Back Of The Net - The AFC Bournemouth Podcast

Andoni Iraola's tough Premier League initiation continued on Saturday as Basque buddy Mikel Arteta oversaw his rampant Arsenal side dominate a poor …

This season, Bournemouth are three points better off than the equivalent games in the previous campaign, and with a style of football that is making the media talk about us, Boscombe are once again proving to be an …

Whilst one swallow doesn’t make a summer, Lloyd Kelly’s majestic performance against Chelsea on Sunday has got tongues wagging in ways which are suggesting that his showing against the Blues might have been his best yet …

Saturday in West London witnessed a rollercoaster game between two sides going toe to toe in a clash which was entertaining for the neutral, but …

This season under Ange Postecoglou, Tottenham Hotspur are looking sharp and seemingly mean business, but whilst it was a relative stroll against …

On Saturday, an enthralling encounter at Anfield was somewhat ruined by poor officiating throughout. Bournemouth succumbed to a 3-1 defeat on the day, but there were key moments at key times that played a big part in …

Bournemouth have had the majority of possession only twice at home this calendar year, and both times, it has been against West Ham United. However unlike our previous encounter with David Moyes' side in 2023, this time …

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 …

On June 19th at 12:30pm, it came as a surprise to AFC Bournemouth and the wider footballing world that Gary O’Neil had been relieved of his duties as AFC Bournemouth head coach, just over a month after Cherries …

After a Premier League season of transition for AFC Bournemouth, Sam & Tom return with the Ultimate End of Season Player Ratings Show for 2022/23 to discover which players emerge top of the tier, and which seemingly …

Nearly every pundit had us down. From Youtubers, TV pundits, and even ex-managers - as Harry Redknapp came on the channel to suggest Bournemouth might be doomed! But how did they get it so badly wrong, and why didn't …

The Leeds owner was reportedly in tears and Jack Harrison was despondently sat all on his own after a very disorganised Leeds United lost 4-1 to Gary O'Neil's AFC Bournemouth at Dean Court on Sunday. Cherries fans were …

After the jubilation and euphoria of Bournemouth's win at Spurs, Cherries fans thought the arrival of West Ham might provide a "kick on" moment - but …

After AFC Bournemouth's stunning 3-2 win on Saturday, the football world saw Tottenham's loss as simply another case of the North London club being "Spursy", meanwhile, Cherries fans were keen to highlight their own …

After Cherries disposed of Leicester City 1-0 on Saturday, Bournemouth's chances of survival look decidedly better, and on what looks to be a huge …

It was a game of two halves at Dean Court today as two substitutions in the interval inspired a second half fightback against Fulham which saw Marcus …

Amid classy scenes from the Aston Villa faithful who joined Bournemouth supporters in welcoming back David Brooks, there were some bittersweet …

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 …

On Saturday, Bournemouth fans travelled to North London expecting nothing, but after taking a surprise 2-0 lead, Gary O'Neil's men were on course to cause the shock of the season. However, the latter stages of the game …

Last week, AFC Bournemouth fans seemed exasperated by going five at the back against Manchester City, because it is a formation which has yielded so LITTLE for Cherries this season! After the 4-1 loss that ensued, …

Gary O'Neil saw his first win as permanent boss in a 1-0 victory at Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday, so Sam Davis and Tom Jordan are joined by …

After Saturday's draw with Newcastle United, AFC Bournemouth fans have been given hope for the first time since Gary O'Neil took over his role on a …

As Leeds United part with their manager Jesse Marsch, Cherries fans are now pondering at what point the AFC Bournemouth hierarchy might consider Gary O'Neil's position untenable.

The Cherries loss against Brighton at …

Two former Bournemouth academy prospects scored either side of half time as Nottingham Forest came away with a draw against AFC Bournemouth thanks to …

Chants 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 …

Cherries captain Lloyd Kelly was the victim of booing on Saturday after our FA Cup exit to Burnley, and whilst his performance was under par, the …

A Christmas break has us put a few things into perspective. After some lengthy cogitation and soul-searching, this extended pod gives us a chance to …

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 …

As rumours linking Marcelo Bielsa to AFC Bournemouth gain traction, Cherries put in a performance which would make him purr as they CRUISED to a 3-0 …

Tom Jordan speaks to fans who witnessed the game at Elland Road as Cherries squander another lead for the second game in succession, this time at the hands of Leeds United, who took advantage of Boscombe's naivety - to …

Frustrated AFC Bournemouth fans react at full time after Cherries squander a two goal lead against Tottenham Hotspur, who netted three second-half …

West Ham probably shaded the match at the London Stadium, but we find ourselves once again in a position where the suits at Stockley Park say one thing, however the football fanbase - including ex-professionals, say the …

AFC Bournemouth lost to Southampton on Wednesday night in a sorry showing at Dean Court which saw the Saints pull out of the relegation zone thanks …

AFC Bournemouth drew 2-2 in West London in a solid performance against Marco Silva's Fulham - however O'Neil's men will be rueing the manner of the …

Tigz was the man with the microphone as Bournemouth fans reacted outside Dean Court after witnessing a second half comeback where two goals from Phil Billing and Ryan Christie managed to banish the blues of a …

The noise that emanated from Dean Court on Saturday was dull "zzzz", and we are still unsure whether it was the sound of the visiting Bees, or a …

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 …

This pod provides raw reaction from Bournemouth fans as the Cherries secure four points out of six from Wolves and Forest, the latter of which …

Cherries were humiliated on a global level on Saturday as a rejuvenated Liverpool put Scott Parker's men to the sword in a performance which oozed …

Is Defence our best form of Defence? After the 3-0 defeat to the Gunners at Dean Court on Saturday, Scott Parker witnessed an "unacceptable" first …

Scott Parker has suggested that the current incarnation at Manchester City is the "best team" he has ever seen, and after the Citizens' whitewashing of Bournemouth on Saturday, it's hard to disagree. Was 4-0 the best we …

At the weekend, Cherries kicked off their return to the Premier League with a convincing 2-0 win over Aston Villa. The game saw Bournemouth play a tactical blinder over a Villa side that looked less than comfortable at …

Ahead of what looks to be an enthralling rollercoaster season, Tigz, Sam and Tom are at the Pear at Parley to analyse AFC Bournemouth's incomings and …

Former AFC Bournemouth gaffa and manager of FOUR current top flight clubs Harry Redknapp joins us to chat all things Premier League ahead of what will be an absorbing season.

As well as some amusing stories of Harry's …

An extended chat with former Cherries midfielder Andrew Surman joins us for a revealing look back at his time at AFC Bournemouth, including some candid reflections on life as a Cherries footballer and the players that …

AFC Bournemouth fans of all ages came on the microphone after the post-match celebrations at Dean Court to react to our 1-0 win over Millwall, a …

Jubilant 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 …

What a week!

Relieved Cherries fans reacted at full time as Bournemouth leave it late to secure a point against Swansea City thanks to two goals from …

Dominic Solanke was the man of the moment in our two most recent games, as Boscombe took two from four to keep the promotion bid on track.

Firstly, he …

Two goalless games gave Bournemouth fans a lot to think about this week, and this podcast brings you the reaction!

It was a jaded and despondent feeling after the 0-0 with Middlesbrough on Good Friday. Subsequently - …

Two very different performances from Boscombe sees contrasting views from AFC Bournemouth fans, who firstly react at full-time after beating Bristol …

Cherries fans jubilantly react after AFC Bournemouth beat Huddersfield Town 3-0 at the John Smith’s Stadium thanks to goals from Jaidon Anthony, …

Tigz was on the mic at full time to gauge the reaction as fans reacted outside the ground as Cherries got back to winning ways at Dean Court on …

Annoyed AFC Bournemouth fans reacted at full time after two painful games to watch!

Firstly, Cherries lose 2-1 at Preston North End thanks to a winner …

Exasperated 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 …

Cherries left it late against Blackpool on Saturday as Siriki Dembele popped up in injury time to notch a crucial winner that saw AFC Bournemouth …

Two 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 …

Forthright 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 …

At one point this season, Bournemouth were NINE points clear of the team in third, yet now, we are three points behind the team in second. It's all a bit tense, so let’s come together, breathe, and talk… so, to talk …

We take a comprehensive dissecting of Saturday lunchtime’s 3-2 defeat at the hands of Luton Town with Sam Davis, Tom Jordan, Jeff Hayward, plus your thoughts after the game too!

It was a last minute goal from the Hatters …

With AFC Bournemouth more than half way through the season, it's time to do our analysis of the Cherries players who impressed, and also those that …

After Saturday's turgid performance at Middlesbrough, Jacob Tanswell from Dorset Live joins Tigz, Tom and Jeff to mull over the sorry showing at the …

After Saturday's turgid performance at Middlesbrough, Jacob Tanswell from Dorset Live joins Tigz, Tom and Jeff to mull over the sorry showing at the …

A resurgent Blackburn Rovers came to Dean Court full of confidence after their incredible run of games, and they continued that form thanks to a goal …

Fulham was always going to be a tough game wasn’t it? Form, momentum, injuries - everything seemed to dictate a home win, but despite the confidence …

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 …

After Cherries suffered their first defeat of the season on Wednesday night against a stubborn and clinical Preston North End, all eyes were on the visit of Swansea on Saturday - with a reaction needed against a team …

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 …

This weekend, Boscombe comprehensively took apart Huddersfield 3-0 at Dean Court, and as a result, Cherries sit atop the Championship, with a five …

Sam Davis and Jeff Hayward spend just under an hour looking at two very different performances over the last few days as AFC Bournemouth gained …

In our last league game, Bournemouth overcame a deficit for the first time this season as Solanke and Billing netted inside three minutes to ensure …

Bournemouth survived a second-half fightback to defeat Luton Town 2-1 to return to the Championship summit, so in this pod, Sam Davis and Mr Tigz get together to chat over the weekend's antics - as resilience and …

The match against the Bluebirds at the Cardiff City Stadium was always going to pose a unique challenge For The Cherries, not least because the majority of their side were over 6ft - but enough of that tall story, …

After a number of draws, AFC Bournemouth got back to winning ways at the weekend - as they managed to wrecked the Tykes - psyche, in an accomplished …

A chance to analyse the weekend's 0-0 at the MKM Stadium in Hull as AFC Bournemouth failed to display their attacking prowess, and instead, took part …

Despite a mesmeric first half against our Seaside rivals on Saturday, Bournemouth were made to pay for a lacklustre second 45 as Blackpool clawed a …

Sam Davis is joined by Tom Jordan and Neil Dawson as they dissect Saturday's encounter at the City Ground in Nottingham where the Cherries overcame Forest in a tense 2-1 victory.

AFC Bournemouth sported the green kit and …

The 2021/22 season started at home, with all of the world able to watch our curtain-raiser against West Brom, a match which obviously Sky thought …

This week, Kris Temple from BBC Radio Solent released a chat with Bournemouth Chairman Jeff Mostyn, the first time he has chatted at length for four …

So then, another season in the Championship! Last season, we were disappointed with being relegated from the Premier League, but we were perversely excited to experience the Nottingham Forest away, trips to antiquated …

It was very much a nerve jangling time at Dean Court on Monday, but the win against Brentford showed a lot of desire, a lot of discipline, and even at times a little bit of swagger - so with the hoodoo against Brentford …

AFC Bournemouth limped over the finish line against Stoke City in a display which has single-handedly managed to erode any optimism ahead of a Play-Off Semi-Final against an in-form Brentford. On this show, Sam Davis, …

As Catherine Tate once said: "Am I Bovvered?", and reading between the lines, that was the message that was gleaned from most of the post-match Cherry soundbytes - so despite our 1-0 loss at Wycombe on Saturday, the …

After Bournemouth's magnificent seven wins in a row, Brentford were the visitors to Dean Court on Saturday, and whilst Cherries were After Eight, it was the 10-man away side that were mint - with a display of resilience …

The last time AFC Bournemouth won six in a row, we were promoted to the Premier League. Can we?! Well, the Cherries came away from Carrow Road with a 3-1 victory against Norwich City in a match which saw a number of …

A chance to dissect the weekend's match at Dean Court where AFC Bournemouth managed to dispose of Coventry City 4-1. It was a frenetic start with two early goals, but then it became a familiar affair where the Cherries …

Cherries are honing in on the Play-Offs after two Easter wins, starting off with a 3-1 victory against Middlesbrough at Dean Court - a win that, whilst it saw no change of league position, leaves us on the coat-tails of …

Cherries posted a £60m+ loss for the last financial year in some jaw-dropping figures that were released this morning. AFC Bournemouth also posted confirmation that its owner is in to the club to the tune of £160m - a …

Whilst isolated moments throughout the game might have given rise to rose-tinted optimism from some pundits, many Cherries fans will simply not be …

Cherries dropped two points at Deepdale on Saturday against an unpredictable Preston North End side in a match which was the archetypal game of two …

Cherries were in free-fall, without a solid performance in a number of games, so a 1-0 win against high-flying Watford ensured that Boscombe fans …

World class candidates, an external appointment, exciting CV's - the future is bright - trust the process! The process? Under Eddie, we had a process - and that process was - "Howe will carry us through". Now though, at …

Being 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 …

We’re joined by yet another character in the Cherries calvary by the way of combative midfielder John Bailey - a player that wore his heart on his sleeve, playing 137 games for Boscombe, spanning five season, scoring 13 …

This weekend Cherries travelled to Nottingham to face Forest in a clash against an in-form Hughton side that has been difficult to …

What a season we're having. Jason Tindall departed the club in the week after a poor run of results for the Cherries. Whilst we had …

Cherries are sitting sixth in the Championship, but after a series of horrendous performances, the brutal reality is that we are dropping like a stone - unless that is, the team starts to apply …

Shaun Teale is a player who many of us idolised for the two and a half seasons that he was with us. Moving from non-league, he made 62 appearances …

Bournemouth made hard work of the beautiful game against yet another team in the bottom half of the table on Saturday as Luton Town …

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 …

On Saturday night, Cherries weren’t exactly vintage. A change of formation, two personnel changes, and a familiar frustration for large parts of the game. But Junior Stanislas came good when needed. In …

Another episode of the Lockdown interviews where we are joined by former AFC Bournemouth player and manager Kevin Bond as we tell some great stories of his footballing past, including:

- The Man City and Saints days, and …

It was a tough watch at Kenilworth Road on Saturday as Cherries came away with a point from a very well oiled Luton Town side. Cherries looked leggy today against a determined and well drilled Hatters …

Boscombe were rampant against the Terriers on Saturday in a five star performance in front of over 1,000 ecstatic Cherries at the Vitality Stadium in a convincing win over Huddersfield, and in this …

In a climate where we all need escapism, some will watch Ant and Dec dishing out kangaroo testicles, but us Bournemouth fans favour …

Start spreading the news... we won't always win every game we play, but at the New York Stadium on Saturday, you can't help but feel as though we were the architects of our own demise! Rotherham were …

We 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 …

On Saturday, Cherries beat Reading 4 - 2 at Dean Court, and it was the archetypal game of two halves. Jason Tindall's half time …

As Cherries pulled our second 3-1 win out of the bag at St Andrews this season, we take a look at proceedings in Birmingham on …

After Cherries dispatched of Bristol City in the week with a late winner, Derby County were next to visit, with Boscombe fans hoping …

With monologues being readied to describe a match which might have been consigned to Room 101, a certain Chris Mepham stepped up to …

We've reached our centenary, so we thought we'd celebrate with a LIVE special! We've been podcasting on all things Cherries since 2016 and on Youtube since August 2019, and this show reviews our 4 years …

Bournemouth have never lost at St Andrews, and on Friday night in front of the cameras, this records continued in style, as Cherries …

Arnaut Danjuma proved the difference on Sunday in a resilient AFC Bournemouth performance which saw us overcome Norwich City 1-0, thanks to a superb turn and shot from our Dutch delight. The away side …

At the weekend Cherries travelled to Teesside in a performance against Middlesbrough that garnered a point, but it could have been …

Cherries got back to winning ways on Saturday at home to Blackburn Rovers in a satisfying performance which saw a tentative start, the usual Bournemouth mistakes, but then a return to kamikaze Cherries …

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 …

Once again it's been a busy weekend in the world of AFC Bournemouth, with Cherries "reluctantly" accepting a bid of £18.5 million for Aaron Ramsdale from Sheffield United, plus the news that club …

So.. it's Tindall then! Famed for his tan, his touchline tantrums, and perhaps forgettably - The Terras - Eddie's number two has become number one. Cherries fans *seemed* to have mixed emotions about …

Eddie Had A Dream, but on Saturday evening, the majority of Cherries fans had a nightmare. Emotion has been raw this weekend after the news was announced that Eddie Howe has left AFC Bournemouth by …

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. …

Sometimes, I simply wish I didn't like football. Saints professionally dispatched of Bournemouth 2-0 at the Vitality with goals from Che Adams and former Cherry Danny Ings on Sunday, and whilst a …

In terms of placing moments in the box labelled "things you never thought you'd see", AFC Bournemouth's fall from grace this season is probably up there - however did you ever think the names Dominic …

Whilst Cherries lost 5-2 at Manchester United this weekend, you can’t say it was gutless, and you can’t say that the players didn’t care, but once again, our tactical inadequacies were exposed, and …

...surely we don't want to return there? Well, if you speak to fans of Bournemouth, Watford, West Ham and Aston Villa - there is unanimous consensus that their respective clubs do not seem to have the …

Cherries returned to Premier League football on Saturday, live in front of the nation - but lost 0-2 to a well organised Crystal Palace side who barely had to get out of second gear to claim the victory …

We're joined by Warren Cummings & Brian Stock, two players who graced the Cherries shirt for over 16 years between them. One a midfield maestro, …

Some forthright and strongly worded views from one of the legends of the 80’s – Tommy Heffernan. A marauding full-back with a license to score, a man …

We'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 …

We are delighted to bring you Yann Kermorgant, a player who, despite the relatively short time at the club, is synonymous with the club's success - as his goals and set-ups were a huge part of our Championship winning …

The word "legend" is often over-used, but Steve Fletcher encompasses the spirit of AFC Bournemouth - with a determination to overcome adversity. His own footballing path wasn't easy, but a combination of loyalty and …

We're joined by Brett Pitman to discuss his career at AFC Bournemouth. On the pitch he has been through it all, with promotions, relegations, medals and more - and off-the-pitch the club was a bit tasty too! Brett …

A media perspective on all things AFC Bournemouth as we chat to current Premier League, BBC, and Optus Sport presenter Kelly Somers, BBC broadcaster and global event sports announcer Kris Temple, with Peter Rutzler - …

AFC Bournemouth have had some momentous occasions in most of the decades that we've been a professional club. This decade it was promotion to the PL, in the naughties - the play-offs and Minus 17, in the 90's Wembley... …

PART 2: We were delighted to be joined by interviewing footballing royalty by the way of Harry Redknapp. There's a pause for dinner half through, but Harry DID return to complete the tale of his footballing journey, …

PART 1: We were delighted to be joined by interviewing footballing royalty by the way of Harry Redknapp. There's a pause for dinner half through, but Harry DOES return to complete the tale of his footballing journey, …

We're joined by ex-Cherries Keith Williams and Tony Funnell, players who were integral to the success in 1981/82 where Cherries won promotion to Division Three with a fourth-place finish. They discuss:

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Former Cherry and current Newcastle fan favourite Matt Ritchie joins us, discussing his footballing career, from the turbulence at Swindon under Di …

An hour long chat with two ex-AFC Bournemouth stalwarts who played a massive part in our success in the eighties - John "Willo" Williams, and Paul …

In the latest of our Lockdown interviews, we chatted extensively with club icon Marc Pugh, who played with us for nearly a decade, being a pivotal part of a rise through the divisions up to the #premierleague. We talk …

In the latest of The Lockdown interviews, we speak to Cherries supporter and former Cherries Chairman Trevor Watkins, who was thrust into the limelight in 1997 - pioneering a takeover which saw AFC Bournemouth become …

In the third of The Lockdown interviews, we chatted extensively with Marvin Bartley, a player who clocked up over 100 appearances for the club, one of them being our promotion at Burton. We spoke about: ⚽️ Brett Pitman: …

Tommy Elphick joins us in the Lockdown Interviews - featuring raw unabridged audio from our recent chat on Youtube and Facebook, where we discuss his time at the Cherries - including that infamous Championship winning …

The first of our Lockdown Interviews - with raw unabridged audio from our recent chats on Youtube and Facebook. The first participant is former AFC …

As the date of the potential resumption of Premier League football is announced, we bring together the seasoned views of former …

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 …

It's a phrase that many of us will have heard recently from our partners about not putting that shelf up despite having lots of time on our hands - but it very much has been a case of "all talk - no …

It was announced last week that all elite football in England has been suspended until at least 3 April as a result of the spread of …

You can take out of this match what you want to. On the one hand there are the individual errors and potential season-defining injuries that might cost us dear, yet conversely, we continue to witness an …

On a day riddled with ridiculous weather, Cherries fans "hailed" Jefferson Lerma and Joshua King for giving Cherries a slim …

Cherries lost 3-0 away to Burnley on Saturday in a match riddled with yet more ineptness from the Premier League. Whilst relegation might spell doom for most AFCB fans, to others there's a growing …

On Sunday, Cherries travelled to Bramall Lane in another must win encounter but sadly emerged losing 2-1 after Sheffield United gave …

Cherries are looking something like the side we know and love after two wins on the spin, with the latest victory coming at the expense of Aston Villa. On the eve of the match, Cherries supporter Dan …

Cherries went down 2-1 at home to Arsenal in the Cup on Monday night, evidently with half an eye on the more substantial "cup tie" at the weekend against Aston Villa in the Premier League. Six changes …

Each and every game that goes past, the need for a performance and togetherness becomes more imperative. Against Brighton on Tuesday, we will be seeing a pivotal match in our Premier League history, one …

In order to improve the atmosphere at Dean Court, AFC Bournemouth put out 5000 flags in order to inspire the home supporters to cheer the lads towards three points, however, the team that appeared in …

As we enter 2020, having scored 20 goals, Cherries sit in the Premier League's relegation zone on 20 points - and after a poor showing against West Ham at the London Stadium, Bournemouth fans were …

What an incredible decade it has been for AFC Bournemouth. This time ten years ago we were entertaining Torquay at Dean Court, with Pitman and Feeney on the scoresheet - and oh how we'd have loved to …

Clarets fans were gleefully posting their bingo cards on Saturday evening after their 1-0 victory over AFC Bournemouth at Dean …

Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way - oh what fun it is to see the Bournemouth win away! Cherries at the weekend astonished the naysaying media, the bookies, and even their own supporters - …

Whilst it was a Saturday of misfortune for AFC Bournemouth aginst Liverpool, there was one player who was head and shoulders above …

With Eddie Howe recently revealing to the Guardian that he is learning to play the piano, just like the Cherries campaign this season, he’ll not wanting to be hitting any bum notes. On Saturday though, …

Cherries poor form continued on Saturday in a frustratingly predictable performance against Wolves which saw us go down to ten men …

AFC Bournemouth's topsy-turvy campaign continued at the weekend in a 2-1 defeat at Newcastle, a match which saw the good, the bad and the ugly - a microchasm of our season in just ninety minutes. There …

As Cherries fans celebrated a 1-0 win over Manchester United, supporters seemed jubilant at seeing the return of a menacing Josh King and Ryan Fraser, who, whilst not perfect, looked like they are …

It was yet again another missed opportunity to prove ourselves as being “improved on last season”, but with draws against bottom of the league Watford and newly-promoted Norwich, was it simply a case of …

In this pod, we analyse the snore draw at home against the Canaries, with Jeff Hayward joining Sam Davis to make sense of the …

In this week's episode, Sam chats to Peter Bell, Cherry Chimes author, who is releasing a book called "Eddie Had A Dream", focusing on the man himself, where you can start to understand some of the …

It might be considered a lazy narrative, but nothing seems more appropriate to describe Cherries trip to the Emirates against Arsenal on Sunday, as Bournemouth fans were treated to two very different 45 …

It was Desmond 2-2 at Dean Court where AFC Bournemouth succumbed to an impressive West Ham United to claim a deserved yet frustrating point. This week Jeff Hayward and Sam Davisetake us through the …

The away side claimed all three points courtesy of a Nathan Ake header, a Harry Wilson left footed effort, and then an open goal for Callum Wilson as he captialised on a Saints defensive calamity. In …

Cherries fans greeted the return of Lewis with open arms as Bournemouth beat Everton 3-1 at the Vitality Stadium. This week Jeff Hayward and Michael Dunne take us through the analysis of Sunday's …

Cherries went down 3-1 to Leicester City at the weekend in a controversial match which should have seen the home side down to 10 …

BBC Radio Solent commentator Kris Temple provides the title for this episode, as he describes Harry Wilson's wonder-goal in Cherries …

Bournemouth beat Aston Villa 2-1 at the weekend with goals from Josh King and Harry Wilson, and in the latest installment of the podcast, we talk to a number of Cherries fans, hear the views of Jeff and …

There are a total of 3420 minutes of Premier League football to play this season and we’re only 90 minutes in, but ALREADY the opinions are flowing! Don’t you just love football! Cherries drew 1-1 with …

Cherries enter their fifth consecutive season in the Premier League, and Back of the Net returns to discuss new signings, club departures, and our thoughts ahead of the opening day encounter against …

We're back for the new season, in a revised more relaxed style as Sean Barker is joined this episode by Rob Frank. The lads crack open some beers and talk all things AFC Bournemouth - From our new …

We jump into the BOTN archives to replay our interview with Cherries' legend Steve Jones from Feb 2016, as well as bring you a quick run down of what's been going on at the club.

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We bring you the AFC Bournemouth End of Season review montage, announce the winners of our 2016/17 awards, we look forward to next season - plus we hear your opinion on the highs and lows of the league …

Cherries secured an all time high with a ninth place finish in the Premier League at the weekend. We review the match, discuss the End of Season Awards, plus have an exclusive report from Tyrone Mings' …

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 …

As Alanis Morissette once sang about our marauding Number 8: "You Arter Know". A debatable challenge on Joe Allen was the talking …

Whilst Joshua once again won Cherries the points against Sunderland, Michael Dunne describes The Special One - Eddie - as being the "King of Spring", after masterminding the Cherries up to tenth in the …

Marc Pugh marked his 250th Bournemouth appearance with a fantastic goal on Saturday, as Cherries demolished Middlesbrough 4-0 at …

As Cherries look forward to entertaining Middlesbrough at Dean Court, we go over the weeks news, including Jack's crack, the Terry tittle-tattle, plus we cover-off the Spurs shenanigans - as Bournemouth …

Sam analyses the Chelsea defeat with an selection of Cherries fans who all agree the away side were "better in every way". We hear the official report from the Court from Michael Dunne, we preview the …

Bournemouth stunned Liverpool on Wednesday night with a 2-2 draw in front of the Kop. Sean & Sam describe the action, bring you …

Whilst Cherries pick up another home win, Sean concocts a new theory about Arsene, Arsenal and Eddie - so in addition to analysing …

With Joshua being King of the Court, we discuss the 3-2 win against the Hammers, the Mings/Rojo stamp, the "Benik or Jack" dilemma, plus preview our clash with Swansea. It's certainly exciting to bring …

With plenty of talking points from the United game, it’s hard to know where to start, but we jump in with Michael’s match report, hear the fan and media thoughts, and Sean & Sam have...

Given Ranieri’s recent dismissal, Sam successfully baits Sean to question Eddie Howe’s tenure at the Cherries. The boys also discuss …

Despite Cherries 2-0 home loss to the Sky Blues, there’s optimism ahead of our hike to the Hawthorns, so Sam and Michael discuss events on the pitch, and also express the joy felt off it, as Harry Arter …

We take a look at Cherries fans online opinions after the 6-3 Merseyside mauling. Amongst a plethora of turbulent tweets, one user …

Gradel to go, and Aké to arrive – that’s what we were thinking during Deadline Day, however, it all ended in disappointment. The boys track the rumours whilst recording the show, discuss the loss at...

With two set-pieces gifting Watford goals on Saturday, the boys go over the Cherries transfer targets and rumours, chat about the up-coming game against Crystal Palace, and highlight the plight of Ethan …

Cherries paid tribute to our 33rd podcast at the weekend with another 3 goal debacle, and this week, Sean and Sam discuss the …

The boys mull over the “magic” of the FA Cup after a Millwall mauling, discuss player departures & a possible super signing, …

Michael Dunne joins Sam to discuss Cherries 3-3 draw with Arsenal on Tuesday, and the festive fixture frolics in December. We …

The boys discuss “El Clasicoast” where Southampton ran out 3-1 winners, taking in the view from Saints and Cherries fans alike. We preview our next fixture, where an Ake-less Cherries travel to Chelsea, …

The boys review the Leicester and Burnley matches, discuss a Marc Pugh wonder-strike, a Jeff Hendrick goal-of-the season contender, plus we chart Baily Cargill’s progress at Gillingham, speak to Cherry …

Re-live AFCB vs Liverpool, where a moribund 1st half performance turned into a mesmerising 4-3 win. We bring you Michael’s match …

Amongst screams for spot-kicks & red-card rancour, Sam & Sean debate the quality of Callum Wilson’s penalty at the Emirates as the Cherries lose 3-1 at Arsenal; Glenn Murray is the subject of …

Sean re-lives a quote which aptly describes Cherries behaviour this weekend, we discuss Eddie’s selection quandry as Arsenal come to …

We preview the Stoke City game, where Eddie has some important defensive decisions to make, review AFCB’s home defeat against the Black Cats, bring you the latest from Dean Court, plus update on our …

We launch the AFCB Retro Shirt Poll, as the club want to know which old-school shirt you want to see in the club shop, we dissect …

We review the Cherries draw with Spurs, try to find Franck Rolling, preview the Boro game, give away a copy of FIFA 17, announce the …

A bumper show as we interview goalscoring legend Ted Macdougall (& giveaway his book), review FIFA17, breakdown the 6-1 Tiger …

As the AFCB pun-masters have exclaimed – Cherries were “Deeney’ed” 3 points on Saturday as the boys discuss the 2-2 draw with Watford. There’s an exciting announcement about some potential new retro …

With Big Sam out, the lads discuss whether Eddie would/could/should take up the England job. We talk about the Cherries 1-0 win as …

Sam was SUPPOSED to be inside Dean Court to witness the Cherries Vs Preston in the EFL Cup, however, he wasn’t due to a “glitch” in ticket distribution. The lads’ forthright opinions are rather …

Sean and Sam get their teeth stuck into Bournemouth’s first 3 points of the season as the Cherries beat West Brom 1-0 at Dean Court. We get your fans thoughts after the match, and talk...

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We come to terms with how Jack Wilshere turned down Italian giants AC Milan to join little old Bournemouth – as well as cogitating …

Sam’s away getting married so Sean is joined by Rob Frank to review the defeat to West Ham and the victory against Morecambe. This week’s Club News supposedly has the best puns ever, and the...

The boys discuss Bournemouth’s opening Premier League match of the season against Manchester United, where Zlatan Ibrahimovic notched his first league goal which condemned the Cherries to a 3-1 defeat …

Season 2 of AFCB’s life in the Premier League is about to begin so we review our summer transfer business & preview the game …

Sean makes a surprise visit to the UK, so we sack off the Skype, wipe the webcams, and throw down the time-zones – as he joins Sam to jointly present the first of our two Back of the Net pre-season...

In this episode of Back of the Net – The England Euro 2016 Podcast, Sam Davis is joined by staunch Three Lions supporter Joel Fabian, as the pair aim to dissect the humiliation of England’s...

We preview England’s upcoming match vs Iceland & debate the issue with Vardy playing against weaker sides. Sean probes Sam about his recent trip to Lyon, where he was unwittingly (and unwillingly) …

Sam is away in France, so Sean pulls a ‘Hodgson’ by subbing on Rob Frank to review the Wales victory and preview the Slovakia game… …

We preview the Wales game whereby Sean tries to compare the Welsh to Stoke City. The lads also discuss England’s opening fixture against Russia – we reflect on the on-field and off-field action. We …

Sean Barker and Sam Davis preview England’s chances in Euro 2016, Sam admits to what he does with his Three Lions shirt after they exit tournaments, we test your knowledge of past England players …

A bumper show with a review of the Man U game (bizarre blue mascots, Eddie swearing, & Tindall’s tan), Back Of The Net ‘End Of Season Award’ Winners, Part 2 of the Steve Fletcher interview...

“Legend” is often overused in football, but for Steve Fletcher, it barely scratches the surface – in Part 1 of our chat with Big Fletch, the former AFCB striker talks candidly about his playing career, …

Take a trip down memory lane with #OneYearOn, re-living an amazing 7 days where AFCB were crowed Championship Champions (Goosebumps and tears guaranteed!) – From Ross McCormack’s last minute goal at …

We bring you the celebrations as the AFC Bournemouth Ladies clinch the title & spray prosecco in their own eyes. There’s the official launch of the Back Of The Net End of Season Awards &...

The lads discuss great (& not so great) pun headlines sent in by you & there’s a very poor attempt during our club news. We …

This week Sean speaks to Cherries fans far and wide in this weeks extended feature, which brings us chatter, vox-pops, and even music, from all four corners of the globe. We also discuss our cracking...

Sean has a Columbo moment as he presents his case why Iturbe hasn’t played much, the lads review the Man City debacle, and Sam …

With no Premier League fixtures, Sean and Sam discuss England’s recent triumph over Germany and then get back to business to preview …

We bring you analysis of the 3-0 away defeat to title chasing Spurs as well as the thoughts from fans about the stadium expansion …

In this week’s Back of the Net – The AFC Bournemouth Podcast, Sean and Sam review AFC Bournemouth’s recent 3-2 win against Swansea City, and we hear your fan thoughts from the game, including the …

In this third episode of Back of the Net, as well as reviewing the recent matches against Southampton and Newcastle, we also hear your fans thoughts on the game, including an excellent phone call from …

Fresh after the Watford game, Sam reminds Sean of his previous week's prediction about the game, alas it was not quite the goal Fest Sean was expecting...

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This is Episode 1 of the brand new AFC Bournemouth Podcast – Back of the Net, presented by Sean Barker and Sam Davis. In this hour-long beauty, you can hear our thoughts of the Cherries FA...

Welcome to “Not The First Episode” of the brand new AFC Bournemouth Podcast – Back of the Net, with Sean Barker and Sam Davis. Back of the Net will be a weekly show bringing match reports,...