Bournemouth vs Liverpool prediction, head-to-head and probable lineups - 24 January 2026
One of the fixtures of Premier League Matchday 23 will take place on Saturday at the Vitality Stadium in Bournemouth, where the local side hosts Liverpool. I’m backing a bet on goals in this clash, with a solid chance for success.
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Match preview
Andoni Iraola’s side continues to stall: just one win in their last 14 matches and a string of injuries are again hitting their ambitions hard. The loss of Tavernier, sidelined with a hamstring injury, seriously weakens the Cherries’ attack, and Semenyo’s departure has left the club without one of its most progressive players.
Nevertheless, Bournemouth remains a tough opponent for many - their aggressive style leaves rivals with little time to think. The team’s last eight matches have all seen goals at both ends, and that trend could continue, especially given the presence of dangerous players like Adli and Evanilson.
Liverpool, by contrast, arrive in Bournemouth off the back of a confident 3-0 Champions League victory over Marseille. However, in the Premier League, they’re currently on an uncharacteristic run of draws - four consecutive matches without a win. Dropping points against Burnley was particularly painful, allowing the chasing pack to close in on the Reds in the table.
Despite that, Liverpool still boasts the longest unbeaten run in Europe’s top five leagues - 13 matches in a row. Slot’s team remains in the top four and continues to play well on the road. Salah’s return injects the attack with fresh impetus, while players like Szoboszlai and Wirtz are creating plenty of chances. The match against Bournemouth is the perfect opportunity to break their drawing streak and finally claim their first Premier League win of 2026.
Probable lineups
- Bournemouth: Petrovic, Smith, Hill, Senesi, Truffert, Scott, Cook, Jimenez, Krupi, Adli, Evanilson
- Liverpool: Alisson, Frimpong, Konate, van Dijk, Kerkez, Gravenberch, Jones, Salah, Szoboszlai, Wirtz, Ekitike
Match facts and head-to-head
- Liverpool have won 12 of their 13 Premier League matches against Bournemouth.
- Bournemouth’s last eight games have seen both teams score at least once.
- Since 1980, Liverpool have never drawn five consecutive Premier League matches - the current streak is four.
Prediction
Bournemouth are capable of scoring, especially with home support, but injury issues and poor form make a shock result unlikely. Liverpool look stronger across the pitch, and Salah’s return adds firepower to their attack. With the right focus, the Reds should take all three points, and the game itself promises plenty of action and goals.
