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Bournemouth wins historic first European home match against Sturm Graz

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Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Bournemouth wins historic first European home match against Sturm Graz

Summary

Bournemouth secured a decisive 3-0 victory over Sturm Graz in their first-ever European home game at Vitality Stadium on October 15. The victory marks a significant milestone for the club, which has faced significant challenges in the past, including a 17-point deduction in 2008. This win places Bournemouth among only two English clubs to achieve victories in their first two matches of a major European competition, alongside Bolton in the Uefa Cup 21 years ago. Bournemouth will now prepare for their upcoming Premier League fixture against Sunderland.

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Key Details

•Bournemouth wins 3-0 against Sturm Graz in Europa League.
•This is Bournemouth's first European home match in club history.
•The club faced a 17-point deduction in 2008 and has since thrived.
•Bournemouth is only the second English club to win first two Euro matches.
•Next match is against Sunderland in the Premier League.

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10:42 PMBBC Sport — Minus 17 to European dreams as Bournemouth fairytale continues

What they're saying

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It was a night 127 years in the making as Bournemouth added another chapter to their fairytale with victory in their first-ever European home game.
— BBC Sport

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