Liverpool vs Bournemouth – Predicted lineup and team news | OneFootball

Liverpool commence their 2025/26 Premier League campaign against Bournemouth at Anfield on Friday evening.

Arne Slot looks to guide the defending champions to a winning start following their penalty shootout disappointment against Crystal Palace in the Community Shield.

The Reds face a Bournemouth side that has undergone significant changes during the summer transfer window, with new arrivals attempting to fill the void left by several key departures to Europe’s elite clubs.

Liverpool vs Bournemouth – Predicted lineup and team news

Liverpool team news

Preparations for the league opener have been shaped by a mix of injury concerns and suspension. Ryan Gravenberch is unavailable after receiving a red card on the final day of the 2024/25 season and will serve a one‑match ban.

Conor Bradley remains out, having missed the pre-season double‑header against Athletic Club and the Community Shield against Crystal Palace due to injury.

Joe Gomez has recovered from the Achilles issue sustained in pre‑season and could return to the matchday squad. New signings Hugo Ekitike, Florian Wirtz, Jeremie Frimpong and Milos Kerkez are all in contention for their first Premier League appearances for the club.

Slot is expected to field a side built on the defensive partnership of Ibrahima Konate and Virgil van Dijk, in front of Alisson. Mohamed Salah and Cody Gakpo should provide the attacking width, with new arrival Ekitike leading the line.

Liverpool predicted lineup

Liverpool predicted XI: Alisson; Frimpong, Konaté, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Mac Allister, Szoboszlai; Salah, Wirtz, Gakpo; Ekitike.

When is Liverpool vs Bournemouth?

Liverpool face Bournemouth at Anfield on Friday, 15th August 2025. Kick-off is 8 PM BST.

How to watch Liverpool vs Bournemouth?

The match will be shown live on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Ultra HDR. Sky Sports subscribers can access live streaming through the Sky Go app, whilst NOW TV offers day passes for non-subscribers.

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