Liverpool dominated Bournemouth with a commanding 3-0 win at Anfield, propelling themselves to the top of the Premier League table.
Eager to bounce back from a surprising defeat to Nottingham Forest, the Reds showcased their attacking prowess, particularly in the first half.
The match began with a disallowed goal from Antoine Semenyo in the fourth minute, but the momentum quickly shifted to Liverpool.
Luis Diaz, in sensational form, struck twice within a mere two minutes, bringing his tally to five goals early in the season. His first goal was aided by a defensive error, while Kepa Arrizabalaga in goal could only watch as Diaz capitalized on the mistake.
The floodgates opened further when Darwin Nunez unleashed a stunning curler, marking his first goal in 14 competitive appearances.
His strike added to the growing pressure on Bournemouth, whose defense looked frazzled and disorganized throughout the first half.
Kepa was left exposed, making several saves to keep the scoreline from escalating, yet he bore the brunt of blame for not effectively organizing his backline.
Despite the dominant performance from Liverpool, Bournemouth were fortunate to escape the first half without further damage.
A repeat of their infamous 9-0 defeat from 2022 seemed a real possibility as the Reds relentlessly attacked, but Liverpool’s finishing lacked the precision that could have made it a historic rout.
The game served as a stark reminder of Liverpool’s offensive capabilities as they aimed for a title challenge this season.
