William Croft

AFC Bournemouth are travelling to Crystal Palace today and plan to keep up the record-breaking season they have had so far. After recent matches have been difficult for the team, the return to form on Monday has been a shock to some but not to Iraola. Speaking on the team’s Bounce-back win against Fulham on Monday, Iraola said, “We haven’t changed anything. Our standards are the same, and we have to keep pushing.” He also considered the challenges in their next match: “It’s not gonna be easy to have chances against them.” Whilst Iraola hopes to keep up with the standard set at the start of the season, he knows it will be hard to keep up with their record-breaking ways. “It’s good that we’re showing some consistency.. With few games remaining, it’s clear Iraola has a plan: stay focused, stay sharp and keep pushing. Crystal Palace vs AFC Bournemouth kicks off at 3pm at Selhurst Park today, Saturday 19th April 2025.

Organisers say they're delighted at the public response to the Great Tail Trail across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. 45 giant mermaid tails - and 43 smaller 'Tiny Tails' - can be found in popular locations across the region until the 1st of June. They've been created by local artists, schools and community groups and will raise money for Julia's House children's hospice when they're auctioned off. Laura Maidment/Caroline Atreed is from the charity.

A new soft play centre has been officially opened in Bournemouth. BCP Council leader Cllr Millie Earl cut a ribbon to mark the launch of Action Zone at BCP Leisure in Kings Park. The facility follows a £200,000 investment to enhance inclusive, family-focused community spaces. Cllr Earl paid tribute to Dan Stone, BCP Council's Leisure Partnership and Development Manager. +++ Cllr Richard Herrett is BCP Council's Portfolio Holder for Destination, Leisure & Commercial Operations.