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EFL Cup:
Bournemouth vs Liverpool
Kickoff
Time: 2023-11-02 03:45 (HKT)
Source:
REUTERS/PETER NICHOLLS
In last
weekend’s Premier League match, Bournemouth secured a 2-1 victory over Burnley
at their home ground. This win marked the end of their three-game losing streak
in the league and provided them with their first league victory of the season,
temporarily lifting them out of the relegation zone. Bournemouth underwent
changes during the summer transfer window, with Andoni Iraola, a young coach
from Vallecano, taking over as the team’s coach. Additionally, they made
several strong player acquisitions while retaining their core line-up. However,
they have faced challenges during the adjustment period and have been plagued
by injuries to key players, leading to an overall unsatisfactory performance
this season. Bournemouth have scored eight goals and conceded 21 in 10 league
matches, indicating a lack of effectiveness in both their offensive and
defensive play.
Source:
REUTERS/SCOTT HEPPELL
Liverpool
have shown significant improvements this season, resembling an upgraded version
2.0. The additions of Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai, Grafenberg, and
Wataru Endo have gradually strengthened Liverpool’s midfield, leading to
smoother and more creative passing. The players have developed good cooperation
with each other. Additionally, Darwin Nunez has delivered impressive
performances as a forward. He has scored remarkable goals in crucial matches,
demonstrating improved shooting skills and control. In the recent Premier
League match, Liverpool secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest
at home. They have achieved an unbeaten record of four wins and one draw in
their last five games, scoring 14 goals while only conceding three. Their
performance has been commendable both in terms of offense and defence.
As a team
aiming to avoid relegation, Bournemouth acknowledge that their overall strength
is not comparable to that of Liverpool. This season, their primary objective
remains securing their place in the league, and they may approach cup matches
with a more cautious mind-set. Even with their best efforts, Bournemouth’s
strength may not be sufficient to match the formidable power of Liverpool.
Given Liverpool’s formidable strength, it would be a difficult task for
Bournemouth to compete on an equal footing.
Bournemouth’s
Last 5 Games: WLLLW
23-10-28
Bournemouth 2-1 Burnley
23-10-21
Bournemouth 1-2 Wolves
23-10-07
Everton 3-0 Bournemouth
23-09-30
Bournemouth 0-4 Arsenal
23-09-28
Bournemouth 2-0 Stoke City
Liverpool’s
Last 5 Games: WWWDW
23-10-29
Liverpool 3-0 Nottingham Forest
23-10-27
Liverpool 5-1 Toulouse
23-10-21
Liverpool 2-0 Everton
23-10-08
Brighton 2-2 Liverpool
23-10-06
Liverpool 2-0 Union St.Gilloise
Head To Head
Record:
23-08-19
Liverpool 3-1 Bournemouth
23-03-11
Bournemouth 1-0 Liverpool
22-08-27
Liverpool 9-0 Bournemouth
20-03-07 Liverpool
2-1 Bournemouth
19-12-07
Bournemouth 0-3 Liverpool
Prediction: Liverpool to win