Liverpool 3-0 Bournemouth as the Reds return to winning ways in the Premier League after suffering a narrow defeat to the tame Nottingham Forest.
Liverpool 3-0 Bournemouth is the full-time score for match day five for Arne Slot’s side. The Reds climbs to the top after this major win at Anfield.
Bournemouth broke the deadlock in the early stage through Antoine Semenyo but was disallowed for an offside. Former Juventus winger, Federico Chiesa, made his Anfield debut after coming on in the second half.
Midway through the first half, Luiz Diaz took the lead for the Reds after a fine pass from Ibrahima Konate, who ewuakized for the Reds during their midweek Champions League game against AC Milan. Liverpool added the second goal seconds after the first goal through a fine pass from Trent Alenxader Arnold to Luiz Diaz, who slotted the ball in the net.
The Reds were in the mood for more goals but only added the third eight minutes before the break after a fine finish from Darwin Nunez. This goal from Darwin has ended his 14-day goal drought.
Liverpool now sits at the second position with 12 points, as Manchester City leads with a game in hand. The title holders will be at the test at the Etihad on Sunday afternoon. A draw will reduce the gap between Manchester City and Liverpool to 4 points.
Liverpool hosts West Ham on Wednesday evening in the EFL Cup at Anfield. West Ham who suffered a 3-0 defeat to Chelsea at home will be aiming to progress past the Anfield giants. Their aim is to make them “walk alone” as Nottingham did to them.
After playing West Ham on Wednesday evening, the Reds will travel to West Midlands to play Wolverhamptoon Wanderers. A win away will be a major boost for Arne Slot’s side.
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