Liverpool vs AFC Bournemouth
English Premier League, England
Date: Saturday, 9th February 2019
Kick off at: 15.00 GMT
Venue: Anfield, Liverpool, England

Liverpool are looking to get themselves back in the top of premier league standings as they face Bournemouth this weekend. The Reds will be targeting no other than three points as they are keen on getting back on winning ways.

Liverpool vs AFC Bournemouth Possible Lineups

Here are the Possible lineups for both sides as they are gearing themselves for that intriguing premier league weekend battle at Anfield.  Let’s take a further look at what kind of lineups and formation that the two teams could be preparing to help them achieving their target.

Liverpool

Expected Formation: 4-2-3-1

Probable Lineups: Lopez(g);Milner, Matip, Van Dijk, Robertson(def);Fabinho, Keita(mid);Shaqiri, Firmino, Mane(att mid); Salah(att)

AFC Bournemouth

Expected Formation: 4-4-2

Probable Lineups: Boruc(g);Smith, S. Cook, Ake, Rico(def);Stanislas, Gosling, Surman, Fraser(mid);Solanke, King(att)

Recent Form

Heading into this Thursday clash, both teams have already been involved in several matches whether its in domestic cup games or premier league. Let’s find out what kind of results the two sides have been experiencing to get a clear idea on their current form.

Liverpool

Recent form in all competition (last five matches): LWWDD

The Reds have been experiencing a rather mixed results in recent five games, picking up two victories, two draws and one defeat. However, their last two games have only earned them one point each.

Drawing 1-1 against Leicester City at the end of January, The Reds followed it up with similar result last weekend against West Ham. Jurgen Klopp will be keen on regaining their winning run starting on Saturday against Bournemouth.

AFC Bournemouth

Recent form in all competition (last five matches) : LLWWL

Consistency remains as a major issue for Eddie Howe’s team as in their last five matches they picked up two victories and three defeats. The Cherries’ recent fixture was a disappointing loss against Cardiff City.

However, Howe’s team remain a threat as they have the ability to cause problems against big teams. One of their recent success against EPL top side was a massive 4-0 victory against Chelsea.

Team News

Liverpool

Klopp still have some similar injury issues for this weekend with long term problems involving Joe Gomez and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain. Meanwhile, Dejan Lovren could also miss this weekend tie as he hasn’t recovered from his hamstring injury.

Trent Alexander-Arnold could be available for selection, but might not start yet as Liverpool won’t take any risk. Jordan Henderson along with Gini Wijnaldum are also doubtful, following recent knocks they picked up against West Ham.

AFC Bournemouth

The Cherries also struggle currently with injuries to some of their important players. Callum Wilson, David Brooks, Lewis Cook along with Simon Francis are all not available for this weekend tie.

Wilson’s absence up front means that Dominique Solanke along with Josh King will be paired again. Meanwhile, Adam Smith could switch into right back position with Nathaniel Clyne, who is on loan from Liverpool, isn’t allowed to play against his parent club.

Head to Head Records:

In their latest five meetings, Liverpool have a better record than their opponent with three victories one draw and one defeat.

Both teams recent duel happened on December 8, 2018 which saw The Reds hammered The Cherries 4-0.

Match Prediction

Liverpool’s struggle in their last few games brings out some concern over their ability to regain their previous form. The Reds are hoping that they can grab all three points on Saturday in a convincing fashion.

Bournemouth themselves are hoping that they can put on another special performance just like what they did against The Blues. It’s a potentially intriguing contest, due to Klopp’s men unconvincing form recently.

Final Score 2 – 1