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FootballPremier League 2026/2027 Results (4-6 September): Isak Brace Sinks Ipswich, Arsenal Edge Chelsea
Alexander Isak scores an early brace to send Liverpool to a comfortable 2-0 win at Ipswich, Arsenal come from behind to beat Chelsea 2-1, and Manchester City edge past Coventry thanks to Erling Haaland: here's the round-up of Premier League matchday 3 (4-6 September 2026).
FootballPremier League 2026/2027 Results (28-31 August): Manchester City Thrash Crystal Palace, Chelsea Edge Brighton
Manchester City thrash Crystal Palace (4-1) with braces from Haaland and Cherki, Chelsea edge a seven-goal thriller against Brighton (4-3), and Manchester United claim their first win of the season (5-2 over Ipswich): here's the round-up of Premier League matchday 3 (28-31 August 2026).
Matches
Standings
| P | DIFF | PTS | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Champions League | ||||
| 1 |  Manchester City FC | 3 | +5 | 9 |
| 2 |  Arsenal FC | 3 | +5 | 9 |
| 3 |  Hull City | 3 | +3 | 7 |
| 4 |  Chelsea FC | 3 | +1 | 6 |
| UEFA Europa League | ||||
| 5 |  Brentford FC | 3 | +3 | 5 |
| Conference League qualification | ||||
| 6 |  Liverpool FC | 3 | +2 | 5 |
| 7 |  Newcastle United FC | 3 | +2 | 5 |
| 8 |  Everton FC | 3 | +2 | 5 |
| 9 |  Leeds United FC | 3 | +1 | 5 |
| 10 |  Brighton & Hove Albion FC | 3 | +3 | 4 |
| 11 |  Manchester United FC | 3 | +1 | 4 |
| 12 |  Sunderland AFC | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| 13 |  Crystal Palace FC | 3 | -4 | 3 |
| 14 |  Ipswich | 3 | -4 | 3 |
| 15 |  AFC Bournemouth | 3 | -1 | 2 |
| 16 |  Nottingham Forest FC | 3 | -1 | 2 |
| 17 |  Aston Villa FC | 3 | -5 | 1 |
| Relegation | ||||
| 18 |  Tottenham Hotspur FC | 3 | -5 | 1 |
| 19 |  Fulham FC | 3 | -3 | 0 |
| 20 |  Coventry | 3 | -5 | 0 |
Rules and legend
- Champions League
- UEFA Europa League
- Conference League qualification
- Relegation
Full Squad
Defenders
Midfielders
Key Players
Season Statistics
Europa LeagueSeason 2026| Competition | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Europa League2026 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
 Premier League2026 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 5 | 2 |
| Premier League2025 | 38 | 13 | 18 | 7 | 58 | 54 | 57 |
| Premier League2024 | 38 | 15 | 11 | 12 | 58 | 46 | 56 |
| Premier League2023 | 38 | 13 | 9 | 16 | 54 | 67 | 48 |
| Premier League2022 | 38 | 11 | 6 | 21 | 37 | 71 | 39 |
| Premier League2019 | 38 | 9 | 7 | 22 | 40 | 65 | 34 |
| Premier League2018 | 38 | 13 | 6 | 19 | 56 | 70 | 45 |
| Premier League2017 | 38 | 11 | 11 | 16 | 45 | 61 | 44 |
Transfers
Arrivals (11)
Juanlu SánchezTransfer 11M €
6 Aug
António SilvaTransfer 25M €
1 Aug
Álvaro Daniel Rodríguez MuñozTransfer 25M €
14 Jul
Álex JiménezTransfer 18.5M €
1 Jul
Alexander Noah PaulsenLoan –29 Jun
Departures (8)
Enes ÜnalTransfer Free
12 Aug- Álex JiménezLoan –
12 Jul 
Hamed Junior TraorèTransfer Free
30 Jun- Álex JiménezLoan –29 Jun
Christos MandasLoan –
29 Jun
Trophies
History of AFC Bournemouth
Founding and Early Years
AFC Bournemouth was founded in autumn 1899 as Boscombe St John's Institute F.C., before spending nearly a century mostly in the lower divisions of English football.
Club Evolution
The club has played its home matches at the Vitality Stadium (Dean Court) since 1910, a stadium with a capacity of 11,307, the smallest in the Premier League, currently under expansion plans.
Great Managers
Eddie Howe left his mark on the club's history by taking it from the fourth tier of English football to the Premier League between 2008 and 2015, before establishing it firmly in the top flight. The club continued its progress under Andoni Iraola and then Marco Rose, achieving its best-ever Premier League finishes.
Iconic Players
The club relied on figures such as Callum Wilson during its rise, before more recently turning to talents like Dominic Solanke and then Antoine Semenyo.
Major Achievements
AFC Bournemouth won the Championship title in 2014-15 and the League One title in 1986-87, as well as the EFL Trophy in 1983-84, their only cup success to date.
The Club Today
Owned by Bill Foley and managed by Marco Rose, AFC Bournemouth continue to confirm their place in the Premier League, driven by continuous progress since the Eddie Howe era.
Frequently asked questions
When is AFC Bournemouth's next match?+
AFC Bournemouth face Chelsea FC on 10 October 2026.
What is AFC Bournemouth's current standing?+
AFC Bournemouth are currently 10 in Europa League with 3 points.
When was AFC Bournemouth founded?+
AFC Bournemouth was founded in autumn 1899.
What is AFC Bournemouth's home stadium?+
Bournemouth play at the Vitality Stadium (Dean Court), with a capacity of 11,307.
Who is AFC Bournemouth's current head coach?+
Marco Rose is AFC Bournemouth's head coach.
Which manager took Bournemouth up to the Premier League?+
Eddie Howe, between 2008 and 2015.
What is Bournemouth's best-ever Premier League finish?+
Ninth place, in 2016-17 and 2024-25.
Which league does AFC Bournemouth play in?+
Bournemouth play in the Premier League, England's top football division.
What titles has AFC Bournemouth won?+
The Championship in 2014-15, League One in 1986-87 and the EFL Trophy in 1983-84.
Who owns AFC Bournemouth?+
Bill Foley.