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James Hill says Bournemouth aims for big dreams under new coach Marco Rose

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 12:44 PM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

James Hill says Bournemouth aims for big dreams under new coach Marco Rose

Summary

Bournemouth centre-back James Hill expressed optimism about the club's future under new manager Marco Rose. Following the departure of Andoni Iraola, Rose is tasked with guiding the team in its first European campaign after finishing sixth in the Premier League last season. Hill praised Rose's 'family-first' approach and highlighted his European experience as an asset. Hill believes the team must believe in themselves to succeed against top-tier competition, reflecting on their past unbeaten streak. Bournemouth is preparing for new challenges as they start the season.

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By the Numbers

•Marco Rose replaces Andoni Iraola as Bournemouth's manager.
•Bournemouth aims for success in its first European campaign.
•James Hill highlights Rose's strong player management style.
•Hill emphasizes the need for belief in the team's potential.
•Bournemouth recently completed an unbeaten run of 18 games.

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12:44 PMYahoo Sports — 'Why not dream big?' - Hill says Cherries 'have to believe in ourselves'

What they're saying

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Bournemouth centre-back James Hill says that new manager Marco Rose is allowing him and his Cherries team-mates to dream. Following the departure of former manager Andoni Iraola, Rose was brought in to fulfil the Spaniard's legacy, leading Bournemouth in their first European campaign - in addition to performing competitively in the Premier League following a sixth-placed finish. Hill said Rose has made a strong start and praised his encouragement of a "family-first" approach as the defender awaits the birth of his first child.
— Yahoo Sports

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