After thrashing Nottingham Forest 5-0, Bournemouth are looking to halt Liverpool’s impressive run in the Premier League as they host them at the Vitality Stadium on February 1, 2025. Africa Football editor Bill Eshun looks into the upcoming clash.
Key Facts
- Bournemouth are unbeaten in their last 12 matches in all competitions.
- Liverpool have defeated Bournemouth in each of their last four meetings in all competitions.
Bournemouth have been a revelation in the Premier League this season, causing problems for both top teams and others. They delivered a resounding victory against surprise title contenders Nottingham Forest and are now firmly in contention for a European spot, sitting just one point below the top four.
Liverpool, on the other hand, continue to perform strongly in domestic competition despite their recent Champions League defeat. They currently hold a six-point lead over Arsenal and have a game in hand.
However, it will be a tough challenge for the Cherries, as they have failed to beat the Reds in their last three encounters.
Semenyo Remains on Fire
Antoine Semenyo recently reached double figures in goal contributions for the second consecutive season, becoming only the second Ghanaian to achieve this in the Premier League, after Anthony Yeboah did so with Leeds in the 1990s.
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The forward has scored seven goals and provided three assists so far this season. He also ranks among the top five for take-ons, highlighting his attacking threat. He will be one of the key players Liverpool must contain.
The Odds
Bournemouth’s chances of winning are currently priced at 4.58 according to 1xBet, while Liverpool’s odds stand at 1.71. A draw is priced at 4.48.
Prediction
This is expected to be one of the toughest games for Liverpool, but given their form in the Premier League, it will be difficult for them to suffer a defeat.
Scoreline Prediction: Bournemouth 1-1 Liverpool
