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For Irish Under-21 midfielder Gavin Kilkenny, Friday night’s 1-0 victory over Armenia was another first in a season that has already been filled with many. Included in Stephen Kenny’s squad for the first time ever, Kilkenny was handed his first start as a stylish and free-flowing Irish side comfortably defeated their opponents to make it two wins from two in …

Irish goalkeeper Mark Travers was the hero for Bournemouth as they defeated Forest Green on penalties to advance to the next round of the Carabao Cup. Bournemouth dominated most of the game against their League Two opponents but couldn’t find the breakthrough required in the normal time. Penalties were needed to separate the two sides and it was Travers who …

On Wednesday afternoon, Irish U21 manager Stephen Kenny named his 22-man squad ahead of their upcoming European Qualifiers against Armenia and Sweden. The exciting squad contained a handful of players well known to Kenny’s side including the likes of Dara O’Shea, Caoimhin Kelleher and captain Jayson Molumby as well as some new but familiar faces like Nathan Collins and Michael …

The second round of the Carabao Cup gets underway this week with 50 teams in action as they look to reach the last 32 of the competition. Traditionally over the last few years, the League Cup has represented a chance for teams to rotate their squads and give some of their younger talents the opportunity to shine. There are currently …

Ireland midfielder Harry Arter is reportedly set to link up with his brother-in-law Scott Parker at Fulham on a season long loan from Bournemouth. According to SunSport, Arter has already passed a medical at the Championship club with the deal expected to be announced within the next 24 hours. The report also claims that a move for Arter would include …

A host of clubs are reportedly in the hunt for Ireland and Bournemouth midfielder Harry Arter, with Fulham, Sheffield United and Stoke all keen on bringing the 29-year old to their respective clubs. The Sun reported that Fulham and Scott Parker, who is Arter’s brother in law, were looking to sign the Irish international with Bournemouth looking for a fee …

This upcoming Premier League season could be a crucial one for a host of young Irish players as they look to make the breakthrough at the highest level. There is a plethora of talent from an Irish perspective with plenty of players being included in first-team plans throughout the pre-season as they look to impress and take their chance ahead …

Mark Travers, Adam Idah and Aaron Connolly have been included in the Guardian’s list of Premier League youngsters tipped to shine during their respective sides’ pre-season tours. The English publication singled out a young prospect for each of the 20 Premier League clubs who they feel could have a big impact this summer, with the Irish trio making the grade. …

Irish goalkeeper Mark Travers could reportedly be on the move this summer with newly promoted Norwich City and Championship side Leeds United both interested in a loan deal for the 20-year old. According to a report in the Irish Sun, Travers may look to go out on loan depending on his place in the goalkeeping pecking order at Bournemouth despite …

Irish U21 international and West Brom defender Dara O’Shea has been linked with a move to Premier League side Bournemouth after impressing on loan at League Two side Exeter City. According to the DailyMail.co.uk, Cherries manager Eddie Howe and the club feel that they have unearthed another talented gem in the lower leagues, in a similar way to how they …

Irish international midfielder Harry Arter could reportedly be called away from his loan spell at Cardiff City by his parent club Bournemouth amid transfer interest from a host of teams. Arter has been one of Cardiff’s most impressive players in what’s been a difficult first season back in the Premier League and his performances have caught the eye of a …

Nathaniel Clyne has all but joined Bournemouth on a six-month loan deal. The right back has yet to be officially confirmed, but it’s only a matter of time. The move suits all parties, with Clyne forced from the first team at Anfield by Trent Alexander-Arnold, with the Englishman making just four appearances for the Reds so far this season. As …

If there was any doubt as to whether Mohamed Salah was a one season wonder or not, the Egyptian forward did his best to dispel any of that speculation at the Vitality Stadium in Saturday’s early kickoff. Salah and Liverpool were in scintillating form with the Egyptian finding the goalscoring touch that led him to the top of last season’s Premier …

Sadio Mane scored twice as Liverpool took advantage of their title rivals’ inactivity to go three points clear at the top of the Premier League with a 4-1 win at home to Cardiff on Saturday as Bournemouth and Watford both continued their fine starts to the season. Liverpool were the only club who started the weekend among the top five …

Everton have been dealt a blow in their Premier League clash with Bournemouth after star midfielder Richarlison was sent off for an off the ball altercation with Adam Smith.  Richarlison saw red just minutes before halftime at the Vitality Stadium and it looks like it will be a great opportunity for The Cherries to claim a valuable three points. The Brazilian …

Bournemouth have signed Colombian international midfielder Jefferson Lerma from Spanish side Levante for a club-record fee, the Premier League outfit announced on Tuesday. The 23-year-old has signed a five-year deal, subject to international clearance, for a reported £25 million (27.9 million euros, $32.3 million). “It’s no secret that Jefferson has been someone we have chased for a while this summer,” …

​Manchester United gave the perfect response to Jose Mourinho's withering criticism as they got back on track with a 2-0 win against Bournemouth on Wednesday.

Jose Mourinho had suggested that a number of big players would be left out of his squad to face Bournemouth on Wednesday - and he has delivered.