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Liverpool leave it late to beat Bournemouth

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Liverpool's Hugo Ekitike (right) celebrates their side's second goal of the game, scored by team-mate Cody Gakpo (left) during the Premier League match at Anfield, Liverpool. Picture date: Friday August 15, 2025.

Liverpool began their Premier League title defence with a thrilling 4-2 victory over Bournemouth at Anfield.

Liverpool begin their Premier League title defence with a 4-2 win against Bournemouth at Anfield on a night dedicated to former player Diogo Jota.

The Reds opened the scoring in the 37th minute when Hugo Ekitike scored a goal on his debut before Cody Gakpo doubled their lead 12 minutes later.

Antoine Semenyo brought the Cherries back into the game after he bagged a brace to make it 2-2.

However, late goals from Federico Chiesa and Mohamed Salah saw Liverpool walk away with a 4-2 win on the opening day of the Premier League.

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