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Hundreds of Milan fans descended on Bournemouth and the wet weather did not dampen their spirits as they marched to Dean Court ahead of their Europa League clash with the Cherries.

Updates from AFC Bournemouth vs AC Milan in the Europa League.

A338 Spur Road northbound closure delayed to 11pm on October 22 for AFC Bournemouth v AC Milan Europa League match, with works until 6am October 23.

Former Weymouth chairman Paul Maitland has made another move in Dorset non-league football after joining Poole Town as the club's new technical lead.

The prime minister has backed AFC Bournemouth ahead of an historic European match against AC Milan tonight.

A338 Spur Road northbound closure delayed to 11pm on October 22 for AFC Bournemouth v AC Milan Europa League match, with works until 6am October 23.

Christian Horner has spoken about the emotional moment his 11-year-old daughter helped put his Red Bull departure into perspective after the death of her mother.

Christian Horner has spoken about the emotional moment his 11-year-old daughter helped put his Red Bull departure into perspective after the death of her mother.

Wessex Volleyball players Ed Killen, Jake Chedgy and Jaden Valdes win bronze for England Under-18s at the NEVZA tournament in Denmark, October 12–14

Wimborne Town secured a comfortable 3-0 win over Gosport Borough at the Wyatt Homes Stadium on Tuesday evening

Marco Rose admitted team selection is 'challenging' for him at the moment as he looks to balance fielding a strong side to match opponents with rest and rotation in a busy schedule.

Italian giants AC Milan visit Dean Court tonight in what is set to be a special occasion in Dorset, but Marco Rose’s Cherries will be fully focused on maintaining their perfect start in the Europa League.

Justin Kluivert is 'definitely ready' to start for the Cherries after two substitute appearances since his return from injury.

Justin Kluivert’s message to Cherries fans ahead of the visit of AC Milan was clear: 'Don’t stop singing.'

Justin Kluivert said ‘it would be the ultimate dream’ to score the winning goal in the Europa League final for the Cherries.

The Cherries want to further cement their place in the top eight of the Europa League and are confident of securing all three points against AC Milan, Marco Rose said.