Eddie Howe wins monthly Championship manager award

Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe has been named the Championship Manager of the Month for December.

The Cherries started the month with victories over Wolverhampton Wanderers and Cardiff City, before two goals from Matt Ritchie helped them to record a 6-1 win away at Blackpool.

That was then followed by consecutive 2-0 triumphs at the expense of London duo Fulham and Millwall, which ensured that Howe's men had a 100% winning record throughout the month.

As a result, Bournemouth have moved to the top of the Championship standings, one point better off than second-placed Ipswich Town.

Howe beat off competition from Mick McCarthy, Slavisa Jokanovic and Aitor Karanka to win the accolade.