Eddie Howe targets playoff spot

Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe believes that his side have the credentials to launch a playoff bid in the second period of the season.

A 2-1 win over Scunthorpe United at the weekend moved them into ninth spot in the table, just four points outside of the top six.

"I could not have wished for a better start and we are now closing in on the teams above us. As a manager you always strive for perfection, and while you might never achieve that, I do feel we are moving in the right direction," he told Sky Sports News.

"There is still some work to be done, but I want us to be able to go anywhere in this division and believe we can come away with a win. I want us to develop that kind of arrogance, but in a nice, controlled way."

Tranmere Rovers currently top the standings with 40 points.