Liverpool Looks to Extend Dominance as Bournemouth Eyes Upset
Liverpool continue their pursuit of Premier League glory as they travel to the Vitality Stadium to face an in-form Bournemouth side on Saturday afternoon.
The Reds are in commanding form, sitting comfortably at the top of the table after a dominant 4-1 victory over Ipswich Town last weekend. That triumph extended their impressive unbeaten league run to 18 matches, solidifying their title ambitions.
However, their European campaign hit a stumbling block midweek, suffering a 3-2 defeat at PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League. Despite the setback, Arne Slot’s side will be eager to bounce back and maintain their domestic momentum.
Bournemouth, on the other hand, enter this fixture riding high on confidence. Andoni Iraola’s men delivered a stunning 5-0 thrashing of Nottingham Forest in their last outing, propelling them to seventh place in the Premier League standings. Their remarkable 11-match unbeaten streak, dating back to November, underscores their resurgence.
Betting Preview: Can Bournemouth Challenge the League Leaders?
Despite Bournemouth’s solid form, bookmakers remain firmly in favor of Liverpool securing all three points.
- Liverpool to Win – 8/13 (Boylesports)
- Bournemouth to Win – 7/2 (Boylesports)
- Draw – 3/1 (Boylesports)
Liverpool have historically dominated this fixture, winning 11 of their last 12 encounters against the Cherries. Their last meeting at Anfield ended in a comfortable 3-0 victory for the Reds, a scoreline that is priced at 14/1 to repeat.
Key Players to Watch
Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) – The Egyptian forward is in unstoppable form, having notched his 19th Premier League goal of the season last weekend. Salah is well-priced at 20/21 to find the back of the net once again.
Dango Ouattara (Bournemouth) – Fresh from a hat-trick against Nottingham Forest, the attacker is a tempting 3/1 to continue his scoring streak.
Predicted Line-ups & Team News
Bournemouth: Kepa; Cook, Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Kerkez; Christie, Adams; Brooks, Kluivert, Semenyo; Ouattara.
Liverpool: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konaté, Van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Szoboszlai, Gakpo; Diaz.
Injury concerns may force Lewis Cook into an unfamiliar right-back role once again, while Liverpool are expected to recall their strongest XI after rotating their squad in midweek.
Betting Tips & Predictions
Both Teams to Score & Over 2.5 Goals (4/5, William Hill)
With Bournemouth’s recent attacking prowess and Liverpool’s firepower, an entertaining contest is expected. This bet has landed in three of Bournemouth’s last five league games and six of Liverpool’s previous nine.
Mohamed Salah to Score Anytime (20/21, Boylesports)
Salah remains Liverpool’s most dangerous goal threat and is a solid bet to add to his tally.
Lewis Cook to Be Carded (3/1, Boylesports)
With defensive responsibilities likely on his shoulders, Cook is a prime candidate for a yellow card.
This highly anticipated Premier League clash kicks off on February 1, 2025, at 15:00 GMT. Stay tuned for more expert analysis and betting insights in our dedicated betting previews section.
