Bournemouth's Callum Wilson scoops Player of the Month award

Bournemouth striker Callum Wilson has been named the Championship's Player of the Month for October.

The 22-year-old, who joined the Cherries from Coventry City during the summer, started the month by scoring both of his side's goals in a 2-1 win away at Bolton Wanderers.

He then followed that up by finding the net in consecutive encounters against Charlton Athletic, Reading and Birmingham City, which took his tally to five goals in four outings.

Such form has helped to elevate Bournemouth to the top of the Championship table on goal difference from Middlesbrough.

Wilson beat off competition from Michail Antonio, David Forde and Bakary Sako to win the award.

Meanwhile, Wilson's manager Eddie Howe scooped the manager's accolade to secure a double for the South Coast club.