Match Preview — Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League Clash
Kick-off time:
Liverpool host Bournemouth at Anfield tonight, Friday, August 15, 2025, with kick-off scheduled for 8:00 p.m. BST (3:00 p.m. ET). Fans worldwide are gearing up for this exciting Premier League opener.
Premier League official fixtures provide the full match schedule.
Liverpool vs Bournemouth Team News
- Ryan Gravenberch will miss this game after a suspension from a red card in last season’s finale (TalkSPORT).
- Joe Gomez could make the bench after resuming training (Liverpool FC official site).
- Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike are set for their Premier League debut, with high expectations from fans and pundits alike (The Times).
- Giovanni Leoni, Liverpool’s new defensive signing, is expected to strengthen the backline (Reuters).
- Bournemouth are struggling with injuries to key attackers like Justin Kluivert and Luis Sinisterra (Liverpool Offside).
Liverpool vs Bournemouth Head-to-Head Stats
- Liverpool have won five straight league games against Bournemouth, scoring 14 goals and conceding only 2 (ESPN Stats).
- At Anfield, Liverpool have a 10-match winning streak over Bournemouth.
- The Reds have not lost an opening Premier League game in 12 seasons.
You can see the full Liverpool vs Bournemouth H2H stats at Soccerway.
Liverpool vs Bournemouth Live Stream & TV Info
- UK: Sky Sports Premier League
- US: NBC Sports / Peacock TV
- Worldwide streaming: LiveSoccerTV
Make sure to check your local listings for Liverpool vs Bournemouth live stream options.
Manager Insights
Liverpool boss Arne Slot praised his squad as “the most honest team” and emphasized discipline and fair play (The Sun).
He also compared Florian Wirtz’s potential to legends like Messi and Ronaldo, while stressing the need for fitness and adaptation.
Liverpool vs Bournemouth Prediction
With Liverpool’s strong home record, attacking firepower, and Bournemouth’s defensive weaknesses, bookmakers favor a 2-1 Liverpool win.
- Predicted score: Liverpool 2-1 Bournemouth
- Betting odds: Liverpool -344, Draw +450, Bournemouth +800 (NBC Sports Betting Trends).
Final Thoughts
Tonight’s Liverpool vs Bournemouth Premier League match promises high energy, new player debuts, and an electric Anfield atmosphere. Liverpool’s attacking trio looks set to test Bournemouth’s patched-up defense. Still, the Cherries could surprise on the counterattack. Expect intensity, goals, and plenty of talking points.
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