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Bournemouth's manager Andoni Iraola praised his team's spirit after their 1-0 victory over Fulham. He confirmed clarity about his future at the club and emphasized the goal of securing European competition qualification.
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Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola told BBC Match of the Day: "It's a team with spirit. As a coach, it's so easy with this group - they make my work a lot easier.
"The players are in a really good place."
On leaving the club at the end of the season: "We have such a good relationship with the players and the club. The process has been so clear and honest. Everyone knows what will happen next season.
"We are fighting to have this reward. You have to win a lot of points to get into Europe."
On his future: "I don't know. I have no rush to make decisions. I'm so focused on these last two games. It's massive for me personally to finish these beautiful three years in a lovely way. Then we'll have time.
"The new players have adapted quickly. The ones with us three seasons, they know what we need from every game. We know each other. This core group of 10, 12 players who have been here three seasons have helped us massively - and the new players also.
"Today was a very important step forward but we still have to get more points."
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Andoni Iraola highlighted that his team has a strong spirit, making his job as a coach easier.
Iraola stated that there is a clear and honest process regarding his future, confirming he will leave the club at the end of the season.
Bournemouth needs to accumulate a significant number of points to secure a place in European competitions.

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