Bournemouth Duo James Hill & Junior Kroupi Earn First Senior International Call Ups

Tom · 2026-11-10T16:04:10.000Z

AFC Bournemouth [https://roundtable.io/sports/soccer/premier-league/afc-bournemouth] duo James Hill and Junior Kroupi have both received their first senior international call-ups, with the pair handed unexpected opportunities following injuries within their respective national squads. Defender James Hill has been called up to the England senior squad for the first time, marking a significant milestone in his career. The Bournemouth defender has worked hard to establish himself [https://roundtable.io/sports/soccer/premier-league/afc-bournemouth/news/james-hill-patience-parenthood-and-afc-bournemouths-new-era] in the Cherries' first team and will now have the opportunity to represent his country at the highest level. Meanwhile, exciting young forward Junior Kroupi [https://roundtable.io/sports/soccer/premier-league/afc-bournemouth/community/news/bournemouth-sensation-junior-kroupi-breaks-into-golden-boy-top-10] has also earned his maiden senior call up for France. The highly rated teenager has made a huge impression since arriving at Vitality Stadium, with his performances and growing influence in the Premier League catching the attention of the French national team. Although injuries have opened the door for both players, their selections are further recognition of the progress they have made this season. It is another proud moment for Bournemouth, with two Cherries players set to experience senior international football for the very first time. IMAGO / Pro Sports Images [https://deweb-519a7.b-cdn.net/post-images/84cc48ac-379e-4464-88e8-93f431a9d860.jpeg] IMAGO / Pro Sports Images

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AFC Bournemouth duo James Hill and Junior Kroupi have both received their first senior international call-ups, with the pair handed unexpected opportunities following injuries within their respective national squads.

Defender James Hill has been called up to the England senior squad for the first time, marking a significant milestone in his career. The Bournemouth defender has worked hard to establish himself in the Cherries' first team and will now have the opportunity to represent his country at the highest level.

Meanwhile, exciting young forward Junior Kroupi has also earned his maiden senior call up for France. The highly rated teenager has made a huge impression since arriving at Vitality Stadium, with his performances and growing influence in the Premier League catching the attention of the French national team.

Although injuries have opened the door for both players, their selections are further recognition of the progress they have made this season. It is another proud moment for Bournemouth, with two Cherries players set to experience senior international football for the very first time.