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We asked for your thoughts after Wednesday's Premier League game between Manchester City and Nottingham Forest.

Here are some of your comments:

City fans

Kevin: Same old same old. Switch off for the first 15 minutes of the second half, let the opponent back in the game then hope that substitutes on the hour will change things. No Marmoush when a goal is needed and none of the Nicos to shore up a woeful defence and midfield.

Dixon: As a City fan, totally disappointed at their performance, not least Foden who is the main culprit for Anderson's goal as he was the only City player closer to Anderson before the latter shot and scored. Foden didn't seem care if Anderson scored or not since he didn't attempt to tackle Anderson before the shot. City should sell him at the end of the season. I hope he won't be picked for the World Cup since he doesn't deserve a place in England team.

Martin: City looked disorganised & were too "narrow". They could not breakdown a packed Forest defence & lost the ball too easily.Forest started well but City dominated the majority of the game but reverted to sideways passing etc. same old,same old. Credit to Forest who matured during the game. Are City playing better away from home? Not good enough if they want to pressure Arsenal.

David: This current City team is a shadow of the ones of the last 10 years. Pep has run his course time for a change of manger and coaching staff for next season.

Rodrique: Disappointing end of a game which we should have seen out easily against a team who struggles to score goals. Title race not done yet because twists and turns could happen and they would. Let's pray for Arsenal to stumble and for City to win their remaining games.

Forest fans

Fosi: Great to see the fight back and the commitment, massive point! We need to cut out the mistakes and move the ball faster ! Expected to lose the game, well fought lads!

Luke: An excellent point and another performance that makes you wonder how we are where we are. Unfortunately this season, for every night like tonight there's been a night like Braga. We need to play this this for each of the remaining 9 games, and if we do we've got a chance.

Ken: The spirit shown in the second half must be carried into the remaining league games. If we do that, we should survive. Well played lads.

Sean: The team really had to put a shift in and they did. Fantastic effort and game plan from start to finish, there were even a couple of moments we could have snuck away with more. Really need to keep putting this kind of effort in now to stay up.

Ted: Manchester City didn't stumble, Forest were amazing. Awesome performance away from home. The fight was brilliant. We will stay up.

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Bournemouth Future Boost as Iraola Considers New Deal Amid Premier League Interest

Contract Talks Gather Pace at Bournemouth

Bournemouth could be set for a major boost as manager Andoni Iraola considers extending his stay at the Vitality Stadium. As reported by the Daily Mail, the 43-year-old is weighing up a new contract despite attracting attention from elsewhere in the Premier League.

Interest in Iraola has grown significantly over the past year. Crystal Palace and Tottenham are among the clubs monitoring the situation closely as they assess potential managerial changes. The Spaniard’s current deal runs until the summer, leaving Bournemouth keen to secure his long term future before rivals can act.

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For Bournemouth, retaining Iraola would represent stability during a period of steady growth. The club’s hierarchy believe continuity is key as they look to build on recent progress in the Premier League.

Bournemouth Investment Signals Long Term Vision

Financial commitment from the club has played a major role in discussions around Iraola’s future. According to the Daily Mail, Bournemouth have raised more than £300million through player sales while reinvesting £390m across the past three seasons.

Plans extend beyond transfers. A £50m expansion of the Vitality Stadium is underway, reinforcing the club’s ambition to establish itself more firmly in the top flight.

These developments have aligned closely with Iraola’s outlook. Stability, infrastructure and squad competitiveness appear to be central factors as he considers his next move.

Manager Speaks Openly About Club Environment

Earlier this week, Iraola addressed his situation directly. His comments suggested a strong relationship with the club and those around him.

“I’m very happy here, not just now but since the beginning of my stay here. I always say I come to work with a smile and that is very important to me.”

“I have a great relationship not only with the players but with the club, with the staff. Everyone is very helpful. I’m really happy.”

“The other is a matter of talking to the club. Sooner or later we will have to make a decision, yes.”

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Those words indicate a manager comfortable in his environment, though discussions about his long term future remain ongoing.

Bournemouth Rise Keeps European Dream Alive

Bournemouth’s improvement on the pitch has strengthened the argument for continuity. Earlier in the season they were considered part of a relegation fight. Form since January has changed that narrative considerably.

A nine game unbeaten run has lifted them to ninth in the Premier League. They sit eight points behind Liverpool in fifth place, leaving European qualification within reach.

Maintaining that momentum may depend heavily on Iraola’s decision in the months ahead. For Bournemouth supporters, securing his future could be as valuable as any transfer signing.

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This report will feel encouraging but also slightly nerve wracking for Bournemouth supporters. The reality is that Iraola has transformed expectations at the club in a relatively short period of time.

Fans remember how uncertain things looked early in the season when Bournemouth were hovering near the relegation conversation. To now sit ninth in the Premier League after a nine match unbeaten run shows the scale of the progress. That turnaround reflects tactical clarity, improved organisation and a squad that clearly believes in the manager.

Supporters will also recognise the significance of the club’s wider investment. Spending £390m on the squad over three seasons and committing £50m to expand the stadium sends a message that Bournemouth are not content merely surviving in the Premier League.

When Iraola says, “I’m very happy here”, it resonates with supporters who feel the project finally has direction. There is also a growing belief that Bournemouth can become a stable top half club if the current trajectory continues.

Interest from Tottenham and Crystal Palace will naturally worry fans. Larger clubs tend to circle when managers begin outperforming expectations. For Bournemouth supporters, keeping Iraola would represent a statement that the club’s progress is not temporary.

If he signs a new deal, it could feel like the most important contract Bournemouth have agreed in years.

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