AFC Bournemouth fans welcome Vitality Stadium changes and expansion plans | OneFootball

Cherries supporters were given a first look at Vitality Stadium’s summer revamp, with early verdicts positive on easier access and matchday flow.

AFC Bournemouth’s first home game of the season ended 1-1 against Everton on Saturday after a last-gasp equaliser from James Tarkowski. According to Bournemouth Echo, new turnstiles on a perimeter fence allow pre-match circulation in a fan zone.

James Richards felt the relocated turnstiles improve access and bar use, while Jim Chapman welcomed stepping inside for food and drink in bad weather. Both hoped entry would be quicker.

Helen Noble said she walked straight in amid more turnstiles, while Henry Drummond praised smooth operations and open access easing congestion and offering shelter.

Seats are being added in two corners, between East and South, and West and North, with a larger two-tier South Stand planned and a 17,000 capacity targeted by 2027/28.

Mike Butcher argued capacity must rise to compete, suggesting 17,000 or 18,000. Eammon Rynne highlighted ticket anxiety and felt expansion would help, and Drummond pointed to more local youngsters needing seats.

Source: Bournemouth Echo

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