Liverpool's recent Premier League form faces a test as they travel to the Vitality Stadium to face Bournemouth on Saturday, January 24, 2026. Liverpool is currently 4th in the Premier League while Bournemouth is 15th.
Bournemouth is dealing with a significant injury crisis, potentially missing up to eight players for the match. The recent departure of Antonie Semenyo has further depleted their attacking options. Marcus Tavernier is the latest absentee after suffering a hamstring injury in the 1-1 draw against Brighton, while David Brooks is also sidelined with an ankle problem. They join Justin Kluivert and ex-Red Ben Gannon-Doak on the sidelines.
Liverpool has been struggling to maintain consistency, having drawn their last four Premier League matches. They are aiming to end their run of four Premier League matches without a win. Liverpool secured a 4-2 victory against Bournemouth in their opening Premier League game of the season. New signing Hugo Ekitike, who was signed for £79 million, scored in that match. Liverpool had to fight for the three points in that match, with Bournemouth showing immense counter attacking quality. Antoine Semenyo scored twice for Bournemouth in that match. Federico Chiesa scored his first premier league goal in that match. Mo Salah also scored, celebrating his goal as a tribute to the late Diogo Jota.
Historically, Liverpool has dominated Bournemouth, winning at both half time and full time in 12 of their last 14 matches against Bournemouth in all competitions. Matches between Bournemouth and Liverpool have typically featured a lot of goals, with over 2.5 goals scored in 15 of their last 17 matches in all competitions.
