Liverpool aim to extend their six-match unbeaten streak when they visit Bournemouth on Sunday, a fixture where they hold a commanding historical record. The Reds, currently eighth in the Premier League with six points from four games, face a Cherries side still searching for their first top-flight win of the season under Marco Rose. Liverpool have scored 9 goals and conceded 8 in the league so far, averaging 2.25 goals per game and 2 goals conceded per game, with an average goal minute of 48. Their last match was a 3-1 win over Tottenham where Alexis Mac Allister scored in the 18th minute and Cody Gakpo netted in the 67th minute.
Manager Andoni Iraola confirmed his squad's readiness despite a cluster of absentees. "No, everyone is ready to go," Iraola said when asked about new fitness concerns. The unavailable list includes forward Federico Chiesa with a muscle injury, alongside attackers Hugo Ekitiké and Giovanni Leoni. Defender Joe Gomez, who returned to start in the midweek Carabao Cup win over Tottenham, is set to make his 300th appearance for the club if selected.
Bournemouth have their own selection issues, with midfielder Amine Adli, forward Eli Junior Kroupi and defenders Julián Araujo and Veljko Milosavljević all ruled out. The hosts sit 15th with three points but are unbeaten in their last three home matches, having scored in each. Liverpool's recent form shows three wins and two draws from their last five outings. Bournemouth have scored 5 goals and conceded 9 in their four league matches, averaging 1.25 goals per game and 2.25 goals conceded per game, with an average goal minute of 52.
Historical edge at Vitality
Liverpool's record at Bournemouth's Vitality Stadium provides a psychological boost, with nine wins from 14 visits. The Reds have dominated this fixture with 20 wins from 26 meetings. Iraola acknowledged the challenge, pointing out his side's unusual scheduling advantage after playing in Europe 48 hours before Liverpool's last match. "I think we have an advantage this time," he noted, while also recognising the difficulty of the task ahead.
A victory would consolidate Liverpool's position ahead of a busy period. Fans can check the full upcoming schedule on the club's fixtures page and view the latest squad information, including injury updates, on the squad section. The match kicks off on Sunday as Liverpool look to close the six-point gap to league leaders Arsenal.
