Football can be excruciatingly dumb sometimes
“I would like to place on record my gratitude to Scott… “ At least Scott Parker got some thanks for guiding Bournemouth back to the Premier League, in the same statement that let the world knew he was getting sacked after four games. After failing to fire with Jason Tindall, who replaced Eddie Howe, then […]
3 years ago
One line stands out like a sore thumb as Bournemouth sack Scott Parker
AFC Bournemouth have parted company with Head Coach Scott Parker, the club has announced. The decision to part ways with Scott Parker comes following a 9-0 humbling at the hands of Liverpool at the weekend, the joint-worse in Premier League history. In a statement, co-owner Maxim Demin said: “I would like to place on record […]
3 years ago
Scott Parker praises Irish players as Bournemouth are promoted to the Premier League
“Some of these boys have come from being rejected by Premier League clubs.” Scott Parker praised Bournemouth’s Irish players after the club achieved promotion to the Premier League on Tuesday night. Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Mark Travers kept his 19th clean sheet of the season as Bournemouth beat Nottingham Forrest 1-0 at the Vitality Stadium, […]
4 years ago
Robbie Brady’s impact helps Bournemouth to salvage a draw at Swansea
Brady is back with a bang. Robbie Brady played a key role in Bournemouth’s 3-3 draw against Swansea City at the Liberty Stadium on Tuesday night, as they aim to seal automatic promotion back to the Premier League. The Dubliner was introduced as a substitute in the 65th minute with the Cherries 3-0 down and […]
4 years ago
Scott Parker sends David Brooks message of support following cancer diagnosis
“He’s a liked and loved member of the squad” Scott Parker has sent David Brooks a message of support following the Bournemouth and Wales midfielder’s cancer diagnosis. Brooks confirmed on Wednesday that he had been diagnosed with Stage 2 Hodgkin lymphoma – which is a cancer of the lymphatic system – and will begin treatment next week. Bournemouth head […]
4 years ago
Scott Parker reveals the managerial advice he received from Alex Ferguson
Parker was announced as Claudio Ranieri’s replacement on Thursday Scott Parker has discussed the emotions he has experienced in the days since being named as Fulham’s caretaker manager. The Cottagers sacked Italian manager Claudio Ranieri on Thursday after nine defeats in his previous 10 games, with club owner Shahid Khan saying in the aftermath: “If Scott […]
7 years ago