Grimsby Town Reaction - Cherries I

Last updated : 27 April 2009 By Bournemouth Co-Ordinator
Speaking after the match, manager Eddie Howe was quoted in the Bournemouth Evening Echo as saying: "I feel very relieved and it was a fantastic day. I'm so pleased we managed to do it in front of our own supporters. It was a fairytale ending and I am so pleased the big man got the winner. I don't know who his script writer is but I'd like to meet him! When the goal went in, you just had to shake your head because it could only happen to Fletch. It was a fantastic finish and he's been fantastic since he came back. It was a really big decision for him to come back in the first place because he had a lot at stake and put his reputation on the line. It was a brave decision and one which has been fully justified. I never thought it was a risk because in the situation we were in, he was a must. I know he's getting on in years but his attitude is fantastic and he's a great pro to have around. Even if he's not playing, he's still a big influence and can be very proud of himself".