As the Premier League heads into its 23rd round, the Vitality Stadium sets the stage for an intriguing clash between Bournemouth and Liverpool on January 24, 2026.
Bournemouth, currently positioned 15th with 27 points, have shown resilience in recent matches, scoring in 82% of their games this season. However, their defensive frailties are evident, particularly in the final 15 minutes of matches, where they’ve conceded the most goals.




| 10Ryan Christie |
| 17Fraser Forster |
| 18Bafode Diakite |
| 26Enes Unal |
| 27Alex Tóth |
| 44Veljko Milosavljevic |
| 49Dominic Sadi |
| 50Remy Rees-Dottin |
| 51Malcom Dacosta |
| 3Wataru Endo |
| 17Curtis Jones |
| 22Hugo Ekitike |
| 25Giorgi Mamardashvili |
| 26Andrew Robertson |
| 28Freddie Woodman |
| 42Trey Nyoni |
| 47Calvin Ramsay |
| 73Rio Ngumoha |
Match Facts
- Bournemouth have conceded most goals in the time interval 76-90 this season.
- In the 8 matches refereed by Michael Salisbury, 0 red cards are given on average this season.
- Liverpool concede 1.4 goals on average in 22 matches this season.
- Virgil van Dijk is the oldest player in the two starting lineups today.
- Bournemouth have scored in 82% of the matches this season.
Liverpool, sitting 4th with 36 points, are the bookmaker’s favourites. They have been solid defensively, conceding an average of 1.4 goals per game, and their attacking prowess remains a threat, especially with the likes of Mohamed Salah and Hugo Ekitike leading the charge.
The weather forecast predicts overcast clouds with a chilly temperature of 1°C, which could influence the pace and intensity of the game.
Bournemouth vs. Liverpool Prediction & Tip
The recommended tip for this match is “Over 2.5 goals in the 1st half.” Given both teams’ attacking tendencies and defensive vulnerabilities, early goals could set the tone for an open and high-scoring first half.
- Bournemouth’s aggressive start often leaves them vulnerable, creating chances for both teams.
- Liverpool’s strong attacking tempo generates numerous first-half opportunities.
- Both teams have shown a tendency to score and concede early in games.
With these factors in play, expect a thrilling first half with plenty of goal-scoring action.
