Liverpool v Bournemoth: Lineups, Predictions & Betting Tips Predictions

Liverpool v Bournemouth Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Match Details: Aug 15, 2025 | Anfield | English Premier League | 20:00 GMT

Premier League Champions Liverpool will lift the curtain on the new season with a home game against a Bournemouth side, who have had their top talent plundered by some of Europe's elites, including Liverpool, during the off-season.

It has of course, been a hugely challenging few weeks for Liverpool, following the tragic passing of Diogo Jota and his brother André, but the Reds will be determined to carry his memory with pride during a season that again promises so much for Arne Slot's side.

Liverpool's Dutch boss has splashed the cash in the summer with Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike the most exciting of the new recruits. Supporters anticipation levels have only risen since Sunday's Community Shield at Wemley with Wirtz setting up Ekitike for the opening goal in splendid fashion.

While the Anfield men have seen Trent leave for Real Madrid, spare a thought for Bournemouth who have seen Dean Huijsen (Real Madrid), Milos Kerkez (Liverpool) and Ilya Zabarnyi (PSG) all depart during the transfer window.

Bournemouth must now go to Anfield, a venue they have never won a Premier League game at, without these top talents.

Key Betting Tip: Liverpool win & Over 2.5 goals @ 1.67 (Ladbrokes) - Our in-house tipsters give Liverpool a 60% chance of winning this game with over 2.5 match goals an 85% probability.

Liverpool v Bournemouth Predicted Lineups

Liverpool Predicted XI: Alisson, Van Dijk, Konate, Kerkez, Frimpong., Wirtz, Szoboszlai, Salah, Gravenberch, Gakpo, Ekitike.

Bournemouth Predicted XI: Petrovic; Araujo, Mepham, Senesi, Truffert; Billing, Soler, Adams; Semenyo, Evanilson, Brooks.

Liverpool v Bournemouth H2H Timeline

01/02/25 Bournemouth 0-2 Liverpool (EPL) 21/09/24 Liverpool 3-0 Bournemouth (EPL) 21/01/24 Bournemouth 0-4 Liverpool (EPL) 01/11/23 Bournemouth 1-2 Liverpool (EFL Cup) 19/08/23 Liverpool 3-1 Bournemouth (EPL)

Bournemouth have never won a Premier League match at Anfield and have lost the last five meetings across all competitions by an aggregate of 14-2.

Liverpool Last 5 Matches:

Crystal Palace 2-2 Liverpool (Palace won on penalties - Community Shield) Liverpool 3-2 Bilbao (CF) Liverpool 4-1 Bilbao (CF) Yokohama 1-3 Liverpool (CF) Liverpool 2-4 AC Milan (CF)

Liverpool have only suffered one 90 minute defeat in their last five which is admirable given the pre-season they've had, but the number of goals conceded will be a concern.

Bournemouth Last 5 Matches:

Bournemouth 0-0 Real Sociedad (CF) Bournemouth 1-1 Real Sociedad (CF) Bournemouth 0-2 West Ham (PL Summer Series) Man United 4-1 Bournemouth (PL Summer Series) Everton 0-3 Bournemouth (PL Summer Series)

In total, Bournemouth won three of their seven pre-season matches but the comprehensive defeats against West Ham and Man United are concerning going into a game like this.

Liverpool v Bournemouth Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with 60% confidence in a Liverpool victory. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Best Liverpool v Bournemouth Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: Liverpool win, BTTS & Over 2.5 Goals @ 6.67 (QuinnBet) - Our team of in-house betting tipsters have predicted a Liverpool win in this fixture. Their superior form, home advantage, and head-to-head record justify confidence in this selection. With both teams leaking goals in pre-season and losing some key defenders, there should be opening night goals at Anfield on Friday.

Key Players to Watch: Liverpool v Bournemouth

Mo Salah (Liverpool): Salah holds the EPL record for the most goals scored in opening day fixtures with 11. Salah added to his tally last season in the opening weekend victory over Ipswich, while he has scored 11 goals in as many league games against Bournemouth.

Florian Wirtz (Liverpool): One of Germany's most creative midfielders in recent seasons arrives into the Premier League having displayed glimpses of what he's capable of bringing to Liverpool at Wembley on Sunday. Wirtz set up the opening goal against Palace and is sure to be towards the top of the league's assist charts this season.

Hugo Ekitike (Liverpool): Ekitike also arrives with a stellar reputation from his time in the Bundesliga. The French striker bagged 22 goals in all competitions for Eintracht Frankfurt last season and he opened his Liverpool account with a well taken opener in the Community Shield.

Antoine Semenyo (Bournemouth): The Ghanian international scored 11 Premier League goals last season and also set up a further six in a stellar season for the 25-year-old.

Liverpool v Bournemouth Match Facts

Referee: TBC

Broadcast Details:

UK: Sky Sports Main Event/PL

Stadium Information: Anfield - The home of Liverpool F.C. since its formation in 1892. The stadium has a seating capacity of 61,276, making it the fifth largest stadium in England.