Liverpool vs Bournemouth Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips

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Aug 14, 2025 18:35 UTC
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A Blockbuster Start to the 2025/26 Premier League Season

The Premier League will begin the 2025/26 season with a bang when defending champions Liverpool face AFC Bournemouth at Anfield. Bournemouth, currently managed by Andoni Iraola, hopes to upset a Liverpool squad that has undergone significant defensive reconstruction. Arne Slot’s side, however, has a shot at claiming the title with a fresh look after a record-breaking summer transfer window.

With new signings like Hugo Ekitike, Florian Wirtz, Jeremie Frimpong, and Milos Kerkez set to make their league debuts for the Reds, the Kop is expecting fireworks.

Bournemouth, meanwhile, have been busy in the transfer market themselves but face the daunting task of trying to secure their first-ever win at Anfield.

Match Details

FixtureLiverpool vs. AFC Bournemouth
DateFriday, 15 August 2025
Kick-off At19:00 UTC
Venue:Anfield, Liverpool
CompetitionPremier League 2025/26 – Matchday 1
Win ProbabilityLiverpool 74% and Draw 15% and Bournemouth 11%

Liverpool Team News

Liverpool’s squad looks strong despite a couple of absentees. The summer signings are grabbing headlines, with Ekitike, Wirtz, Frimpong, and Kerkez expected to start after impressing in the Community Shield.

One notable absentee is Ryan Gravenberch, who misses out due to suspension after a red card at the end of last season. He also sat out the Wembley clash due to the birth of his child.

Curtis Jones could start in midfield alongside Dominik Szoboszlai, unless Alexis Mac Allister is fully fit to return to the XI.

In attack, Mohamed Salah and Cody Gakpo should flank Ekitike in a potent front three. The center-back pairing of Ibrahima Konaté and Virgil van Dijk remains solid, while Alisson starts in goal. Joe Gomez and Conor Bradley are still sidelined.

Predicted Liverpool XI:

  • Alisson; Frimpong, Konaté, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Mac Allister, Szoboszlai; Salah, Wirtz, Gakpo; Ekitike.

Bournemouth Team News

Bournemouth is in transition after losing key defenders Illia Zabarnyi, Dean Huijsen, and Milos Kerkez. Their defense could feature new signing Bafode Diakite alongside Marcos Senesi, with Adrien Truffert debuting at left-back.

In midfield, Tyler Adams and Hamed Traore are expected to start, while Marcus Tavernier could play as the No.10 in the absence of Justin Kluivert. The wings could be manned by Antoine Semenyo and David Brooks, with Evanilson leading the line.

Injury absentees include Enes Unal (ACL), Lewis Cook (knee), Luis Sinisterra (thigh), and Ryan Christie (groin).

Predicted Bournemouth XI:

  • Petrovic; Araujo, Diakite, Senesi, Truffert; Adams, Traore; Semenyo, Tavernier, Brooks; Evanilson.

Head-to-Head Record

Liverpool dominates this fixture historically:

  • Liverpool wins: 19

  • Bournemouth wins: 2

  • Draws: 3

Recent matches have overwhelmingly favored the Reds, with 12 wins in the last 13 meetings. Notable achievements include a 9-0 thumping in August 2022 and back-to-back clean sheet victories last season (3-0 and 2-0).

Bournemouth’s last win over Liverpool came in March 2023 (1-0 at home), and their last draw at Anfield was back in 2017.

Form Guide

Liverpool

  • Pre-season saw mixed results, including a Community Shield penalty loss to Crystal Palace after a 2-2 draw.
  • Strong home record: 17-match unbeaten streak in the Premier League at Anfield.
  • Last season’s champions scored 86 goals and conceded just 32.

Bournemouth

  • Finished 9th last season—their highest Premier League points tally (56).

  • Lost key defenders over the summer.

  • Pre-season form: no wins in last 4 friendlies (2 draws, 2 defeats).

Tactical Analysis

Liverpool’s Approach

  • Expect Liverpool to dominate possession, push full-backs high, and overload the flanks with Salah and Gakpo cutting inside.

  • Ekitike’s movement offers a new dimension, while Wirtz adds creativity in central areas.

Bournemouth’s Strategy

  • In order to respond, Bournemouth will probably defend deep and try to use Semenyo's speed and Tavernier's vision.

  • Evanilson’s ability to hold the ball up could be key to relieving pressure.

Key Battle

  • Kerkez vs Semenyo—Liverpool’s new left-back faces a tricky winger in his old team.

  • Van Dijk vs. Evanilson—The Reds’ captain must contain the Brazilian striker.

Betting Insights & Predictions

Liverpool vs. Bournemouth Odds

  • Liverpool Win: 1.25

  • Draw: 6.50

  • Bournemouth Win: 12.00

  • Best Betting Tips

    • Liverpool to win & Both Teams to Score—Bournemouth’s attack has the potential to snatch one.

    • Over 2.5 Goals – Historically a high-scoring fixture.

    • Mohamed Salah to Score Anytime – Opening day specialist with 9 consecutive season-opener goals.

Players to Watch

  • Hugo Ekitike (Liverpool)—The French striker is tipped to make an instant impact in the Premier League.

  • Antoine Semenyo (Bournemouth) – Bournemouth’s pacey winger could trouble Liverpool’s new full-back.

Key Stats Before Betting

  • Liverpool is unbeaten in their last 12 Premier League opening games.

  • Salah has scored in 9 consecutive Premier League openers.

  • Bournemouth has never won at Anfield.

Predicted Score

  • Liverpool 3–1 Bournemouth

  • Expect a dominant Liverpool performance, but with Bournemouth showing enough attacking threat to grab a consolation goal.

Champions to Stand!

The Premier League is back with a big game at Anfield, with all signs suggesting Liverpool will win. With new signings eager to make an impression and Salah chasing another record, the champions will surely want to start strong.

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