… Sociedad were much improved after the break, got one back through Sergio Gomez and pushed hard for an equaliser late on, but Marco Rose’s side held on for victory to begin their Europa League campaign. …
… Rose from Accra offered a different perspective, advising young people to take opportunities abroad but return home with the skills and resources they gain. …
… Scott is currently with the squad at the club’s pre-season training camp in Austria under new manager Marco Rose as preparations continue for the upcoming campaign. …
… Scott and Kroupi are with the squad for new manager Marco Rose’s pre-season training camp in Austria, with Rayan due back at a later date having played for Brazil at the World Cup. …
… Manchester City begin life without Pep Guardiola at home to Bournemouth on Sunday, 23 August, who also start the campaign with a new manager in Marco Rose. …
Bournemouth claimed a famous win at Real Sociedad in their first European match, with goals from Justin Kluivert and Rayan securing a 2–1 victory in their Europa League campaign opener.
Bournemouth claimed a famous win at Real Sociedad in their first European match, with goals from Justin Kluivert and Rayan securing a 2–1 victory in their Europa League campaign opener.
A debate on Joy FM's Super Morning Show explored whether Ghanaians should remain in the country to pursue opportunities or travel abroad. Ghana Tourism Authority Deputy Chief Executive Officer Gilbert Abeiku Aggrey Santana argued that Ghana still has significant opportunities, while listeners raised concerns about limited access to capital and jobs making it difficult for young people to stay.
Bournemouth are finalising an £11.1m move for Sevilla right-back Juanlu, 22, on a long-term contract, marking the club's third summer signing under new manager Marco Rose. The fee comprises an initial £9.4m with £1.7m in add-ons.
Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott has rejected a new contract offer, with several Premier League clubs including Arsenal, Manchester United, Tottenham, Manchester City and Chelsea monitoring his situation. Bournemouth say Scott remains not for sale despite the England Under-21 international's two years remaining on his current deal.
Bournemouth have rejected a £64m offer from Chelsea for midfielder Alex Scott and told the Blues no further approaches would be welcomed, insisting they intend to keep the 22-year-old star player despite his rejection of a new contract offer.
Bruno Mars began his first of six nights at Wembley Stadium with an unexpected slow R&B ballad opening, "Risk It All" from his latest album The Romantic, before moving into funk, Latin and pop-influenced songs for a 75,000-strong crowd.
Newly promoted Coventry City will travel to champions Arsenal on Friday, 21 August in the opening match of the 2026-27 Premier League season, marking the Sky Blues' first top-flight match in 25 years.
Liverpool have appointed Andoni Iraola as head coach on a two-year contract following Arne Slot's departure. The former Bournemouth manager, 43, takes over after the Reds finished the Premier League season with 60 points and qualified for next season's Champions League.
Andoni Iraola has left Bournemouth after three years in charge, with the club finishing sixth in the Premier League to qualify for the Europa League. Iraola took over when Bournemouth were 15th in 2022-23 and elevated them to a club record 57 points, though they fell short of Champions League qualification.
Bournemouth defeated Crystal Palace to reach sixth place in the Premier League with 52 points, extending their unbeaten run to 15 games and boosting hopes of qualifying for Europe for the first time. Palace, fielding a much-changed line-up after Thursday's Conference League semi-final, played poorly and remain 15th in the table.