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What Is The Premier League Essay

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After a successful first season in the English Premier League, AFC Bournemouth would be looking to finish even higher than last season's 9th place. There was even talk of European qualification amongst the supporters, but the Premier League has become even more competitive in recent season's, with more clubs fighting it out for the EPL title and even more teams with aspirations to qualify for European competitions. But the Premier League can throw up the odd surprise (as in Leicester City), so who knows maybe this could be the Cherries year.

The off season saw Bournemouth strengthen their first team squad with three exciting signings, including the return of fan favourite Jermain Defoe, who went on a 10 goal scoring run while on loan …show more content…

Defoe came into the fray to try and improve things, but it was Ryan Fraser and Josh King that provided Bournemouth with their best chances.

First game at the Vitality Stadium saw AFC Bournemouth host a Watford side who were also looking to bounce back from an opening day defeat. It was the visitors that wanted it more, with both their goals coming in the second half to get the 0-2 win. Once again as with the opening day, Bournemouth struggled to create chances in front of goal with just 2 shots on target, as opposed to the Hornets 7. Again Defoe came into the game to make a difference, but Watford appeared the more comfortable on the ball and looked the more likely to score.

If the first two defeats were hard to stomach, hosting Manchester City's megastars at the Vitality Stadium would prove an even harder test and ending with an even crueller result. It was the Cherries that took the lead with a stunning half volley from Charlie Daniels in the 12 minute. It was no more than they deserved after a bright start to the first half. But it was not long until City started to find their feet in the match and on the 21 minute Jesus got the equalizer. In the second half it was the visitors that dominated the game, creating more chances in front of goal, but the Cherries remained resolute and nearly retaking the lead when Josh King's shot hit the upright. But it was

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