Liverpool vs AFC Bournemouth LIVE: Premier League result, final score and reaction
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This year sees Manchester City try to defend their crown and claim a historic fourth title in succession. Pep Guardiola’s all-conquering City, who also won the Champions League and FA Cup last season, will have to see off Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool and the rest to claim an unprecedented sixth league title in seven years.
Meanwhile Luton Town are making their first appearance in the Premier League, having risen from non-league in an incredible decade of progress. They followed Championship winners Burnley and second-placed Sheffield United in earning promotion to the top flight.
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Liverpool vs AFC Bournemouth
Receiving the ball from Jota just outside the box, Salah slices his shot on the turn and sees it spiral well over the crossbar.
Liverpool vs AFC Bournemouth
With his second goal of the 2023-24 season, Diaz has now scored three times in two Premier League appearances against Bournemouth - and there's still an hour left on the clock today.
Liverpool vs AFC Bournemouth
Following a forward run, Senesi releases Solanke through the centre and into Liverpool's area. Though the striker then goes down under pressure, claims for a penalty are muted and play continues.
Liverpool vs AFC Bournemouth
Neto gratefully clings on to the ball inside his six-yard box after a switch of passes between Mac Allister and Salah opens up space on the right-hand side of Bournemouth's box.
Liverpool vs AFC Bournemouth
Though he is ultimately flagged for offisde, Solanke causes more problems at the heart of Liverpool's defence with a forceful run and a neat combination with Billing. He's clearly got a point to prove on his latest return to Anfield.
Liverpool vs AFC Bournemouth
Leaning back a little, Solanke fires well over from just outside the Liverpool area at the end of a quick Bournemouth counter-attack. The visitors have continued to pose a threat since going in front.
Liverpool vs AFC Bournemouth
Liverpool are finding some rhythm now, as Salah lays the ball off for Gakpo around 20 yards out from goal, before the Netherlands international hammers a wayward shot over the crossbar.
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