Liverpool vs AFC Bournemouth Prediction, Odds and Picks for Tomorrow, 08/15/25

The wait is finally over. The Premier League returns on Friday when champions Liverpool host Bournemouth and we should be rewarded for our patience as the pair look sure to put on a thriller at Anfield.  The Reds ran away with the title in Arne Slot’s debut campaign, finishing 10 points clear of next-best Arsenal, but the betting suggests they are no sure things to retain their crown, with the Gunners and Manchester City available at similar odds.

Those rivals will have been happy with Liverpool’s mediocre performance in the Community Shield, as Slot’s side were outshot 14-12 by eventual winners Crystal Palace. Ryan Gravenberch’s absence allowed the Eagles to cut through the Reds’ midfield with ease and the suspended Dutchman will be missed against Bournemouth.

The Cherries failed to score in both meetings with Liverpool last term but they can rectify that this time around thanks to Gravenberch’s suspension and the fact Liverpool may take time to fully acclimatize new players Jeremie Frimpong, Florian Wirtz, Hugo Ekitike and former Cherry Milos Kerkez.

Andoni Iraola’s team is unlikely to have enough to snap their 6-game losing streak on Anfield visits but they should at least net in defeat, with the Reds going 6 competitive games without a shutout.

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