Kluivert and Rayan inspire Bournemouth to Europa League win at Real Sociedad
Bournemouth marked their first ever European match with an impressive away victory against Real Sociedad in the Europa League. Justin Kluivert and Rayan were the goalscorers as the Cherries secured a notable result at the Reale Arena. The win gives Bournemouth a strong start to their European campaign and continues their rise under their current project, while Real Sociedad's continental form raises early concerns ahead of a demanding group-stage schedule.
Read the full story at theguardian.comA maiden European night for Bournemouth and they delivered a statement result, taking three points from a traditionally strong Spanish side on the road. Kluivert and Rayan both finding the net underlines the attacking depth the club has built, and for Real Sociedad, a home loss in their European opener is the kind of result that can shape the trajectory of a continental campaign. It is the kind of result that reinforces Bournemouth's growing reputation as a side comfortable against technically demanding opposition.
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