# Bournemouth's European Dream

> Bournemouth's historic Europa League win completes 17-point comeback from near collapse.
- Title: Bournemouth's European Dream · BBC Sport | Shortify
- Summary: Bournemouth's historic Europa League win completes 17-point comeback from near collapse. Bournemouth secured their first European win after surviving a…
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- Source: BBC Sport — https://bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c6lyez88m1n2o
- Published: 2026-10-15T22:42:26.724+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
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## Bournemouth's 17-point comeback
Bournemouth started their 2008 League Two season on -17 points.
## 2008 administration crisis
Bournemouth entered administration and faced relegation after a 10-point deduction.
## 17-point deduction
Bournemouth accepted a further 17-point deduction in League Two to compete in 2008-09.
## 2015 Premier League promotion
Bournemouth secured a 21st-place finish and survival after 2008-09 season.
## Europa League win
Bournemouth won 3-0 against Sturm Graz in Europa League.
## Historic European debut
Bournemouth became second English side to win first two Europa League matches since 2003.
## Adam Smith's role
Adam Smith provided assist for Bournemouth's first European goal.
## Next match
Bournemouth face Sunderland in Premier League on Sunday.
## Key takeaway

Bournemouth secured their first European win after surviving a 17-point deduction in 2008.