Liverpool kick off the 2025–26 Premier League season on Friday evening when they welcome Bournemouth to Anfield.
The Reds head into the new campaign aiming to defend their crown and clinch successive titles for the first time in the Premier League era, but they are expecting a much tougher ride in the battle for the summit this season. Arsenal, Manchester City and Chelsea are all considered significant rivals for first place.
Stumbling at the first hurdle would not be a good look for Arne Slot and his players, who will want to avoid the same disappointment they felt last weekend during the Community Shield. Liverpool were beaten on penalties by Crystal Palace at Wembley Stadium following a disjointed defensive display.
Slot’s unlikely to make many alterations from the team that was given a reality check by the Eagles, with an array of summer additions handed competitive debuts in Liverpool red.
Here’s how the Reds could line up at Anfield for their Premier League opener.
