There have been plenty of kind words about Bournemouth after recent eye-catching results.
You know your team best though and we wondered, what is the one thing nobody is talking about - good or bad?
Mark Mitchener
BBC Sport senior journalist
Image source, Getty ImagesHaving flown under the radar for most of this season, Bournemouth have taken seven points from a possible nine in a run of games against three Champions League teams – culminating in a first victory over their previously unconquered foe, Manchester City, in the 22nd league and cup meeting between the sides.
Meanwhile, owner Bill Foley reaffirmed in his programme notes on Saturday that the ambition for a bigger stadium remains on track, as their new training ground at Canford Magna nears completion.
And he has given his strongest indication yet that he favours a new build, close to the current ground in King's Park, rather than redeveloping Vitality Stadium.
"The hope is to transfer the players across to the new [training] site early in the next year, then we can begin to further discuss our options for stadium development," Foley wrote.
"We have been in talks regarding the construction of a new ground on the current training pitches. We think this is the best route for us to take and we continue to explore the costs of doing so, while engaging in meaningful discussions with the council."
One other consequence of the Cherries' run of form will be the increased transfer speculation around their star players – with the likes of Antoine Semenyo, Milos Kerkez and Illia Zabarnyi likely to be attracting suitors with deeper pockets than Foley.
But, after the summer departure of Dominic Solanke boosted the coffers, there is no financial pressure to sell.
So while Andoni Iraola's side continue to defy expectations and smash glass ceilings above them, as they target a top-half finish, fans will hope the squad makes it through January unscathed, even if a too-big-to-turn-down offer for a player materialises next summer.
Henry Brownsey
BBC Sport journalist
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Fan writer
Image source, Getty ImagesBournemouth continued to shock the Premier League by ending Manchester City's unbeaten start to the season with a heroic display by all in a Cherries shirt.
With that win coming off the back of an impressive point at Aston Villa, it would be easy for many to miss the fact that Bournemouth's 'number one' Kepa Arrizabalaga has been out for both fixtures.
Mark Travers has been the man to deputise between the sticks - and just like on previous occasions, he has performed absolute wonders.
Most recently, it was an assured display against the champions, including a late, point-blank save from Erling Haaland which ensured Travers backed up his player of the match display at Villa Park in impressive fashion. So, is the shirt now his to lose?
He has been with the club since he was a kid, and when Mark made his Bournemouth debut back in 2019, he became the first teenage goalkeeper since Joe Hart to start a Premier League match (he was magnificent in victory that day too).
He has since enjoyed loan spells with Swindon Town and Stoke City respectively, and despite being a 'back-up' for the Cherries, they have always seemed reluctant to let the Irishman walk out of the door permanently.
It has been an ongoing trend for Travers where he sits patiently waiting for his chance and, when called upon, he shows the fans and coaches that he can wholeheartedly be relied on with accomplished showings. But then, before we know it, he is back playing understudy.
Is it time he leaves permanently to try to flourish elsewhere, or should be given the chance to keep the shirt?
We hope the latter, but either way, Cherries fans are more than happy that he has got the gloves on.
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Image source, Getty ImagesWe asked for your thoughts after Saturday's Premier League game between Bournemouth and Manchester City.
Here are some of your comments:
Bournemouth fans:
Rob: A monkey off our back with the City win! Can you really now say, "it was an off day for City" and also, "an off day" in the Arsenal game? And... were Villa also having an "off day"? I think Bournemouth deserve more credit. Up the Cherries.
Steve: A tremendous performance from the Cherries. Iraola’s tactics were played out to perfection and rather than go for the low block many teams use against City, Cherries played their natural attacking game and took it to the champions from the first minute. Still buzzing 24 hours later. Europa Conference spot could be in reach.
Derek: Another great performance, seven points from three top teams. As seems to be often the case the result is portrayed as being due to top team being off par rather than Bournemouth playing well and taking the game to the opposition. Iraola has instilled a belief and collective teamwork that does not give up and works from start to finish. Joy to watch.
Peter: A historic win. I think we knew as fans that we can beat anyone at home. We have to keep hold of Semenyo and Kerkez. Evanilson is fitting in well. I hope the last three games give the team the belief that they can challenge in the top half of the table. Iraola is a magician!
Man City fans:
Suraj: Very disappointing, don’t understand why the performance was so flat. I know we’ve got injuries, but we still had a strong side. Not sure why more were not used, maybe Pep’s worried about more injuries. Liverpool I think are the ones to look out for as unlike us they came back from behind. I'm just not feeling confident for this season.
Abdullah: City were off it today. Until Jeremy Doku came on we were actually horrendous and were shown how to play. Doku and Gvardiol our only positive players. Semenyo and Kerkez were outstanding and fair play to Evanilson, who converted his sole chance (something we couldn't do). You can't control injuries but we will bounce back soon, we always do.
Steve: A lacklustre performance from us, proven by the fact it was the 80th minute for our first shot on goal to arrive. After four consecutive titles, I am not convinced we have the same hunger we had in previous seasons. One positive out of the game was another excellent performance by Nunes. Congrats to Bournemouth, who thoroughly deserved the win.
Roger: City have been fragile defensively all season and combined with an aging midfield and several players all striving to find their best form this defeat was long overdue. Pep will no doubt turn it round but possibly might need to use some fringe players to achieve it.
Chris Wise
Final Score reporter
Image source, Getty ImagesI have seen Antoine Semenyo produce some very good performances for Bournemouth this year, but his display against Manchester City at the weekend was of the highest class.
His development as a player since his move to Bournemouth in January 2023 has been astonishing, and he now excels playing in one of the wide roles in the three behind the striker.
What is also hugely encouraging for Bournemouth is his blossoming relationship with left-back Milos Kerkez.
The Hungarian is another hugely progressive talent and the pair of them caused City untold problems
They are now a really exciting combination to watch, and in a team that are a joy on the eye at the moment.
Former Premier League midfielder Nigel Reo-Coker, speaking to the BBC's Football Daily podcast about Bournemouth's win over Manchester City on Saturday: "Bournemouth are one team I love watching. Iraola has been a fantastic manager for them.
"When he first came, there were questions about whether Bournemouth had made the right decision. But he was given time and the players have bought into him extremely well.
"They are a well-coached, well-organised team and on their day they can beat anyone."
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Bobbie Jackson
BBC Sport Journalist
Image source, Getty ImagesAt the 22nd attempt Bournemouth managed to claim a victory against Manchester City.
In the previous 21 encounters across all competitions, Bournemouth lost 19 and drew just two - those draws came back in 1989 and 1999.
After beating Arsenal and drawing against Aston Villa, Bournemouth were bursting with confidence for the visit of the Premier League champions and they set the tone from the first whistle.
Ederson made a fine double save with just two minutes on the clock but was powerless as Antoine Semenyo nestled an effort into the corner in the ninth minute.
Manchester City's response did not come in the first half, which ended with Bournemouth fans chanting "ole" as their side completed each pass.
Evanilson was denied by Ederson just a minute into the second half but Bournemouth's record signing made up for it just after the hour mark to earn the Cherries a deserved two-goal advantage.
City's first shot on target arrived in the 80th minute, although Erling Haaland's volley was tame and easily saved.
The visitors never really looked like scoring until they did via the head of Josko Gvardiol two minutes later to spark a nervy finish.
Bournemouth opted to sit deep and were almost made to regret that decision when Haaland had a shot saved on the line by Mark Travers before his follow up struck the post.
The Cherries managed to hold out for all three points and a historic win to climb up to eighth in the table.
Image source, Getty ImagesBournemouth's victory today means that Manchester City’s 32-game Premier League unbeaten run has come to an end, while they have lost successive matches in all competitions for the first time since September 2023.
Image source, Getty ImagesBournemouth manager Andoni Iraola, speaking to Sky Sports about whether the feeling to beating Man City is similar to when he led Rayo Vallecano to victory against Real Madrid: "It's kind of similar. When you beat Real Madrid, it's kind of similar. You know you have to be at your best level and wait for them to not have their best day.
"We had to feel the pressure and it was tight at the end.
"I'm very pleased, one thing is to beat City but another is to play better. We played with no fear, tried to press when we could and defend when we had to.
"It was dangerous in the last 10 minutes. You don't enjoy that at all. There was so much pressure."
On Milos Kerkez: "He has to continue, he's so young. He has to get experience to get more mature defensively. He gives a lot of offensive volume, today he got two assists."
On Evanilson: "It's a good signing. Everyone is happy when he scores. I think his performances have been very good. He did well against Arsenal and we want to see more things."
Image source, Getty ImagesAntoine Semenyo has been speaking to BBC Match of the Day after today's win: "It feels amazing. The best team in the world. We made it tough for them and everyone is buzzing with the result. A win is a win. It doesn't matter if it is one goal or three, we deserved it."
On Milos Kerkez: "He contribution was so good. It was tough for all of us but he made some important blocks to keep us in the game."
On Evanilson: "We see the potential in training. We know it takes time to settle into a new league but he has done well and the goals are coming now."
On what Bournemouth can achieve: "We have belief. We train hard every day and take it onto the pitch. Everyone is going to write us off but we know what we can do."
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Chris Sutton is making predictions for all 380 Premier League matches this season, against a variety of guests.
For week 10, he takes on The Piano TV series winner Brad Kella.
Sutton's prediction: 1-2
This is another hard one to call. Manchester City's performances just haven't been there of late, but they are still finding a way to beat teams every week and I'm not sure what's going to be different this time.
I don't think this is going to be easy for City, who are missing a few players though injury, but you have to remember how good they are at getting over the line in games like this.
So, although I'm backing Bournemouth to score, I still expect City to edge this one.
Southampton, Wolves and Fulham have all run the champions close recently, and all of them still lost. It could be the same story for the Cherries too.
They are likely to be a lot more ambitious than Saints were at Etihad Stadium and that could suit City.
Bournemouth are a team who get plenty of shots off and we saw what they did to Arsenal a couple of weeks ago, but that will leave more space for Pep Guardiola's side.
Brad's prediction: 2-1
I want a Bournemouth win and I think they can get one. Rodri has been a massive loss for Manchester City since he got injured and they have got a few other players out too.
Seven matches make up Saturday's Premier League action, and we will bring you every moment.
Newcastle v Arsenal - 12:30
Bournemouth v Manchester City
Ipswich v Leicester
Liverpool v Brighton - listen on BBC Radio 5 Live
Nottingham Forest v West Ham
Southampton v Everton
Wolves v Crystal Palace - 17:30 - listen on BBC Radio 5 Live
Kick-off 15:00 GMT unless stated
Tasnim Chowdhury
BBC Sport journalist
Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Manchester City (kick-off 15:00 GMT).
Here are the key lines from his news conference:
Alex Scott remains out with a long-term injury, while Kepa Arrizabalaga and Luis Sinisterra are not available for Saturday's match. Philip Billing is "training normally" after a spell of illness but Dango Ouattara may not be available.
Tyler Adams is "training really well" after playing 20 minutes against Aston Villa last time out and is "in a good spot".
On his side's confidence, Iraola said: "I don't think it's about confidence, I think it's about preparing as well as we can for the game. It's really going to be a difficult one, considering the position but trying to give us chances. I think the game we played here last season, it can be a good reference for us. They beat us 1-0 but I think we played quite well and we have to be very similar or even better to have any chance against them."
On goalkeeper Mark Travers: "It's not a surprise for us, we know that level Mark has. I think this season the position has been quite solid, this is what they [the goalkeepers] have to do. It's not a matter of 'I play, you play'. All the goalkeepers are giving us a very good level, I hope we can continue with this in the same level."
On the Cherries' record against City: "It's 14 games, 14 losses. There is a reason and also this year they are unbeaten in the Premier League, top of the table. It's not just difficult for Bournemouth, it's difficult for everyone. But we have to play against them twice a season so we have to maximise our options, give our best and see if it's enough."
On Pep Guardiola's side: "They control the game and they choose sometimes when to push harder and when to control the game more, when to rest on the ball sometimes. If they feel the need, they normally have one more gear over the opposition and they have done it so consistently for so much time, it's because they are very good and they know what they are doing."
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Liverpool have identified 20-year-old Bournemouth and Hungary defender Milos Kerkez as a candidate in their search for a new left-back. (TeamTalk), external
Image source, Getty ImagesOnly Manchester City (179) and Tottenham (156) have had more shots than Bournemouth in the Premier League this season (140), with the Cherries’ average of 15.6 shots-per-game their highest in a single top-flight campaign.
But the weekend fixture may be tough for the shot-happy Cherries. Bournemouth have won none of their 20 league games against City (D2 L18). It’s the most one side has faced another without ever winning in English Football League history.
