Liverpool vs AFC Bournemouth LIVE: Premier League team news, line-ups and more

Football
16 Aug 2025 • 1:00 AM MYT
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Follow live coverage as Liverpool face AFC Bournemouth today in the Premier League. Another top-flight season will be covered in full right here with The Independent, as reigning champions Liverpool look to fend off competition from Arsenal, Manchester City and more.

The race for the Champions League places should also be a compelling battle, with a fifth place possible for English teams. Manchester United’s latest rebuild under Ruben Amorim sets expectations high once more after a dismal season last time out.

Meanwhile, it’s Burnley, Leeds United and Sunderland who made it back to the elite after promotion last year and each will have hope they can make it more than a one-year stay. Follow the latest live action from the Premier League below:

Liverpool FC - AFC Bournemouth

Liverpool vs AFC Bournemouth

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Arne Slot guided Liverpool convincingly to the title in his first term on the red side of Merseyside last season. His title-winning squad has since been boosted by the arrivals of Hugo Ekitike and Florian Wirtz, as well as Jeremie Frimpong. Milos Kerkez also signed from visitors Bournemouth, who have seen a fair few exits this transfer window.

Liverpool vs AFC Bournemouth

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Hello and welcome to LIVE coverage of the Premier League opener between defending champions Liverpool and Bournemouth at Anfield.

Liverpool vs AFC Bournemouth

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Follow all the goals and latest action from the Premier League here with The Independent. Team news and line-ups coming up shortly…