...

AFC Bournemouth's recent record against Newcastle United has been remarkable, not losing in six games - some Mags even think the sequence of results is even conspiratorial! However the recent form of Eddie Howe's side has improved recently, rising to sixth in the Premier League, and with a keenness to ensure his side retain their momentum, the former Cherries gaffa will be wanting to end the Geord...

Bournemouth downed Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday night in a dramatic 3-2 win which saw Antoine Semenyo score in the dying minutes to secure Cherries a vital win, simultaneously giving the fans a parting gift ahead of his now-confirmed move to Manchester City. Sam and Tom go over the ninety minutes against Spurs before discussing why Antoine was such a success at Bournemouth, as well as pondering...

After Saturday's loss to Arsenal, Cherries are back under the lights against Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday night - a team who we feel are "gettable". Despite Bournemouth's terrible run, recent games have been better, however a spanner has recently been thrown into the works with the announcement of ANOTHER injury! Justin Kluivert's omission is bad timing for a side which is already threadbare, an...

On Saturday, AFC Bournemouth gave the champions elect Arsenal a bit of a scare on a freezing cold night at Dean Court - in a game which saw Cherries take the lead, lose control, concede three, but then give them a scare with a Kroupi wonderstrike. Alas, despite a last minute flurry, truncated by a referee keen to get back into the warm - it wasn’t to be for the Chez - with midfield maestro Declan...

Antoine Semenyo is set to be involved against Arsenal in a week-long Vitality Stadium swan-song, with Bournemouth's boss Andoni Iraola suggesting that the departing star will be utilised in Cherries next TWO games against the Gunners and Spurs. With Manchester City anticipating his arrival at the Etihad, the challenge will have been set by Pep Guardiola for Antoine to cause carnage on the South Co...

It felt like Bournemouth were BACK on Tuesday night with an improved performance against an under-par Chelsea. After Cherries' dismal showing at Brentford, fans were concerned about a potentially difficult fixture against Chelsea... However, with two more injuries coming to the fore by the way of Cook and Christie - players rallied and delivered another siege mentality performance, especially defe...

"Together - Anything Is Possible" - but ARE we together? On Saturday, Bournemouth were TROUNCED by Brentford 4-1 at the GTech Community Stadium in a showing which raises the same old questions amongst Cherries fans. Sam and Tom dissect the abysmal performance before contemplating the bigger picture - a club that are seeking togetherness whilst deploying transfer policy that creates an environment...

The key for AFC Bournemouth is to try and break the cycle of success resulting in squad decimation. But how do we do that? Antoine Semenyo's departure, a potential Marcos Senesi exit, mixed with the questions over Andoni Iraola's future - is causing a perceived uncertainty at Vitality Stadium, which is being seemingly being reflected in some team performances. Being in a rut tends to make fans scr...

This weekend sees the return of Super Scotty Parker, as Burnley visit Dean Court in a crunch game for both sides. Bournemouth haven’t won in 7 games, whereas Burnley have LOST their last 7. This could be tasty! Sam and Tom are at the Queens Park Hotel to look forward to the big game and ponder just what reception our former manager might get... Thank you to everyone who has contributed to all our...

Bournemouth have a clear policy of signing young talent, giving them Premier League experience, and profiting from their departure. Whilst this formula is admirable, it leads to high personnel turnover, an ever-changing and uncertain squad dynamic, the constant need to retrain new recruits, and it puts pressure on recruitment to get the right players in. With Marcos Senesi being the latest player...

They say things come in threes, so with Bournemouth making the trip to Old Trafford in December for the third season on the trot, are Cherries fans expecting to witness ANOTHER humiliation for the Red Devils? The last couple of 3-0 scorelines at Old Trafford came at a time where Manchester United were finding their identity. Now under Ruben Amorim, we're yet to be convinced that they've totally fo...

Saturday saw Bournemouth stop the rot with an impressive point against Chelsea - a result which emphasised how important Andoni Iraola is. The Basque boss tinkered with the personnel, played players in unfamiliar positions, and rejuvenated a side which looked idealess and bereft in the week. Sam and Tom discuss his importance, and ponder whether his future will be at Dean Court, or beyond... Thank...

After a midweek to forget for both Bournemouth AND Chelsea, both sides will want a reaction as they meet on Saturday at Vitality Stadium. Whilst *some* familiar faces will be returning for the Cherries, Tyler Adams is out, Lewis Cook is still suspended, and Ryan Christie crocked - so what WILL be do with our midfield? Tom has the answer... Sam and Tom are at the Queens Park to preview Saturday's h...

On Tuesday, Bournemouth went into the Everton game with suspensions, injuries and a whole lot of poor form. Cherries fans thought an Everton side - which had just been smashed at home to Newcastle - might be the perfect tonic, alas, it was anything but... Sam and Tom are at the Queens Park Hotel to uncover FIVE concerns about Bournemouth's terrible run of results. Visit at 482 Holdenhurst Rd, Bour...

Everton's record at Vitality Stadium is historically poor, but the Toffees need a reaction just as much as Bournemouth do - and with some unpredictable results recently for both sides, Tuesday night's clash on the South Coast might be the candid reality check which will give fans an idea on where this season is (or isn't) heading. Sam and Tom are at the Queens Park to preview Tuesday BIG game! The...

Sunderland's success this season has STUNNED Premier League football fans. After a last gasp play-off semi finals win against Coventry, and a late victory against Sheffield United in the final, many assumed that their top flight campaign might be similarly turbulent and testing - but NO-ONE expected them to take the division by storm! As Bournemouth face Regis Le Bris's men this weekend, Sam and T...

Nuno's half time substitutions changed West Ham United's trajectory on Saturday, going from a team that was calm and clinical, to one which looked scared and submissive - enabling Iraola's Bournemouth to negate their two goal deficit with relative ease. And the truth is, the Hammers were lucky to emerge with so much as a point, as the second 45 turned out to be one of the most one-sided halves of...

Bournemouth and West Ham have had two very different starts to the season, but in November at least, the tables have turned - with Nuno's side winning two in a row, whilst Iraola's Cherries have two L's to their name. Semenyo could be sidelined, and Callum Wilson could make his first playing return to Dean Court for a crunch clash - a game which Bournemouth haven't won in the last EIGHT attempts!...

In Part 2 of our candid chat with Jeff Mostyn, the former chairman reveals how a humiliating FA Cup exit at the hands of Blyth Spartans was a sliding doors moment that perversely paved the way for AFC Bournemouth's future success. The Chairman: The Man Who Saved AFC Bournemouth is out on October 30th: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Chairman-Jeffrey-Mostyn/dp/1916797946 Thank you to everyone who has cont...

With AFC Bournemouth having no money and no hope, Mancunian businessman Jeff Mostyn was invited down to Dean Court by then-manager Kevin Bond for a chat which changed the future of the club forever. In Part 1 of an extended chat with the former Chairman, Sam and Tom discuss Jeff's "lunacy" in taking on a poisoned chalice, exploring the multiple challenges that he faced along the way. The Chairman:...

Bournemouth's second Premier League loss in a row on Sunday saw Andoni Iraola's men ripped apart by Aston Villa, with Unai Emery's side putting in a stunning 4-0 showing - a performance which emphasised the Villains' quality whilst underlining areas where Cherries are potentially still not learning. Sam and Tom dissect a WILD 90 minutes in the Midlands, one which had a number of sliding doors mome...