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Bournemouth prepares for Europa League debut against Real Sociedad

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Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Bournemouth prepares for Europa League debut against Real Sociedad
Summary

Bournemouth faces Real Sociedad on September 17 in their inaugural Europa League match at Estadio Municipal de Anoeta. Manager Marco Rose emphasized the significance of this moment for the club and fans, calling the achievement of reaching Europe monumental. Bournemouth, still seeking their first win of the season after three draws in the Premier League, has included Ben Gannon-Doak in the squad following an injury to Eli Junior Kroupi. Rose highlighted the challenge posed by Real Sociedad, noting their intensity and quality, and expressed confidence in his team as they look to create a memorable evening for supporters in San Sebastián.

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Status Watch
  • •Bournemouth's first European match is on September 17 against Real Sociedad.
  • •Marco Rose cites the club's historic achievement and its importance to fans.
  • •Bournemouth has drawn their last three matches in the Premier League.
  • •Ben Gannon-Doak replaces the injured Eli Junior Kroupi in the squad.
  • •Rose anticipates a strong challenge from Real Sociedad's quality and intensity.
Latest Updates
  • 5:21 PMYahoo Sports — Rose on Gannon-Doak, a 'special' European bow and Real Sociedad
  • 4:45 PMYahoo Sports — Rose embracing ‘special’ moment as Bournemouth prepare for European debut
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Bournemouth boss Marco Rose has been speaking to the media before Thursday's Europa League opener against Real Sociedad at Estadio Municipal de Anoeta (kick-off 20:00 BST). Bournemouth are playing European football for the first time in the club's history and Rose said he can "feel how special this moment is" for the supporters. Ben Gannon-Doak replaced the injured Eli Junior Kroupi in Bournemouth's Europa League squad this week.

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Bournemouth manager Marco Rose says his squad will try to create a special night for the fans against Real Sociedad. Tomorrow’s Europa League opener in San Sebastián will be The Cherries first appe...

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