Bournemouth is set to roll out the welcome mat for Liverpool this Saturday at Vitality Stadium, as the two sides gear up for a Premier League showdown.
Liverpool will be looking to bounce back after a tough 3-2 road loss to PSV Eindhoven on January 29. Despite keeping the shot count close (10 to PSV’s 11), the Reds couldn’t quite turn the tide in their favor.
Meanwhile, Bournemouth put on a show in their last outing, thrashing Nottingham Forest 5-0 at home on January 25. Interestingly, despite being outshot by Forest, the Cherries made every chance count in a ruthless display.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.
Bournemouth vs. Liverpool live stream, TV channel
Here’s how to watch this Premier League match in the U.S.:
- TV channel: USA Network
- Live stream: Fubo, NBC Sports App
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What time does Bournemouth vs. Liverpool kick off?
This Premier League clash takes place at the Vitality Stadium in Bournemouth, England and kicks off on Saturday, February 1 at 3 p.m. local time.
Here’s how that time translates across the U.S:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Eastern Time | Sat, Feb. 1 | 10 a.m. |
| Central Time | Sat, Feb. 1 | 9 a.m. |
| Mountain Time | Sat, Feb. 1 | 8 a.m. |
| Pacific Time | Sat, Feb. 1 | 7 a.m. |
Bournemouth vs. Liverpool predicted lineups, team news
Bournemouth may have a few names on their injury report, but the biggest blows come up front. Rising star Evanilson, who’s been turning heads this season, is sidelined until at least April, while Enes Ünal won’t be back at all after undergoing surgery for a torn ligament.
The Cherries will have to navigate the rest of the campaign without him, making their attacking options a little thinner.
Bournemouth predicted lineup (4-2-3-1, right to left): Arrizabalaga (GK) — Cook, Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Kerkez — Christie, Adams — Brooks, Kluivert, Semenyo — Outtara
Injured: Unal, Scott, Sinisterra, Araujo, Senesi, Smith, Evanilson, Hill
Suspended: None
Liverpool’s injury list has a few familiar faces. Joe Gomez is inching closer to a return but still needs a few more weeks on the sidelines.
Diogo Jota, in what feels like déjà vu, has picked up yet another muscle issue and is on a similar recovery timeline. Meanwhile, Curtis Jones is nursing a knock, but there’s a good chance he’ll be fit enough to make the squad against Bournemouth.
Liverpool predicted lineup (4-2-3-1, right to left): Allison (GK) — Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson — Gravenberch, Mac Allister — Salah, Szobozslai, Gakpo — Diaz
Injured: Gomez, Jota, Jones
Suspended: None
Bournemouth vs. Liverpool Prediction
Bournemouth have turned their season around after a rocky stretch that saw them drop five of nine matches between September and November. Since then, they’ve been a force to be reckoned with, racking up eight wins and four draws in their last 12 outings. On home turf, they’ve already taken down some heavyweights, including Arsenal, Manchester City, and Tottenham.
Meanwhile, Arne Slot is off to a flying start as Liverpool’s boss, guiding the Reds to the top of the Premier League table after 22 matches. With a six-point cushion over second-place Arsenal—who’ve played an extra game—Liverpool remain unbeaten on the road, boasting eight wins and three draws.
This one promises fireworks, with both teams eager to make their mark. Expect plenty of chances at both ends, but don’t be surprised if Liverpool snatches it late in classic fashion.
- Prediction: Bournemouth 1-2 Liverpool
Premier League fixture schedule this week
All times ET
Saturday, February 1
- Nottingham Forest vs. Brighton & Hove Albion (7:30 a.m.)
- Bournemouth vs. Liverpool (10 a.m.)
- Everton vs. Leicester City (10 a.m.)
- Ipswich Town vs. Southampton (10 a.m.)
- Newcastle United vs. Fulham (10 a.m.)
- Wolverhampton Wanderers vs. Aston Villa (12:30 p.m.)
Sunday, February 2
- Brentford vs. Tottenham Hotspur (9 a.m.)
- Manchester United vs. Crystal Palace (9 a.m.)
- Arsenal vs. Manchester City (11:30 a.m.)
Monday, February 3
- Chelsea vs. West Ham (3:00 p.m.)
