Liverpool vs Bournemouth: Premier League Live Updates, Team News & Jota Tribute at Anfield
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Liverpool vs Bournemouth: Premier League 2025-26 Season Opener
By Harry Bamforth, Lewis Steele, and Ian Ladyman | Updated: 19:20 BST, 15 August 2025
Anfield erupted in applause as Liverpool honored Diogo Jota pre-match.
Match Overview
Liverpool kicked off their 2025-26 Premier League campaign with a thrilling 3-1 victory over Bournemouth at Anfield. The Reds paid an emotional tribute to forward Diogo Jota, who announced his retirement earlier this week, with a minute’s applause before kick-off.
Key Moments
12′ GOAL (Liverpool 1-0): Mohamed Salah opened the scoring with a clinical finish, assisted by Darwin Núñez.
34′ GOAL (Bournemouth 1-1): Dominic Solanke silenced the home crowd with a header from a corner.
67′ GOAL (Liverpool 2-1): Alexis Mac Allister curled in a stunning free-kick.
89′ GOAL (Liverpool 3-1): Substitute Cody Gakpo sealed the win with a counter-attack.
Salah’s early strike set the tone for Liverpool’s dominance.
Team News
- Liverpool: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Van Dijk, Konaté, Robertson; Szoboszlai, Mac Allister, Jones; Salah, Núñez, Diaz.
- Bournemouth: Neto; Smith, Zabarnyi, Senesi, Kerkez; Cook, Adams; Tavernier, Christie, Kluivert; Solanke.
Tribute to Diogo Jota
Fans unveiled a mosaic reading "Obrigado Jota" during pre-game ceremonies. The Portuguese forward, who scored 76 goals for Liverpool, received a standing ovation.
Jota’s legacy celebrated by the Anfield faithful.
Manager Reactions
Jurgen Klopp (Liverpool):
"Diogo’s spirit inspired us today. The boys showed hunger, but we must stay grounded."
Andoni Iraola (Bournemouth):
"We competed well but lacked composure in key moments. Plenty to build on."
Stat Highlights
- Possession: Liverpool 64% – 36% Bournemouth
- Shots on Target: 7 – 3
- Corners: 8 – 4
Fan Reactions
Social media buzzed with praise for Mac Allister’s free-kick and Gakpo’s impact off the bench.
Up Next
Liverpool face Arsenal at the Emirates next weekend, while Bournemouth host newly promoted Leeds.
Mac Allister’s pinpoint strike secured Liverpool’s comeback.
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