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Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastCan Bournemouth Bin Aston Villa Off?Since the Birmingham bin strikes started earlier this year, Aston Villa have been far from garbage, reaching a Champions League Quarter Final as well as an FA Cup semi, and whilst fans are possibly be disappointed that they didn't progress in those competitions, all eyes are now on the league, and with the Villains sat in a precarious seventh place, most of their fans are calling their match with Bournemouth a "must win" game!
Cherries have their own European ambitions this season, and FA Cup final result aside, it is seemingly in their own hands, so with...2025-05-0835 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastHow Bournemouth OUT-SET-PIECED ArsenalArsenal's mastery at the set-piece was thrown back in their faces on Saturday in North London as Bournemouth scored two goals straight from the training ground, ensuring that Iraola's men emerged with three points.
Ten days ago Cherries fans agreed that just four points would be an excellent return from Manchester United and the Gunners, and whilst it turns out that Boscombe got that, it didn't happen the way we thought we would.
Sam and Tom review a match from which ensured Andoni's men secured a massive three points, and a first ever DOUBLE over...2025-05-0552 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastIs Bournemouth An Inconvenient Fixture for Arsenal?After Arsenal's chances of not winning the title were rubber stamped last weekend, a defeat at home to PSG in the Champions League has left them with a lot to do in Paris. With second place as good as confirmed, and little left to fight for in the league, fans are wondering if Arteta might hold back his first choice players on Saturday ahead of Bournemouth's visit.
Both teams are going to be angry, with the visitors also having a disappointing last match-week, dropping points to Manchester United late into the game, and with Bournemouth's European dream...2025-05-0234 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastManchester United Are UNDERDOGS Against Bournemouth. Let That Sink In.Not so long ago, Bourrnemouth fans would be giddy at the thought of facing Manchester United, but having scored 8 again them in our last three games, now we are salivating for completely different reasons.Whilst Cherries have been enjoying a record-breaking season, in the background, a once great football club has lost it's identity, slipping off to 14th in the Premier League - but with Ruben Amorim in charge, the Red Devils DO feel like they are going somewhere. His job though is huge, as changing the culture of entitlement both on and off...2025-04-2437 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastAnalysing Run-Ins Of The Conference League HopefulsBournemouth's Monday night victory against Fulham came just at the right time for Andoni Iraola.After a period of poor results, he masterminded a 1-0 win over the Cottagers where he home side's performance was impactful, resilient, and resourceful - and as a result of getting the three points, Cherries have elevated themselves to eighth in the Premier League.The victory ensures that European hopes remain for Bournemouth's fans, but it has also coincided with some rumours which suggesting that owner Bill Foley is trying to tie-down the services...2025-04-1732 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastIs Bournemouth's Win Against Fulham a Game Changer?Bournemouth's Monday night victory against Fulham came just at the right time for Andoni Iraola.After a period of poor results, he masterminded a 1-0 win over the Cottagers where he home side's performance was impactful, resilient, and resourceful - and as a result of getting the three points, Cherries have elevated themselves to eighth in the Premier League.The victory ensures that European hopes remain for Bournemouth's fans, but it has also coincided with some rumours which suggesting that owner Bill Foley is trying to tie-down the services...2025-04-1544 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastWhy AFC Bournemouth's Clash With Fulham *Feels* Massive...Andoni Iraola and Marco Silva are having contrasting fortunes recently, but both are still looking at the possibility of European qualification for their respective sides, and the upcoming match in front of the cameras between the Cherries and the Cottagers *feels* like it could be pivotal.At the same time, both managers have been inexorably linked with the Tottenham Hotspur top job, and with Daniel Levy's patience wearing thin with current Spurs gaffer Ange Postecoglu, the two head coaches that lock horns on Monday night will undoubtedly have more scrutiny cast upon them from...2025-04-1134 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastBournemouth's Point At West Ham Keeps Europe AliveAfter 31 games, AFC Bournemouth are TENTH in the Premier League, and recent form suggests that the chance of European football is ebbing away. A draw at West Ham on Saturday kept us in the mix, but with some difficult games ahead, can it be achieved? And who else will be in the mix?It was Cherries' Brazilian striker Evanilson who excelled again at the weekend, scoring his sixth goal in six games as Bournemouth both took the lead then came from behind to claim a point in an absorbing encounter at the London Stadium...2025-04-0841 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastBournemouth's Selection Woes Ahead Of West Ham ClashOn Saturday, Bournemouth travel to the London Stadium in need of points as they look to arrest their decline in the Premier League.The Cherries' form has been poor of late, however they face Graham Potter's West Ham United - a side who have similar issues - and whose current form is worse than our own.For Andoni Iraola, the unneeded news of Justin Kluivert's potential absence has thrown a spanner in the works, and with Ryan Christie also out, it will likely be up to star-boy Alex Scott...2025-04-0426 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastWhy Are AFC Bournemouth In Such A Slump Right Now?On Wednesday, Bournemouth lost again to a well drilled and well disciplined Ipswich Town. The away side showed will and desire, spearheaded by their talismanic number 19 Liam Delap - but Bournemouth didn’t exactly help themselves, so with our Premier League points trajectory dropping like a stone, there are some questions we need to ask about how we have got to where we are...Sam and Tom are at the Queens Park Hotel to discuss the fallout. Visit the QP at 482 Holdenhurst Rd, Bournemouth, BH8 9AR. Check out their Facebook page at: https://www.fa...2025-04-0441 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastHow Bournemouth's Exit To Manchester City Underlined Some HARSH RealitiesCherries' Quarter Final FA Cup exit on Sunday felty like a microcosm of the season so far - an explosive start followed by a troubling second half. In reality, Bournemouth's recent "dip" has only been a few games, however, with relatively few options on the bench, the side has visibly looked leggy and drained recently. So, why is this?The fatigue is perhaps understandable. In January we were playing with very few senior players, putting in shifts to accrue unlikely points in some crunch clashes, but whilst we achieved in adversity, there is a...2025-03-3138 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastCan Bournemouth Make History Against Manchester City?Andoni Iraola was at AFC Bournemouth's brand new Performance Centre on Friday, looking forward to a HUGE FA Cup clash against Pep Guardiola's Manchester City, knowing that a victory could get Bournemouth back to Wembley in the cup for the first time since 1998.Sam and Tom at the QP to preview Sunday's epic encounter which will see the Citizens desperate to rescue an underwhelming season by getting one over the Cherries once again, but Boscombe will be buoyant after their league victory against Pep's side, so can the home side create history and reach...2025-03-2931 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastBournemouth Have Stalled. Calm or Concerned?Bournemouth's defeat at home to Brentford on Saturday saw Thomas Frank's side fully control the narrative. Whilst Iraola's side have often been the architects of their own demise recently, this time, the Bees were excellent at manipulating the outcome.As a result, they are currently three points behind Iraola’s side in the table, and after their 2-1 win at Dean Court, the race for Europe is hotting up.Cherries form has dipped, but why? And how do put it right? Are players burnt out? Have we been found ou...2025-03-1756 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastBournemouth vs Brentford: Our BIGGEST Match of the Season?On Saturday, Cherries will be desperate for three points against the Bees, alas, there’s an issue with that, because we have NEVER beaten them in the Premier League! AFC Bournemouth have entered the final ten, and with Cherries sitting ninth in a congested top half of the table, a win could put us sixth.There are a number of reasons why this game is important, including European impetus and FA Cup momentum. However also, the necessity to recover the "lost points" at Spurs, twinned with the need to get the "monkey off our ba...2025-03-1429 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastWhat HAS Andoni Iraola Done To Bournemouth Fans?!A point gained? Or two points dropped? Thanks to Andoni Iraola, Bournemouth fans sense the latter. On Sunday, Cherries travelled to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to face the Lilywhites in buoyant mood thanks to the levels of expectation set by our Basque boss.Whilst Bournemouth's Premier League form has been shaky of late, there still remain great expectations for this season, and the pre-match chatter amongst Boscombe fans suggested that this match-up in North London would be pivotal to that.Whilst game ended with a "creditable" 2-2, Cherries fans...2025-03-1054 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastSpurs & Bournemouth Handled Their Injury Setbacks VERY DifferentlyThis season, Spurs and the Cherries have been the same, but different. Both sides have been plagued with debilitating injury woes which have caused calamity in the dressing room, but whilst one of sides is on the cusp of Europe, the other is languishing in the bottom half of the table. One manager has decided to embrace the challenge, whereas the other has used it as a reason for their recent failings.With 11 games to go there are just ten points between Spurs and Bournemouth, and the game at the beautiful Tottenham Hotspur stadium...2025-03-0731 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastReliving The DRAMA! How Bournemouth Beat Weary Wolves!On Saturday, AFC Bournemouth’s penalty prowess ensured that Cherries progressed to the Quarter Finals of the FA Cup, only to then be drawn against the favourites in the Quarter Finals. Alas, Manchester City ARE beatable, so what chances do Andoni Iraola's side have, especially given the key absences?Sam and Tom return with a Second Look to cover a dramatic day at Dean Court where Wolverhampton Wanderers were put to the sword via penalties. We discuss...◾ A comeback goal for Eva◾ The VAR & semi-automated offside controversy◾...2025-03-0458 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastJordan & Willo: Bournemouth's Run-In - Wembley & Wolfsburg?Despite Cherries registering two consecutive losses in the Premier League, they still sit in a European spot, just three points behind the Champions League places.Sam and Jeff are on Brighton seafront to chat to BBC Radio Solent's commentary team Jordan Clark and John Williams, talking about the season so far, reminiscing over some of our BIG moments. Plus, given Bournemouth's personnel crisis, we ponder the fact that many Cherries fans would be "underwhelmed" if European football was not achieved. So, with eleven games to go... what's realistic?2025-02-2846 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastHow Silencing Mitoma Is KEY To Bournemouth's Brighton GameplanKaoru Mitoma likes playing against Bournemouth, and on Tuesday night we travel to Falmer with the aim of keeping the Japanese star quiet. Whilst Brighton have a number of stars that can cause mischief, it's the Seagulls' number 22 that has often been the thorn in Cherries' side recently, so can a Zabarnyi-less Boscombe prevent the in-form striker from influencing the game?Sam and Tom discuss the next game, which is being dubbed a "European Six Pointer"...Thank you to everyone who has contributed to all our platforms. If you’re...2025-02-2431 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastSomething's HAPPENING At Wolves (And Bournemouth Fans Know It)On Saturday Andoni Iraola's Cherries face Wolverhampton Wanderers at home in the Premier League, in the first of two consecutive matches against Vítor Pereira's men.By looking at the the league table, the form table, the baseline tracker, everything should indicate that this should be fairly routine for Boscombe, but football is NOT played on paper, and looking at Wolves’s last performance in the PL, we actually could have a fair few things to worry about.Sam and Tom are the QP to discuss what we think wil...2025-02-2031 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastAre We UNHINGED For Thinking Bournemouth Could Make the Champions League?Bournemouth's 3-1 win over south coast rivals Southampton propelled Andoni Iraola's side up to fifth in the Premier League, sparking conversation amongst fans that making the grade for Europe's elite tournament could actually be a possibility.Whilst fans gleefully chanted "Champions League awaits for me", we're now at a point where we're questioning whether the song we're singing is just another piece of terrace rhetoric, or whether it it is actually not such a left-field claim as it might sound.The performance at St Mary's saw Boscombe effectively put...2025-02-1751 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastSouthampton vs Bournemouth - How Iraola Turned The South Coast Upside DownWhilst Cherries fans will be singing "mind the gap", Andoni Iraola will be telling his players to "be careful" of the gap - with Bournemouth's trip to relegation-threatened Leicester earlier this season being the prime example that league positions should be treated with a pinch of salt.We know that both statistics and recent history indicates that Bournemouth should wipe the floor with our Hampshire neighbours on Saturday, but the local South coast showdown always provides some extra spice - and it doesn't always go true to form. Whilst Southampton will feel like their...2025-02-1334 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastBournemouth's GREAT Goodison GoodbyeBournemouth's win at Everton on Saturday, twinned with drawing Wolves at home in the fifth round, has made fans believe that FA Cup glory could be around the corner. But what chance have the Cherries SERIOUSLY got?Sam and Tom are at the QP to review the game, plus we gauged the reactions of Cherries AND Wolves fans ahead of the two meetings we'll have against Vítor Pereira's men - on two consecutive weekends.We gauged the reactions of both Cherries AND Wolves fans, discussed the odds, and t...2025-02-1237 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastEverton vs Bournemouth - Is Cup Run THAT Important?After smashing the Baggies 5-1, Bournemouth travel to Merseyside for the very last time on Saturday, as they face Everton in the 4th Round of the FA Cup.Cherries fans have travelled to Goodison Park twice previously wondering if it’d be the last time we see the Great Old Lady - but with the new stadium at Bramley Moore Dock DEFINITELY ready for the start of the 2025/26 season season, this WILL be the last time we go there - so can we make it as memorable as the last visit?...2025-02-0730 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastHow Liverpool's Title Charge Was Nudged Along At BournemouthDarren England's refereeing return played out in inevitable fashion on Saturday in a tasty tussle between two of the Premier League's form sides. With Bournemouth on a record unbeaten run, Cherries fans were buoyant ahead of Liverpool's arrival - but despite a busy opening for the home side, the tone was set on 28 minutes, when Arne Slot's side were awarded a spot kick after a Cody Gakpo fall.Debates rage on amongst Cherries fans about this and a number of decisions made by the ref throughout the game, who bafflingly kept his job as...2025-02-0352 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastAre Little Old Bournemouth PANICKING Liverpool?Andoni Iraola and Arne Slot locking horns on Saturday is arguably THE most important match of the weekend, and judging by Liverpool's selection again PSV in the week, one might suggest that THIS the match they are worried about...Bournemouth are in sparkling form at the moment - on an unbeaten run which is a club record, but so are our opponents Liverpool. The Red half of Merseyside are cruising in the cups, and loving the league - but most fans of our opposition at the weekend sense that this match against the Cherries...2025-01-3132 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastAFC Bournemouth Are Causing CARNAGE in the Premier LeagueWe’re running out of superlatives at the moment. We’re running out of words. Every week, AFC Bournemouth fans are being surprised by what Andoni Iraola and his side are producing, but it’s now happening with such regularity that - maybe we shouldn’t be surprised after all?This weekend’s delicacy was a rampant win against high flying Nottingham Forest, and in this Second Look, Sam and Tom pour over a match which saw Cherries notch FIVE against one of the meanest defences in the league.Thank you...2025-01-2753 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastBournemouth & Forest: ACTUALLY Champions League Contenders?!On Saturday, Andoni's AFC Bournemouth face Nuno's Nottingham Forest in a clash which feels like it has got a lot riding on it.Many people had Forest down as relegation fodder before the season, but now, with only 16 games of the campaign to go, fans of the Tricky Trees are sauntering into work whistling the Champions League theme tune.What have Forest done? How have they done it? And WHERE could it take them?Sam and Tom are at the Queens Park to discuss...2025-01-2334 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastBournemouth's Eu-FOUR-ia At NewcastleOn Saturday, AFC Bournemouth fans made the LONGEST trip of the Premier League to face Newcastle at St James Park. Andoni Iraola's Cherries hammered the Magpies in a phenomenal performance which saw them score FOUR, three of them coming from Justin Kluivert - his second hattrick of the season.We know the Cherries have had some big results in their recent history, but is that the best of the lot? We think it is, given the context of having the bare bones of a squad, with kids on the bench and Daniel Jebbison being...2025-01-201h 04
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastSome Newcastle Fans Probably Feel A Bit Silly Right NowFormer AFC Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe had a shaky start to the season, and some Magpies fans were questioning his future, but with NINE wins in a row, one foot in the Carabao Cup final, and sitting pretty in the Premier League table - it's fair to say that Tyneside is now United behind Eddie and co.With Bournemouth awaiting this weekend, they can make it ten in all competitions, and they'll fancy their chances with the current state of Andoni Iraola's squad. Bournemouth are THREADBARE, and with James Hill being the latest casualty...2025-01-1728 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastChelsea See Red. Should Bournemouth Have?Chelsea's dramatic draw with AFC Bournemouth on Tuesday was littered with contentious issues, leaving fans from BOTH sets of fanbases flabbergasted by actions, of lack of, by referee Rob Jones.David Brooks's coming together with Marc Cucurella left Blues fans reeling, but at the other end, the build up to the late equaliser sparked a debate about a rule that NO-ONE seems to know, not least the officials.Sam and Tom discuss the game at the QP! Visit the Queens Park at 482 Holdenhurst Rd, Bournemouth, BH8 9AR. Check out...2025-01-1633 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastBournemouth Have A Point To Prove Against ChelseaOn Tuesday night, AFC Bournemouth face their second match in the space of seven days. Whilst on Saturday, Cherries soundly defeated West Brom in the FA Cup, next up for Andoni Iraola's men is a tough test against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League.But Boscombe have an injury crisis, right? So how will this play out, and what would represent a satisfactory points tally from our next four games? Sam and Tom are the Queens Park Hotel to preview the game.Visit the QP at 482 Holdenhurst...2025-01-1335 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastHow Do Billing-Less Bournemouth Line Up Against WBA?This weekend, Cherries take on manager-less but five time winners West Brom in the 3rd round at Vitality Stadium. But Cherries are DEPLETED, and Philip Billing seems to be the latest departure (albeit on loan)... so what will Iraola do? Can the FA Cup be a welcome distraction to the relentless nature of the Premier League? Sam and Tom are at the QP to preview our cup clash!Visit the QP at 482 Holdenhurst Rd, Bournemouth, BH8 9AR. Check out their Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/queensparkpub - or give them a call...2025-01-1027 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastWhy Everton Fans "ASPIRE" To Be Like BournemouthBournemouth started the New Year in style on Saturday against a terrible Toffees. A number of Cherries fans were expecting the Cherries to steamroll Sean Dyche’s side, but true to form, Everton were purposeful and pragmatic. With 11 men in blue behind the ball and seemingly little drive to go and win the game, it was always going to be a scrappy affair, with something special required to win the points, but thanks to a delightful David Books volley, three points eventually came to fruition for Andoni Iraola’s men, who remain seventh in the Premier League.2025-01-0649 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastSean Dyche Knows What Andoni Iraola HATESUnder Sean Dyche, Everton have a canny way of making it very difficult for Bournemouth. Whilst their league position is lowly, they have a habit of playing in a way that Andoni Iraola has often found hard to combat, so whilst form and history might tell you the Cherries should chew up and spit out the Toffees, the reality is that Saturday's match at Dean Court will be far from academic.This season, the Toffees OUTPLAYED Boscombe for 86 minutes, and even last season, they spanked us at their place with only an own goal...2025-01-0329 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastAndoni Iraola Is NOT Finished At AFC Bournemouth2024 was a record breaking season for AFC Bournemouth with last gasp goals, insane comebacks, securing our highest ever points tally, mad shirt sponsorships, the women’s team smashing it, beating United AGAIN, smashing Arsenal, surprising City, and a training ground nearly finished.Despite a draw with Fulham on the last calendar game of the year, Sam, Neil and Tom are the the QP with the last show of the year - fully under the impression that Andoni Iraola is not finished, and that 2025 could be even better.Visit the QP...2024-12-311h 00
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastHow Fulham, Bournemouth & Forest Are SMASHING The Premier LeagueThe class of 2022’s Championship Division are excelling in the Premier League this season, so, amid the constant claims that "the gap is getting wider”, forgive the fans of Nottingham Forest, Fulham and AFC Bournemouth for not taking too much notice of moans from fans of newly promoted clubs.As the Cherries travel to the Cottagers this season, Sam and Tom look forward to the fixture in West London, and talk about how the three journeys each club has been on since their return to the big time.Thank you...2024-12-2833 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastBournemouth Are TOP Five. Crystal Palace Are BOTTOM Five. Who Wins?Bournemouth face Crystal Palace on Boxing Day in a Christmas clash which sees sides from the top five and bottom five lock horns, but despite the perceived disparity between the the two teams in the Premier League table, there are a few things that suggests our festive fixture might not be as straightforward as Cherries fans want it to be..Sam and Tom are the Queens Park Hotel to discuss December 26th's game, which will be open from midday on matchday. Visit the QP at 482 Holdenhurst Rd, Bournemouth, BH8 9AR. They are open on...2024-12-2522 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastHow Bournemouth Gave Manchester United a Christmas STUFFING!At the weekend, Cherries became the first team to beat Man United at Old Trafford by three goals in consecutive games after another stunning 3-0 victory which propelled Andoni Iraola's side to FIFTH in the Premier League.Whilst Bournemouth fans aren't getting carried away, but passports are being renewed and the Skyscanner website is being bookmarked, with the "E" word being on the tip of the tongue for many a Cherry.Just a pipe-dream? Maybe. But whilst we are this in scintillating form, it would seem rude not to...2024-12-2559 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastCan Bournemouth Do It AGAIN Against Manchester United?The Red Devils have had over a month of new head coach Ruben Amorim, and he’s started in a very "Man Utd" way, with inconsistent showings and results he'd rather forget, but there are signs that there is something for United fans to actually be positive about...As Bournemouth travel up to Old Trafford this weekend, can Andoni Iraola make Amorim's initiation into the Premier League that little bit tougher by winning there AGAIN?Sam and Tom are at the QP for the big match preview. Visit the QP...2024-12-2236 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastBournemouth In Europe?! Is It Possible?After sixteen games, AFC Bournemouth are Europa league. Andoni Iraola's side sit in sixth in the table, two points short of Manchester City, and Cherries are in a very good place ahead of what we hope will be a very fruitful Christmas!On Monday night, we registered a draw against West Ham. We all wanted more, but on 87 minutes, it looked like we’d be getting sweet FA after VAR awarded a penalty kick to the Hammers.Alas, worry not, as our Turkish Delight Enes Unal stepped up to no...2024-12-1853 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastCould West Ham Learn From AFC Bournemouth?Are West Ham a club in crisis? The noise from within the club suggests it is, but with Julen Lopetegui's side closer to Europe than the drop, we wonder whether this is simply a storm in a teacup? Yes, the results haven't been great, and yes their league position is not what they want it to be given the money that they have spent, but, there is another argument.On Monday night, The Hammers travel to Bournemouth - a side that also had similar "issues" with their new manager in the first few months...2024-12-1534 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastWe Cannot Believe We Are Saying This...After Bournemouth shocked Ipswich with yet ANOTHER late turnaround on Sunday, Cherries fans have been revelling with being joint 7th in the league.Since Andoni Iraola arrived on the south coast he’s provided some scintillating and chaotic football, and the role of each individual is equally as disorderly. From changing specific roles to instructing players to play in positions that they’re somewhat alien from, we continue to be pleasantly surprised..Whilst we managed to get the result at Portman Road, the crazy thing is, we weren't even that...2024-12-1055 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth Podcast"We Should Be Beating Teams Like Ipswich" - Arrogance or Facts?In his own words, Andoni Iraola can never look too far ahead, refusing to set targets or speak about long term goals. Bournemouth's win against Tottenham led many a Cherry to start thinking about dreams of the top ten and maybe even Europe, but Bournemouth's Basque boss pooh-poohed any mentions of possible achievements, stating that the next game is the most important.Ipswich Town are Cherries' opponents for this one, and their record suggests it should be an away win with Bournemouth on form, and the Tractorboys winless at home.2024-12-0723 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastHow Bournemouth Tore Tottenham A New OneOn Thursday, Bournemouth THUMPED Spurs - yet was only 1-0! However it was a game where Cherries had chances galore, and it would not have flattered Iraola’s side if Boscombe had won by 3, by 4, or 5 - as the relentless pressing, the refusal to let Spurs breathe, and the constant energy - meant that Ange Postecoglu's men had few answers to the continuous pressure.Yes we all know the Spurs have got injuries, but in terms of Bournemouth's "difference makers", so have we, and with the latest omission being our star central-defender Marcos Senesi, wo...2024-12-0638 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth Podcast£65m For Solanke: Has It Been Worth It For Spurs?Spurs parted with £55m for Dom Solanke, and could part with up to £10m in add-ons, in Bournemouth's most lucrative ever transfer to date, but whilst the frontman has notched six goals for Ange Postecoglou's side, Spurs fans might have been hoping his prowess would be propelling them up the league.However Tottenham Hotspur sit just two points above Bournemouth and their form is sporadic to say the least, so, are questions being asked about his value to the North London side, or are Spurs fans realising his true worth?...2024-12-0439 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastHow Bournemouth Out-Thought Wolves - AgainBournemouth got back to winning ways on Saturday with a 4-2 win at Wolverhampton Wanderers. The performance was hectic, it was end-to-end, and at times chaotic - but one thing it possessed for Bournemouth was clinicality - and from that showing, we have learned a few things…
Is Molineux our playground?
Tyler Adams - is his perceived "absence" our strength?
Why Ryan Christie is worth his weight in gold
What is the future for Gary O'Neil?
David Brooks showing the signs we've wanted to see!
Sam and Tom are the QP to...2024-12-0249 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastBournemouth & Brighton: Making a MOCKERY Of The EstablishmentPremier League football on the South Coast is THRIVING (well...nearly), but Bournemouth and Brighton are more than holding their own in England’s top flight. Both sets of supporters have stories to tell with points deductions, financial penalties, and the threat of extinction, but both have come out the other side - can ANY other fanbases match the experiences that Cherries and Seagulls fans have been through?Win a pair of tickets to Simon Brodkin's Saturday night show at Poole Lighthouse, by leaving an emoji in the comments! After selling out 110 dates across th...2024-11-2237 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastHow Brentford EXPOSED Bournemouth's Iraola-BallAndoni Iraola's philosophy of engaging, front-foot, and often "chaotic" football was encapsulated in a harem-scarem ninety minutes at Brentford on Saturday, as Thomas Frank's side felt the force of Bournemouth's aggressive press, yet hung in the game, only to catch us cold (on more than one occasion) to win the three points in West London.Sam and Tom go back through an exhilarating game of football which provided a LOT of talking points!Thank you to everyone who has contributed to all our platforms. If you’re enjoying this sh...2024-11-1154 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastHow Bournemouth Didn't Let Manchester City EVEN BREATHE!After beating Manchester City 2-1 on Saturday, the media were justifiably talking about Andoni Iraola and the sumptuous Cherries side that he has assembled.The score-line suggests the game was closer than it was, but the Guardiola's Citizen's were SOUNDLY beaten in a showing where the home side didn't let the away team even breathe.Is he better than Eddie? Where CAN this team go? Was that the best EVER performance for AFC Bournemouth?Matt Davies and Neil Dawson join Sam at the Goods Yard to somehow...2024-11-041h 02
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastBournemouth Are SO BORED Of Manchester CityAfter winning 6 out of the last 7 titles, Manchester City are unbeaten in all 28 of their PL games in 2024, and yet again they sit at the top of the table. Cherries have not taken a single point from Man City in the top flight and indeed, it is the most one sided fixture in English Football League history. In the PL alone, the aggregate score is 45-7. It's all a bit boring.However their cup exit to Tottenham suggests they are "gettable", so with Andoni Iraola's Bournemouth riding the crest of a wave, the big...2024-10-3143 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastAre Arsenal's "Excuses" Valid OR Bournemouth Simply WIN The Game?On Saturday, Bournemouth secured a stunning 2-0 win against Arsenal in a performance which saw the home side take the game to the opposition and create the lions share of decent chances.*Some* people will say that the red card was a turning point, but Bournemouth were as good as Arsenal before Saliba's misdemeanour, so Sam & Tom sit down and give the Cherries a pat on the back… Thank you to everyone who has contributed to all our platforms. If you’re enjoying this show, you can help support us b...2024-10-2254 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastAre Arsenal GETTABLE? The ABSURD Stat Which Might Point To Bournemouth's Fate!Mikel has changed Arsenal in ways not even Arsene Wenger could. The Gunners have gone from top 4 contenders, to title contenders - and arguably, this season they could even be labelled "favourites".Ahead of their trip to Vitality Stadium on Saturday, Sam and Tom are The Court Room at the Queens Park to discuss the week at AFC Bournemouth, one which culminates in Iraola's reunion with an old friend in Arteta - in a game which has got some RIDICULOUS stats which might point to Cherries' fate.We predict...2024-10-1740 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastCan Bournemouth Heap Misery On Southampton?On Monday, Bournemouth face neighbours Southampton in clash which in pivotal for both teams. Cherries have yet to register a home win, and Saints sit deep in the relegation zone. The match at Dean Court in anticipated to be a feisty and tasty affair, not least because of the arrival of a former player...Plus, are Southampton JEALOUS of Bournemouth? Which player would they have? What are their thoughts on the dynamic between Cherries and Saints? What are the realistic expectations for the season?Mike from MatchDayVlogs joins us...2024-09-291h 00
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastAnalysing Bournemouth's First Half Flaws Against LiverpoolSaturday saw Bournemouth' returning Merseyside and like the previous encounter against Everton, the weekend's clash against Liverpool had ANOTHER 11 minutes of madness.Despite the 3-0 defeat, it wasn't all that bad for the Cherries. The result looks really flattering for Arne Slot's men, however there are plenty of positives to take, and with a couple of games ahead in which Iraola will be targeting to get points on the board - Boscombe are still in good shape.In this show, we’re going to rewatch the WHOLE of the fi...2024-09-231h 00
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastLiverpool vs AFC Bournemouth: Julian Araujo SpecialMexico international Julián Araujo arrived at AFC Bournemouth from Barcelona in the summer, and has featured in every single Cherries game this season.Keen to immerse himself in the local environment, he wasted no time in checking out what is in and around Dean Court, and amid the renovation of the Queens Park Hotel, he popped in to say hello.So we tried to convince him to get his hands dirty and paint with us.Plus, we preview the weekend's clash at Anfield. L...2024-09-2035 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastThe INSIDE Scoop On Reporting On AFC BournemouthWIN an Antoine Semenyo signed 2024/25 Cherries shirt! Plus 15 INSTANT Wins! ➼ https://footballprizes.co.uk/product/semenyo/ ✌AFC Bournemouth DOMINATED Chelsea on Saturday night, yet somehow emerged pointless - in a match which had high intensity, plenty of chances, and a record number of bookings.After the game, Jack Tanner spoke to Andoni Iraola, as he does after every home match, and in this pod - amid the dissection of our defeat to the Blues, he gives an inside scoop on the Cherries gaffa - and explains how the media land...2024-09-1655 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastHow Bournemouth Turned Merseyside Red Against EvertonFor 86 minutes, Bournemouth were dreadful, but with minutes to go, Sean Dyche made some changes which caused Andoni Iraola to smell blood. In just ten minutes Cherries overturned a two goal deficit to win one of the most dramatic turnarounds in Premier League history.The tweaks were minor, but they allowed us the exploit what Everton had on lock-down throughout most of the game.Steve Hensman joins Sam Davis and Tom Jordan to go over an extraordinary day at Goodison Park.Thank you to...2024-09-0247 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth Podcast240 - Lets All Laugh At BournemouthSaturday evening saw VAR thrust into the limelight again as Bournemouth's winner against Newcastle United at Dean Court was deemed to be handball. The media didn't see it, the Bournemouth players didn't see it, the Newcastle players didn't see it, but 100 miles away in Stockley Park, the "t***ts in suits* DID.In this brutal review, Sam, Tom and Neil tackle yet another match weekend where PGMOL, VAR and IFAB lead the top stories.Thank you to everyone who has contributed to all our platforms. If you’re enjoying th...2024-08-2753 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastExpectations & Eddie - Newcastle United PreviewBeating Bournemouth isn't for everybody, and whilst our "Special One" managed to win against the Cherries in the Carabao Cup, in the Premier League, it still hasn't happened - so will Eddie and Mad Dog's Newcastle United stop the rot on Sunday in a match where Boscombe fans will be celebrating the club's 125th anniversary?The expectations on Eddie Howe by Newcastle United fans in 2024/25 is simple - they NEED European football, and as Loaded Mags' Pete Davey suggests, without this being achieved - he fears for the Special One's position at the helm...2024-08-2445 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastPreview - Nottingham Forest vs AFC BournemouthGeorgian goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili and Brazilian forward Evanilson are putting pen to paper to give Iraola a huge boost ahead of Bournemouth's Premier League opener against Nottingham Forest.Their availability for the weekend's game in questionable, but given Cherries fans were still feeling the pain from Dom Solanke's loss this week, the new recruits, especially Porto's Champions League marksman, will be just the tonic ahead of the 2024/25 campaign.Tom and Sam give the lowdown and preview a mouthwatering clash against Nottingham Forest at the City Ground.2024-08-1657 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastAFC Bournemouth: Questions & ConcernsSky Sports' Mark McAdam is at the Queens Park to take a candid look ahead to AFC Bournemouth's eighth season in the Premier League, with many changes expected both on and off the pitch. What does the transfer situation look like? What was Saints' interest in Aarons all about? Solanke - what's the latest? When will the training ground be ready? What does Cherries' tour to the USA mean for the football club? What is the expectation this season? What did he make of England's Euro's exit? Ahead of...2024-07-2047 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastTime To Put The Passports Away?Carlton Morris scored an injury-time winner for the Hatters as they saw off Bournemouth at the death to keep their hopes of Premier League survival alive. With Manchester City around the corner, it was a must win for the Hatters - so after a fantastic but fruitless first half, and THEN going a goal behind, the reaction from the home side was nothing short of spectacular - but it was an implosion of our own undoing.Andoni usually gets a lot right, but whether forced or optional, the substitutions on the 60 minute mark changed Bournemouth's shape, and...2024-04-0848 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastJust WHY Can’t Eddie Beat Bournemouth?On the surface, Bournemouth's draw at Newcastle is a good result, but many a Cherry left St James' Park feeling frustrated after Matt Ritchie's late strike rescued the game for the hosts. On the one hand you could say a draw against the Magpies is good, but in terms of chances... Cherries fans can perhaps rightfully feel aggrieved at having only gained a point. The question is this… do Bournemouth have Eddie Howe’s number?Thank you to everyone who has contributed to all our platforms. If you’re enjoying this show, you can he...2024-02-201h 06
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastHow Fulham Found The Way To Banish BournemouthOn Saturday, Marco Silva's Fulham schooled Bournemouth in a performance which gave Cherries little room for manoeuvre. Outfought in the middle of the park and exposed on the flanks, Fulham were rigid and robust - throwing bodies on the line.Despite this, Bournemouth had 25 shots, but with the home side defending staunchly throughout, only five hit the target. It left Cherries fans leaving Craven Cottage scratching their heads at a 2024 that has started winless in the Premier League.Sam and Tigz contemplate the reasons for Boscombe's recent down-turn in form...Thank you to...2024-02-131h 05
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastHow Forest Successfully Stifled AFC BournemouthWhilst the referee stole the headlines at Sunday's clash at Dean Court, debate has been raging amongst *some* sections of Cherries fans about the disjointed nature of the clash against Nottingham Forest and whether it was a terrific tactic from Nuno's Espirito to stifle buoyant Bournemouth, or whether it was simply a cynical case of anti-football being deployed by the Tricky Trees.Bournemouth rightly went down to ten-men with Billing's departure, and truth be told, it could have been worse, with Kluivert walking a tight-rope - but a stop-start game at Dean Court was not aided by...2024-02-061h 01
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastHow Deadly Liverpool Left Bournemouth StunnedAfter the numbness of Sunday's humbling by Liverpool at a windswept Dean Court, hunting for positives from a Bournemouth point of view after being blown away so convincingly is a tough ask, but amid the pain of the 4-0 defeat, many Cherries fans are also pondering whether they have actually simply witnessed their beloved side lose to the league champions-in-waiting?In this pod, Sam and Tom go over the weekend's game, so whilst weighing up the positives and negatives from our off-the-boil performance, naturally tribute has to be paid to Jürgen's "mentality monsters" - could THIS b...2024-01-2255 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastIs The Narrative on AFC Bournemouth FINALLY Changing?In January, people questioned Gary O'Neil. In April - they lauded him. In June, the decision to replace him was "ludicrous". In September, Iraola "needed to go". Yet in December, we had people purring over us. What is going on?! Are the media starting to realise?Sam and Tom discuss all the on pitch conjecture as AFC Bournemouth went from "zeros to heroes" twice in the space of twelve months.Thank you to everyone who has contributed to all our platforms. If you’re enjoying this show, you can help support us by buying us a...2024-01-0357 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastHow Far Can Andoni Iraola's AFC Bournemouth REALLY Go This Season?AFC Bournemouth are unbeaten in seven, have registered a record equalling four wins in a row, AND have the best ever points tally at the half-way stage in the top flight - Cherries fans are in dreamland. Owner Bill Foley suggested that "Europe within five years" was a possibility, but with Iraola's boys in seemingly unstoppable form, fans are wondering whether his prophecy could come to fruition sooner than he could have ever imagined. Surely not?Sam Davis and Tom Jordan are joined by Neil Dawson to discuss...▫️ Can Bournemouth get through the transfer window unsc...2023-12-281h 03
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastIs This Bournemouth's Turning Point?To some, AFC Bournemouth first win of the season might have looked “lucky”, with Burnley having a goal “disallowed” through VAR, and then wasting a massive last-gasp chance to claim a point, all this of course, after a 42 yard wonder-goal. However scratch deeper beneath the surface, and you can see glimpses of an improved side that are working harder, adhering to Iraola’s stoic footballing philosophy, and being more brave across the pitch.On this podcast, Sam Davis and Tom Jordan delve deeper into the performance, full of praise and enthusiasm, whilst also being mindful that can we cannot...2023-10-301h 05
Cherries Red Army PodcastBournemouth want to THRIVE over just SURVIVE! | A Chat with Journalist Jacob Tanswell from The AthleticAs some of the media continue to spin their own simplistic narrative against the Cherries, we catch up with Journalist Jacob Tanswell from the Athletic to properly outline what is really going at Bournemouth and the uphill battles Andoni Iraola has in front of him as he tries his best to deliver a new vision and project for Bill Foley.You can also watch this episode on our Youtube Channel here 👉 https://youtu.be/FYg2U60CpuYJacob TanswellYou can support the Podcast at www.buymeacoffee.com/cherriesredarmyTwitter accounts:https://twi...2023-10-2646 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastAre AFC Bournemouth "Rock And Roll" Yet?With "rock and roll football" on the cards this season, Andoni Iraola's first pre-season at AFC Bournemouth has supplied fans with plenty of talking points ahead of the 2023/24 campaign - but has the football ACTUALLY changed much? Tom, Tigz & Sam return to review our domestic-friendlies which saw wins again Southampton and FC Lorient sandwiching a loss to Atalanta.Thank you to everyone who has contributed to all our platforms. If you’re enjoying this show, you can help support us by buying us a coffee at https://www.afcbpodcast.com/coffee – we really appreciate it!2023-08-0848 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastSal-ah-ha-ha-ha!It's easy to for things to feel different after a win, but with AFC Bournemouth climbing to 18th in the table over the weekend, there is a "glass half full" feeling starting to spread amongst the Cherries fanbase after Gary O'Neil's side produced the shock of the weekend to beat Liverpool 1-0 - a result which went some way towards avenging the 9-0 humiliation at Anfield earlier in the season.Even after the agony of Arsenal, some Bournemouth fans were able to see some plusses from a near-heroic performance at the Emirates, so seeing these highlights come...2023-03-131h 02
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastImproved But Inevitable!Two former Bournemouth academy prospects scored either side of half time as Nottingham Forest came away with a draw against AFC Bournemouth thanks to Sam Surridge's late leveller. It was a result that condemns Bournemouth to the relegation zone for the first time this season, and one which does little to deflect the scrutiny on manager Gary O'Neil, a manager that has picked up just one draw in seven matches.Gary O'Neil gave a debut to Dango Ouattara, and his impact was instant, with a positive first half showing which included assisting Jaidon Anthony's opener. However despite...2023-01-231h 03
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastA Toxic TerraceChants of "sacked in the morning" could be heard from some of the away contingent on Saturday night as AFC Bournemouth succumbed to a 2-0 defeat to Brentford in a performance which, whilst improved, was still far from the levels the Cherries fans expect.The contrast of Philip Billing going straight down the tunnel versus Jefferson Lerma's extended applause indicates that this is a team with a number of different objectives and ideas.Gary O'Neil defended the performance and criticised the referee in a familiar post-match routine, but despite the truth in his issues with...2023-01-161h 04
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastGary O’Neil Appointed - The Reaction!Gary O'Neil has finally been announced as Bournemouth permanent manager after an extended period of conjecture and waiting for Cherries fans. A mixture of circumstances meant that the wait for the rubber-stamping took longer than expected. Firstly, the complexities of the still unannounced takeover from Bill Foley's led consortium caused some delays, but also - AFC Bournemouth seemingly had designs on a "bigger" name, with Marcelo Bielsa top of the list. Despite the £100m takover, the hierarchy at Dean Court have opted for our caretaker boss to take the full role. Why?Amongst the Boscombe fanbase there is...2022-11-2750 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastHowe's THAT! Cherries Secure Draw At Newcastle!Alexander Isak scored his first goal at St James' Park but Newcastle remain without a win since the opening day of the Premier League season after being held by a rigid and determined Bournemouth. AFC Bournemouth fans reacted at full-time after holding Eddie Howe's Newcastle United 1-1 at St James's Park in a performance which exuded discipline and guile. Plus, Sam and Tom take an honest dissection of the weekend's fixture from the Pear at Parley. The Magpies' equaliser wasn't enough of a platform for Newcastle to claim their second win since the opening day, as Bournemouth w...2022-09-191h 12
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastThe 98 Minutes That Saw Bournemouth PromotedJubilant Cherries fans reacted at full time on the pitch, as Bournemouth defeat Nottingham Forest 1-0 thanks to a Kieffer Moore strike late on in the second half, securing promotion back to the Premier League!Also, Mark McAdam from Sky Sports News is with Tom Jordan and gives his reaction from outside Dean Court as he basks in the glory of watching AFC Bournemouth return to the Premier League, saying: "It brings back memories of 2015 and everything the football club has achieved in the last few year, as well as what they have been through and what t...2022-05-051h 00
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastWOEFUL at West Brom!Two very different performances from Boscombe sees contrasting views from AFC Bournemouth fans, who firstly react at full-time after beating Bristol City 3-2 in a scoreline which possibly flattered the opposition. Aside from a few minutes at either end of the game, Bournemouth looked sharp and strong, and whilst the Robins showed spurts of impetus, the Cherries defence and Mark Travers were up to the task, with the latter providing a crucial save when it mattered!Contrast this though with a poor poor showing in the Midlands.Sam, Tom, Jeff and Steve react in a...2022-04-051h 22
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastCherries Terrorise Terriers & Aid To UkraineCherries fans jubilantly react after AFC Bournemouth beat Huddersfield Town 3-0 at the John Smith’s Stadium thanks to goals from Jaidon Anthony, Jefferson Lerma and Dominic Solanke.Also, a chat with four Cherries fans who will be driving to Poland to deliver aid for the Ukrainian refugees. The quartet are working with the charity "Help from Bournemouth to Ukraine", and amongst them is former Cherries defender and assistant manager - now AFC Bournemouth summariser for BBC Radio Solent - John "Willo" Williams.The journey will take four days, 2,500 miles, 13 hours of ferry crossings and 40 ho...2022-03-2445 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastJamal Keeps Bournemouth On TrackExasperated yet ecstatic AFC Bournemouth fans reacted at full time outside Dean Court as Scott Parker’s men left it late to secure victory over Stoke City, thanks to last gasp strikes from Dom Solanke and Jamal Lowe.It was a performance which was similar to Blackpool, with little bite or fight for large parts of the game - however during the latter stages, the blue touch paper was seemingly lit, and Boscombe threw everything against the ten-man Potters.Thankfully - for us, the away side finally succumbed late on, much to the delight of th...2022-02-2839 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastCup Chaos But Brum BrillianceTwo games, two very different reactions!Firstly, Sam and Tom fans react after they witnessed AFC Bournemouth getting humbled on their own patch by National League Boreham Wood in a Sunday night to forget for Scott Parker's men.The performance was bad. Manager of "the Wood" Luke Garrard suggested that they'd need to be at their best and Cherries would have to put at their best in order to cause an upset.In reality, whilst AFC Bournemouth stuck to their side of the bargain (and some), Boreham Wood effectively didn't need to get...2022-02-101h 00
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastBlundersome at Barnsley and Clive Tyldesley InterviewForthright views and frank opinion as 1,000 Bournemouth fans travelled up to Barnsley to watch Bournemouth edge out the Tykes in a less than convincing win at Oakwell against the league's bottom side.The Cherries made hard work of it on this away day, but an early Philip Billing header after a goalkeeping mishap ensured the away side emerged victors and could take advantage of some results that went our way elsewhere, with Fulham and Blackburn both dropping points.Plus, we chat to iconic commentator Clive Tyldesley - who is the man behind the mic this...2022-01-311h 08
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastTwo from Nine? Eek!Cherries form recently hasn't been the best. With a loss at Derby, followed by a couple of frustrating draws where we've let the lead slip on both occasions, Boscombe are showing a vulnerability to their game which other teams are exploiting. Do a couple of injuries really upset the applecart that much? Apparently so! On this pod we take in some raw reaction from recent matches.Firstly, Sam Davis managed to grab some Cherries fans willing to react at full time, after watching their side capitulate in the second half against a determined Derby County side who...2021-11-2949 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastInsert Biscuitmen Crumbling Pun Here...Cherries carried on their unbeaten run at the weekend with Reading being the latest victim after a 2-0 win at the Madejski Stadium, one which had punmasters across the South scrabbling for Royals and Biscuit related jokes to jazz up their otherwise formulaic articles - Bournemouth start slow, Bournemouth get a foothold in the game, Bournemouth win the game...Join Sam Davis, Tom Jordan, Neil Dawson and Mr Tigz, as they take you through the weekend's action. Cherries were both resilient and then dominant at the Madejski Stadium with Dom Solanke and Jamal Lowe popping up with...2021-11-021h 10
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastThe Goalscorer's DadIn our last league game, Bournemouth overcame a deficit for the first time this season as Solanke and Billing netted inside three minutes to ensure that Boscombe go top of the table at a rain-soaked Dean Court against Sheffield United.Fans were nervously optimistic despite the bore-draw against Peterborough, and in the pub beforehand, 2-1 seemed to be the fashionable scoreline. True to form, Bournemouth delivered - and whilst Solanke's penalty levelled things up, Billings effort effectively killed the game. When Phil Bill scores, Cherries do not lose! In this podcast Sam Davis speaks with N...2021-10-1159 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastEddie Mitchell – My Tenure As AFC Bournemouth ChairmanBeing a Cherries fan is never dull, and it certainly wasn’t whilst this person was at the helm of the club. If you wanted a person who could help put the area on the map, this person was your man! Eddie Mitchell was AFC Bournemouth Chairman for just over four years. He arrived with winding up petitions to deal with, and left the club by selling his stake to an owner that provided the financial muscle for Bournemouth to become a Premier League team. Jeff Hayward and Neil Dawson talk to Eddie about: ◽️ Becoming chairman of the Cherries ◽️ Unexpected...2021-02-191h 32
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastMatt Tubbs and Josh McQuoid – Our Good (And Bad) Influences!Bournemouth has always been a club that has been associated with fast free-flowing football, and as a result of that, we have witnessed plenty of incredible goals over the years from an array of strikers, and on this show - we have a couple of guests that have lots of experience of hitting the back of the net for both Bournemouth and their other respective clubs. They were both born in the South, are both 5 foot 9, and both have played for Cherries in the naughties and 2010’s… Firstly, Matt Tubbs... a player who netted 49 goals in 65 matches for Crawley Town...2021-01-111h 08
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastJason Tindall – On Managing AFC BournemouthWe are delighted to be joined by the current manager of AFC Bournemouth - Jason Tindall. Tom Jordan puts questions to the gaffa, with topics ranging from the formations, signings, but also more-lighted quips such as THAT assist for Mark Molesley at Dagenham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2020-11-281h 03
Bournemouth UniversityIn conversation with Bournemouth SamaritansElla and Kerry chat to Bournemouth Samaritans David and Charlotte about why they volunteer for the charity, how the Samaritans can help people and how the BU community can get involved.2020-09-1627 min
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth Podcast95 - Benfica Tests and Championship Guests
AFC Bournemouth's pre-season finally got under way on Sunday against a team with plenty of European pedigree by the way of Portugese side Benfica. Whilst Cherries went down 2-1, there was a mixture of encouraging signs twinned with the familiarity of some "same old Bournemouth" moments - we wouldn't have it any other way would we? To dissect matters on the pitch, Sam Davis speaks to Tom Jordan and Neil Weedon about the game. Later on the show, Jeff Hayward joins us to preview 2020/21 in the Championship - and we have the help of two respected names in sports...2020-08-311h 04
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth Podcast91 - The End Of An Era
On Sunday, Bournemouth's 5 year stint in the Premier League came to an end after a survival Sunday showdown which saw Aston Villa claim the point they needed to ensure their Premier League safety. Whilst Bournemouth overcame Everton in a convincing 1-3 win, factors elsewhere meant that we would finish 18th - no longer being able to claim that we are a side that has never been relegated from the top flight. Although the point difference that Aston Villa are gained could be deemed controversial given the circumstances of the Hawkeye blunder vs Sheffield United, the fact remains that Bournemouth...2020-07-271h 07
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastWarren Cummings & Brian Stock – The Highs And LowsWe're joined by Warren Cummings & Brian Stock, two players who graced the Cherries shirt for over 16 years between them. One a midfield maestro, the other an attacking full-back - they both found regular first-team football at Bournemouth, going through some lows and highs both on and off the pitch. Was Sean O'Driscoll ahead of his time? What was Warren's relationship like with Kevin Bond. Was Jimmy Quinn as unprofessional as others seem to suggest? And what of the current Premier League squad? Warren is a Scottish international who clocked up over 250 appearances for the Cherries. He put in great...2020-06-191h 17
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth PodcastIan Bishop – My Rock And Roll Season At AFC BournemouthWe're joined by Cherries midfield maestro Ian Bishop, who, despite his short time at the club, has been described by John Williams as the best natural talent he has played with. "Bish" played 54 games for us in the season after promotion back in 1988, and helped Bournemouth to their highest ever league finish at the time. He went on to have lengthy spells at Manchester City and West Ham - before retiring over in America - where he now lives - he has been an artist, a poker star, and now, is a seasoned podcaster - always an entertainer, forever...2020-06-171h 59
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth Podcast84 - Championship Elation and Off-Pitch Vexation
Whilst Cherries have a very long and proud history, it wouldn't be unfair to suggest the last 25 years have been the tumultuous, and in this podcast, you can hear from four protagonists in the highs and lows of AFC Bournemouth. We had administration in the late 90's, followed by the Wembley triumph, and then came the new stadium - the new home of AFC Bournemouth. But later came the Minus 17, that famous press conference, and a new desire to find a long term manager in the same ilk as predecessors Redknapp, Machin and O'Driscoll. Enter stage right, Eddie Howe...2020-05-041h 00
Bournemouth UniversityThe FAME Framework Takes FlightThousands of people descend on Bournemouth each summer to enjoy the sights and sounds of Bournemouth's Air Festival. Bournemouth University and BCP Council have developed the FAME framework which helps evaluate the effectiveness and impact of major events like the Air Festival.2019-08-2911 min
Bournemouth UniversityUK animation and VFX industry and talent pipelineThe visual effects industry is worth over £1 billion a year to the UK economy, with animation and visual effects graduates more in demand than ever.
We visited Blue Zoo animation studio in London to speak to a panel of educators and industry leaders about the future of animation and visual effects and how institutions like Bournemouth University are preparing the next generation of talent.
This podcast is part of Bournemouth University's #digitechfutures campaign. Visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/digitech-futures to find out more.2019-03-0625 min
Bournemouth UniversityBournemouth Gateway BuildingWe take a sneak peek inside the Bournemouth Gateway Building, which will be the new home of BU's Faculty of Health and Social Sciences when it opens in 2020, with state-of-the-art facilities to train the healthcare professionals of the future.
This podcast is part of our #digitechfutures campaign. Visit www.bournemouth.ac.uk/digitech-futures to find out more.2019-03-0416 min
Bournemouth UniversityUniversities minister Sam Gyimah MP visits Bournemouth UniversityUniversities Minister, Sam Gyimah MP, has visited Bournemouth University to engage with staff and students and take part in a groundbreaking ceremony.2018-03-191h 19
Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth Podcast48 - Craic the Top Ten?
As players enjoy the craic before the final match of the season, fans are in bewilderment at a potential top ten Premier League finish. Sean chats to Geoff Barlow about the game, previews the Foxes finale, we go over all things Mings, plus hear from a couple of Bournemouth fans who flew 5,500 miles to watch their beloved team. In a busy show this week, Michael Dunne sends his review of the action at the Vitality, as Bournemouth beat Burnley to secure a 2-1 win, and a minimum position of 12thin the Premier League! Now Sam couldn’t see the ga...2017-05-181h 07