Bournemouth Lunchtime Round-Up, Thursday 22nd October 2026: Connell Relishing Brentford Test as PM Gives Cherries Backing Ahead of AC Milan Clash

Alan Connell says he is looking forward to a "tough test" as his side prepare to face Brentford, according to AFCB.co.uk (AFCB.co.uk).

Elsewhere, the Bournemouth Echo reports that the Prime Minister has offered his support to the Cherries ahead of their upcoming game against AC Milan (Bournemouth Echo).

On a lighter note, BBC Sport has been looking back at the history of Bournemouth's famous red and black stripes, tracing how Italian inspiration helped shape the club's kit more than 50 years ago (BBC Sport).

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