January 24, 2026 — Liverpool, England — Mohamed Salah once again proved decisive as Liverpool delivered a dominant performance to defeat AFC Bournemouth, reinforcing their momentum in the Premier League and underlining why opponents continue to fear the Reds’ attacking threat.
From the opening minutes at Anfield, Liverpool controlled the tempo, pressing aggressively and pinning Bournemouth deep in their own half. The pressure told early, setting the tone for a match that rarely drifted away from the hosts’ grip.
Salah leads from the front
Mohamed Salah was central to Liverpool’s attacking rhythm, constantly stretching Bournemouth’s defense with his movement and pace. His influence went beyond goals, creating space for teammates and forcing Bournemouth to commit extra defenders to his side of the pitch.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot has repeatedly highlighted Salah’s importance, and this match offered another example of how the Egyptian forward can tilt games in Liverpool’s favor, even against well organized opponents.
Strong lineup delivers balance
Liverpool’s starting lineup blended experience and energy, with a solid midfield base allowing the forwards to play with freedom. Bournemouth struggled to deal with Liverpool’s quick transitions, often losing possession before building sustained attacks.
Defensively, Liverpool remained composed, limiting Bournemouth to few clear chances and ensuring control was maintained throughout both halves.
Bournemouth struggle to respond
Despite moments of resistance, Bournemouth found it difficult to cope with Liverpool’s intensity. Their attempts to play out from the back were frequently disrupted, while counterattacking opportunities were quickly shut down by Liverpool’s recovery runs.
As the match progressed, the gap in quality became clearer, with Liverpool creating chances at regular intervals and keeping Bournemouth under constant pressure.
What the result means
The win keeps Liverpool firmly in the hunt near the top of the Premier League table, continuing a run of performances that suggest growing confidence under Slot’s leadership. Matches like this also highlight why Salah remains one of the most dangerous players in the league, capable of influencing games even when not scoring freely.
For Bournemouth, the focus now turns to regrouping and finding consistency against teams with Liverpool’s attacking firepower.
Looking ahead
Liverpool will look to build on this result as the schedule intensifies, while Bournemouth face the challenge of bouncing back quickly. At Anfield, however, the message was clear. When Salah is in full flow, Liverpool remain a threat to any team in the Premier League.
