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Bournemouth announced six pre-season friendlies, against Queens Park Rangers,[30] Yeovil Town,[31] Portsmouth, Valencia,[32] Estoril[33] and Napoli.

[36][37] In the FA Cup, Bournemouth entered the competition in the third round and were drawn at home to either AFC Fylde or Wigan Athletic.

[39] Bournemouth entered the competition in the second round and were drawn against Birmingham City away.

[40] A home tie versus Brighton & Hove Albion was confirmed for the third round.