Liverpool vs Bournemouth 7/5 Bet Builder – Tipster Wizard
The Premier League is back and gets underway as reigning champions Liverpool welcome Bournemouth to Anfield. Ahead of the opening fixture, Tipster Wizard has created a bumper Bet Builder!
Half/Full Result – Liverpool/Liverpool
Liverpool are unbeaten in their last 12 opening day fixtures, winning nine and drawing three. They have won each of their last five openers at home and have a dominant record against Bournemouth.
They have beaten the Cherries in their last six consecutive games at Anfield, leading at halftime and fulltime, landing this selection comfortably. With Bournemouth having a disappointing pre-season, I expect Arne Slot's men to stamp their authority on this game inside the first 45 minutes and kick off their campaign with a win.
Team Goals –
Liverpool over 1.5
Bournemouth have lost their entire back line consisting of Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Kepa & Kerkez, which has severely weakened them defensively. Liverpool have scored at least two goals in their last seven head-to-head games against Bournemouth at home, and the additions of Florian Wirtz & Hugo Ekitike to an already lethal attack should help them put the ball into the back of the net at least twice.
Team Cards –
Liverpool Under 2.5
Liverpool were ranked 17th for yellow cards last season and are generally a side that don't commit a lot of fouls, especially at home. They received just one yellow card in this fixture last season and considering they are expected to brush Bournemouth aside comfortably, I don't expect there to be too many yellow cards dished out.
We also have referee Anthony Taylor in charge who had one of the lowest cards/game averages in the Premier League last season.
