Liverpool made a statement in their first Premier League match under new boss Arne Slot, thrashing Bournemouth 4-0 at Anfield in a thrilling season opener.
The Reds were in scintillating form, with goals from Darwin Núñez, Diogo Jota, and a brace from Mohamed Salah sealing a comprehensive victory. The performance sent a clear message to their title rivals that Liverpool mean business this season.
Slot's System Shines
New manager Arne Slot's attacking philosophy was evident from the first whistle, with Liverpool playing with intensity and creativity. The Dutchman's high-pressing system caused Bournemouth constant problems, with the Cherries struggling to cope with Liverpool's relentless energy.
Key Moments
- 16th minute: Núñez opens the scoring with a clinical finish after brilliant work from Trent Alexander-Arnold
- 33rd minute: Jota doubles the lead with a powerful header from Andy Robertson's cross
- 55th minute: Salah converts from the spot after a handball decision
- 72nd minute: Salah completes his brace with a trademark left-footed finish
Player Ratings
Liverpool: Alisson (7), Alexander-Arnold (8), Van Dijk (8), Konaté (7), Robertson (8), Mac Allister (8), Szoboszlai (7), Jones (7), Salah (9), Núñez (8), Jota (8)
Bournemouth: Neto (5), Smith (5), Zabarnyi (4), Senesi (4), Kerkez (5), Cook (5), Christie (5), Tavernier (5), Kluivert (5), Semenyo (5), Solanke (5)
What This Means
The victory sees Liverpool top the Premier League table after the first round of matches, while Bournemouth will need to regroup quickly ahead of their next fixture. For Slot, it was the perfect start to his Anfield reign, with the Kop already singing his name after just 90 minutes in charge.
