Bournemouth

AFC Bournemouth: The Cherries of Dorset

AFC Bournemouth, commonly known as “The Cherries,” is a professional football club based in Kings Park, Boscombe, a suburb of Bournemouth, Dorset, England. They compete in the Premier League, the top tier of English football. Here are the key highlights:

1. Club History:
   • Formed in 1899 as Boscombe, the club adopted their current name in 1971.
   • Nicknamed “The Cherries,” they’ve played their home games at Dean Court since 1910.
   • Their iconic red-and-black striped shirts have been a tradition since the club’s establishment.
2. Titles and Achievements:
   • Bournemouth & Boscombe Athletic (as they were known) entered the Football League in 1923.
   • They won the Third Division South Cup in 1946 and secured promotions over the years.
   • Notable achievements include winning the Associate Members’ Cup in 1984.
3. Recent Success:
   • Under manager Eddie Howe, Bournemouth achieved historic promotions:
     • Second-place finish in League Two (2009–10).
     • Second-place finish in League One (2012–13).
     • Championship title in 2014–15.
   • The club spent five seasons in the Premier League before relegation in 2020.

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