Runners up Liverpool start their new campaign against newly-promoted Norwich City. After nearly missing out on the title last season, The Reds will be eager to start off their campaign on a high note.
While the Cherries would look to start off their campaign with a victory to mark their return to the Premier League.
When & Where?
Date: Friday, August 9
Time: 8:00pm BST / 3:00pm ET
Venue: Anfield stadum
HEAD TO HEAD RECORD:
The two sides have faced each other on 28 occasions and Liverpool have the upper hand with 18 wins compared to Norwich’s 4 while 6 games have ended in a draw.
The last clash between the two sides saw Liverpool defeat Norwich 5-4 in front of their home fans.
TEAM NEWS:
Liverpool will be without James Milner, defender Clyne and Ryan Kent. While Norwich will be without Tettey, Zimmermann and Thompson.
Liverpool goes into the season making no new addition to the squad and it remains to be seen if it was a wise move from the reigning European champions.
PREDICTED LINEUPS
Liverpool: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Gomez, Van Dijk, Robertson; Wijnaldum, Fabinho, Henderson; Salah, Firmino, Origi
Norwich City: Krul; Aarons, Klose, Godfrey, Byram; McLean, Vrancic; Buendia, Stiepermann, Hernandez; Pukki
PREDICTED SCORE
Liverpool 3-1 Norwich
