Bournemouth overcome Exeter City test

Bournemouth have come from behind to earn a 2-1 win over Exeter City in their pre-season friendly at St James Park.

The Cherries enjoyed the majority of possession during the first half, but it was the hosts who landed the first blow on 33 minutes when David Wheeler's shot somehow beat Adam Federici at his far post.

Wheeler almost doubled Exeter's lead at the start of the second period, but he fired wide after being put clean through on goal.

Bournemouth bagged an equaliser on 53 minutes as Dan Gosling converted the rebound after his initial effort was blocked.

The Premier League side were eventually rewarded for their patience with 14 minutes remaining when Junior Stanislas weaved his way past three opponents before rifling a fierce effort past the goalkeeper.