Liverpool vs. Bournemouth Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Premier League Odds for Season Opener
Liverpool will hope to repeat in the Premier League for 2025-26, and will begin defending their title at home on Friday night against Bournemouth. Can Mo Salah and Liverpool roll in this Premier League opener at Anfield? Let's take a look at the latest Liverpool vs. Bournemouth odds and provide our best bet.
OC Staff - August 14, 2025, 11:45 AM EDT
4 Minute ReadLiverpool vs. Bournemouth Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Premier League Odds for Season Opener
Reigning champions Liverpool begin their title defense in a Premier League curtain raiser at home against Bournemouth, who will be aiming to build on a strong season last time around having secured a top half finish. The match is scheduled for August 15th, 2025, at 20:00 at Anfield.
Liverpool vs. Bournemouth Recent Results
Liverpool's most recent competitive game was the Community Shield against Crystal Palace which they lost on penalties after a 2-2 draw. The Reds have been in fine form in pre-season, scoring plenty of goals, including a 4-1 victory over AC Milan.
Bournemouth's recent form is more difficult to assess due to the nature of pre-season. Their last game ended in a 0-0 draw with Real Sociedad, and they also recorded a 2-0 victory over West Ham.
Liverpool vs. Bournemouth Head-to-Head Record
Liverpool have dominated the recent head-to-head record against Bournemouth, winning five of the last six encounters. However, Bournemouth did manage a 2-0 victory in their most recent match in February 2025.
Looking back further, Liverpool have been particularly dominant at Anfield, and Bournemouth have lost seven of their eight league trips to Anfield, conceding 26 goals in the process.
Liverpool vs. Bournemouth Odds
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Liverpool vs. Bournemouth Probable Lineups
Liverpool (4-2-3-1): Becker; Kerkez, Van Dijk, Konaté, Frimpong; Mac Allister, Szoboszlai; Gakpo, Wirtz, Salah; Ekitiké
Bournemouth (4-2-3-1): Petrovic; Truffert, Senesi, Araujo, Smith; Adams, Brooks; Semenyo, Billing, Tavernier; Evanilson
Liverpool vs. Bournemouth Injuries & News
Liverpool will be without goalkeeper Joe Gomez due to an Achilles problem, while Ryan Gravenberch is suspended. Conor Bradley is also doubtful after missing the Community Shield. New signings Milos Kerkez, Jeremie Frimpong, Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike are all in line to make their debuts.
Bournemouth have a number of injury concerns. Justin Kluivert is doubtful, while Lewis Cook and Enes Ünal are sidelined with long-term knee injuries. Ryan Christie and Luis Sinisterra are also unlikely to be fit. Adrien Truffert is expected to make his debut at left-back.
Liverpool vs. Bournemouth Match Trends
- Liverpool have been winning at both half time and full time in 11 of their last 13 matches against Bournemouth in all competitions.
- Liverpool have won 12 of their last 13 matches against Bournemouth in all competitions.
- Liverpool have scored at least 2 goals in 15 of their last 16 matches against Bournemouth in all competitions.
- Liverpool have seen over 2.5 goals in their last 7 home matches against Bournemouth in all competitions.
- Liverpool have kept a clean sheet in their last 3 matches against Bournemouth in all competitions.
Liverpool vs. Bournemouth Prediction
Liverpool are heavily favored to win this match, and with good reason. The Reds have a strong record against Bournemouth, particularly at Anfield, and have been in fine form in pre-season. Bournemouth, on the other hand, have a number of injury concerns and have struggled against Liverpool in the past. Everything points to a routine home victory.
- Predicted Score: Liverpool 3-0 Bournemouth
Liverpool vs. Bournemouth Best Bet
Liverpool have been winning at both half time and full time in 11 of their last 13 matches against Bournemouth in all competitions. With Liverpool expected to dominate from the start, backing them to win both halves looks a solid bet.
- Pick: Liverpool to Win Both Halves (+175) Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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