# Bournemouth Europa League debut

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/bournemouth-europa-league-debut
> Updated: 2026-09-17T21:31:17.000Z. Sources: 34. Developments: 2.

AFC Bournemouth achieved a historic 2-1 victory against Real Sociedad in their debut UEFA Europa League match at the Reale Arena. Justin Kluivert scored in the 11th minute, followed by a header from Rayan in the 20th minute. Although Sergio Gomez scored for the Spanish hosts in the second half, Bournemouth maintained the lead to secure the win.

In related European competition results, Crystal Palace also began their campaign with a 4-1 victory over Lech Poznan, featuring goals from Pinho, Richards, Larsen, and Nketiah.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-17: Bournemouth and Crystal Palace secure European victories

Bournemouth achieved their first European win with a 2-1 victory over Real Sociedad, while Crystal Palace defeated Lech Poznan 4-1 in the Europa League.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bournemouth-and-crystal-palace-secure-european-victories

### 2026-09-16: Bournemouth defeat Real Sociedad 2-1 in Europa League debut

Bournemouth made a historic Europa League debut by defeating Real Sociedad 2-1 in Spain, with goals from Justin Kluivert and Rayan securing the win.

31 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/real-sociedad-and-bournemouth-to-face-off-in-europa-league-opener

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