James Hill says Bournemouth should have put Everton game to bed

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·31 August 2026

James Hill believes Bournemouth should have finished the game against Everton, and said he was frustrated to leave with only a draw.

According to Bournemouth Echo, the defender felt the Cherries did not close the contest out.

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He admitted they were punished for not doing so.

As a result, Bournemouth had to settle for a point rather than a win.

Hill’s assessment centred on the need to have put the match beyond Everton.

Source: Bournemouth Echo

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