How the division's smallest club took a risk, backed their talented head coach, recruited smartly and refined their style

The Cherries welcome Liverpool to the Vitality Stadium on Saturday, Feb. 1. The match is sure to be a massive stress test for Bournemouth.

Jordan Clark and Joe Partington discuss Bournemouth's big win over Nottingham Forest

An away clash at Bournemouth might not have been underlined as a major obstacle in Liverpool's pursuit of the Premier League title but Saturday's clash on the south coast suddenly looks anything but a relaxed trip to the seaside.

The Cherries tough run of games continues as they host Liverpool at the Vitality Stadium – but they’ll be hoping to continue their fine form

Didi Hamann has issued a warning to his former club Liverpool over a possible move for AFC Bournemouth star Antoine Semenyo. Liverpool and Newcastle United have both been credited with an interest in Semenyo, who has shined for the Cherries in the Premier League this term.

Dango Ouattara scores a hat-trick as Bournemouth thrash high-flying Nottingham Forest to continue their challenge for a European place.

Nottingham Forest and AFC Bournemouth are in the picture to sign Schalke’s Taylan Bulut. Earlier this month, we covered claims from Germany which stated Nuno Espírito Santo’s side and the Cherries have ‘come knocking’ for the 19-year-old.

Dango Ouattara (AFC Bournemouth) "Hat-trick hero! He's really stepping up as a centre-forward in the absence of Evanilson and Enes Unal, and he was simply too hot to handle for Nottingham Forest ."

Chelsea have reportedly joined Arsenal and Manchester United in the race to sign AFC Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen – after bombshell news that a release clause will activate in his contract this summer. Huijsen has been one of the Cherries’ best players this season, establishing himself as one of the top young defenders in all of Europe.

AFC Bournemouth will face Nottingham Forest in this Premiere League action on Saturday, January 25th, at Vitality Stadium. WATCH: AFC Bournemouth vs Nottingham Forest Live | Stream FREE on Fubo The last two times these two clubs have played the match ended in a draw.