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Bournemouth boss Iraola values FA Cup over Europe


Published on 2025-03-30 00:06:14 - BBC
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  • Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola says he values winning the FA Cup above playing in Europe.The Cherries host Manchester City in the quarter-finals of the competition on Sunday.The FA Cup winners are guaranteed a place in the group stages of the Europa League the following season.

Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola has expressed a preference for competing in the FA Cup over European competitions, highlighting the significance of the domestic cup to both the club and its fans. Despite Bournemouth's challenging position in the Premier League, where they are fighting to avoid relegation, Iraola sees the FA Cup as an important competition. He mentioned that while European competitions are prestigious, the FA Cup holds a special place due to its history and the opportunity it presents for glory. Iraola's comments come ahead of Bournemouth's FA Cup third-round match against QPR, indicating his intent to take the competition seriously despite the team's league struggles.

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