# Defending champions Liverpool will begin their title defense of the Premier league at home at Anfield, facing off against Bournemouth. Liverpool’s side will include the 2,3-billion-rand signing of midfielder Florian Wirtz and new forward Hugo Ekitike, among a handful of new recruits. They are favourites to retain their crown but the unknown factor is the potential effect of the tragic death of Portuguese forward Diogo Jota in a car crash in Spain in July. The opening weekend also features a highly anticipated clash between Manchester United and Arsenal on Sunday.
Soccer: Liverpool and Bournemouth kick off English Premier League tonight