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Liverpool begins the defense of the Premier League title against Bournemouth in a duel marked by the tribute to Diogo Jota and the uncertainty about the future of Colombian Luis Sinisterra.

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The Premier League 2025-26 begins this Friday with a duel that promises intensity and emotions in Anfield: Liverpool receives the Bournemouth in its debut in English football.

It will be the first step of the current champion in his defense of the title, with the obligation to show strength after a bitter start: the defeat in the final of the Community Shield against Crystal Palace, decided on penalties (3-2) after a 2-2 draw.

An uncomfortable rival, but with a favorable history

Bournemouth is not a new adversary for Reds. Of the 20 previous clashes, Liverpool won 17, including the last time the faces were seen in February, when a double of Mohamed Salah sealed a 2-0 home. However, the visiting team arrives with a solid preseason – three victories, two draws and two losses – and with players like Philip Billing at a good time. The Danish midfielder has been key in the recovery and creation of the game, in addition to contributing goals, as in 3-0 to Everton in a recent friendly.

One of the spotlights will be in Jeremie Frimpong, a stellar signing of Liverpool from the Bayer Leverkusen. The side, explosive and with an offensive vocation, already debuted with official goal against Crystal Palace and is emerging as one of the most dangerous weapons of the Arne Slot team.

On the visiting side, you will seek to break lines and generate danger from the second line. However, attention is also directed to the situation of Colombian Luis Sinisterra. The technician Andoni Iraola was clear: “He is in a situation where there is uncertainty about his future. It is very likely not to travel. But he is training with us and is physically recovered.” A statement that doubts its participation in the league start and the possibility of continuing your career in Brazil.

A tribute to Diogo Jota that will mark the day

The opening of the season will be crossed by an emotional tribute to Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva, who died in a traffic accident in Spain last July. In all stadiums a minute of silence will be saved and the players will carry black bracelets.

In Anfield, the tribute will be special: mosaic in the stands, the “Forever 20” badge in t -shirts and jackets – in reference to the jota number, retired in all categories of the club – and the announcement of a commemorative sculpture. The Portuguese striker, who played 182 games and scored 65 goals with the Reds since 2020, left an indelible mark on the fans.

With the backdrop of emotion and memory, Liverpool and Bournemouth will open the championship with their sights on three vital points, but also with the certainty that, at least this time, football will be more than the result.