Off the PitchMirror FootballUnverified source· 15 Aug 2026
Bournemouth respond to backlash over sacking of 60-year staffer
A long-serving matchday employee was let go via email just weeks before the season, sparking fan fury.
Bournemouth
team
Who
Long-serving matchday staff member
What
Emailed that services no longer required
When
Two weeks before season start
Where
Bournemouth
What happened. Bournemouth emailed several matchday staff, including one who served nearly 60 years, to say they were no longer needed for the 2026-27 season, prompting a relative's public criticism and the club's statement.
- Relative called the decision 'disgusting' on X, tagging CEO Jim Frevola.
- Frevola replied, saying the club would look into the situation.
- Bournemouth released a statement on Saturday in response.
“A disgusting approach @jimfrevola club should be ashamed.”
— Relative of the employee
The club's statement follows fan backlash, and CEO Frevola has pledged to investigate the matter.
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