Alexander Isak scored the only goal as Liverpool beat Bournemouth 1-0 on Andoni Iraola's return to the Vitality Stadium on Sunday 20 September 2026. Liverpool struggled for long spells, but Isak's strike and some fine goalkeeping from Alisson earned them a second successive Premier League away win. Sky Sports
Bournemouth vs Liverpool: Final Score and Goalscorer
Bournemouth 0-1 Liverpool (Premier League, Vitality Stadium)
- Alexander Isak, 57': he fired in following fine work by Cody Gakpo on the right, with the ball taking a slight touch off Florian Wirtz on the way through 101 Great Goals
Match Report: How Liverpool Won at the Vitality Stadium
The first half belonged to Bournemouth. Liverpool struggled in large parts, with Sky Sports' Jamie Carragher criticising their first-half display, as the hosts dominated. But Marco Rose's side lacked a cutting edge. Their best chance fell to Evanilson, whose near-post flick from a Marcus Tavernier cross was kept out brilliantly by Alisson, who palmed away the effort from behind him. At the other end, Djordje Petrovic repelled Bradley Barcola's shot during the first half. B'mouth 0 - 1 Liverpool - Match Report & Highlights +2
Ryan Christie sent an effort wide just after the break. Then Liverpool took the lead. Gakpo's work down the right created the chance and Isak finished. He was booked for climbing over the advertising boards to celebrate with the away supporters. From there, Bournemouth gradually looked less threatening, and Alisson made further saves to protect the lead. VAVEL InternationalVAVEL International
Bournemouth vs Liverpool Stats
Liverpool had 54% possession and 11 shots, three on target. Bournemouth had 8 shots, two on target. Both sides took a similar number of corners (three each), which shows how few clear chances there were.
Opta highlighted some striking numbers:
- Liverpool have failed to score in only one of their 18 Premier League games against Bournemouth 101 Great Goals
- Bournemouth have drawn 13 of their 23 league games in 2026, the highest draw ratio in a single year in English top-flight history 101 Great Goals
What the Result Means
For Liverpool: It was their second league win of the season, and they go into the international break in sixth place. They remain unbeaten, with two wins and three draws. Isak has scored four goals in five Premier League games, and this was a winning return for Iraola. Sky SportsNBC Sports
For Bournemouth: They remain winless under Marco Rose in the league, and sit 17th, level on points with Coventry. They have had plenty of shots on target this season but keep failing to convert those chances into wins. Sky Sports
What's Next for Bournemouth?
Bournemouth visit Chelsea on 10 October, host Sunderland on 18 October and travel to Manchester United on 25 October.
FAQ: Bournemouth vs Liverpool
What was the score in Bournemouth vs Liverpool?
Liverpool won 1-0 at the Vitality Stadium on 20 September 2026.
Who scored for Liverpool against Bournemouth?
Alexander Isak scored in the 57th minute.
Where are Liverpool in the Premier League table?
Sixth, going into the international break.
How many league games have Bournemouth won this season?
None. They have three draws and two defeats from their first five matches.
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