Bournemouth 3-0 Crystal Palace: What Iraola and Tavernier said

TL;DR

Bournemouth secured a 3-0 victory against Crystal Palace, with manager Andoni Iraola praising his team's performance. He emphasized the need for more points to aim for European competition next season.

Key points

Bournemouth won 3-0 against Crystal Palace
Andoni Iraola praised the team's first-half performance
Iraola emphasized the need for more points for European qualification

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Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola, speaking to Sky Sports: "We dominated the game. Especially in the first half, we played really well. Second half they made some subs, put dangerous players in, but we still controlled the second half. I am really pleased, the players showed they wanted to get something from this season. We are in a good spot but need more points.

"We have the experience from past seasons. It's a nice season, we are doing well, but we need extra, not to give anything to the opposition. In key moments of a season, we are improving in this. These things can make the difference.

"We want to give the players the chance to play in Europe next season. It would be massive."

On Junior Kroupi: "Junior is growing, he is finishing in a good place. I think he is a great finisher. His contact is so clean that you trust him."

Bournemouth captain Marcus Tavernier, speaking to Sky Sports on his side's 15-game unbeaten run: "It's been a long time coming for us. We knew if we started doing what we are able to do, then results would come. It's not down to luck, it's about the hard training we have done."

On the performances of youngsters Junior Kroupi and Rayan: "It's been unbelievable, they are two world-class talents. I don't think they will be at Bournemouth for a long period of time given the quality they have got. It's brilliant to have them on the pitch. As a team, we give the young players the confidence to go out and play with freedom."

On the race to secure European football: "Last season was a tough one to take. We knew three points was important today. We have got three games left to keep the dream alive.

Q&A

What did Andoni Iraola say about Bournemouth's performance against Crystal Palace?

Andoni Iraola stated that Bournemouth dominated the game, especially in the first half, and expressed satisfaction with the players' desire to improve this season.

How does Bournemouth's win impact their chances for European competition?

The victory puts Bournemouth in a good position, but Iraola stressed the need for more points to secure a chance to play in Europe next season.

What were the key moments in the Bournemouth vs. Crystal Palace match?

Iraola highlighted that controlling key moments in the game was crucial for Bournemouth's success, particularly in the second half despite Crystal Palace's substitutions.