The match continued as Wataru Endo prepared on the touchline to come on for Gomez, with Liverpool largely controlling the ball. Yet when possession changed without the ball leaving the pitch, the Cherries capitalised on the Reds' error in judgement. The Spaniard then calmly tucked the ball beneath Alisson to make it 2-0 to the home side. Should Gomez have sustained an injury during his collision with Alisson in the build-up to Bournemouth's second goal, it could spell serious trouble for Liverpool. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTMeanwhile, Ibrahima Konate was unavailable for Saturday's meeting with Bournemouth following the passing of his father, Hamady.

Source: Express January 24, 2026 18:55 UTC