Liverpool aren't expected to have much problem dispatching Bournemouth in Saturday's early FA Cup kickoff, with the two sides looking to progress into the fifth round. Bournemouth are currently fighting against relegation in the Championship, and will no doubt struggle against Brendan Rodgers' Premier League challengers.
Bournemouth vs. Liverpool: Preview and TV schedule
Liverpool travel to second-tier side Bournemouth for their fourth round FA Cup tie on Saturday.
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The Cherries are down in 16th in the second-tier at the moment, having not won in their last four. Though form often goes out of the window in cup games, an upset at Dean Court is unlikely -- despite Eddie Howe having no early injury concerns.
In contrast, Liverpool will be without a string of regular first-teamers including Lucas Leiva, Daniel Agger, Glen Johnson and José Enrique. Manager Brendan Rodgers could make a couple of changes from his usual starting 11, with Spanish summer arrivals Iago Aspas and Luis Alberto both among the rotation players looking to play a part.
Bournemouth injuries and suspensions
Out: None. In doubt: None.
Liverpool injuries and suspensions
Out: Lucas Leiva (knee), Daniel Agger (calf), Glen Johnson (ankle), Mamadou Sakho (hamstring), José Enrique (knee). In doubt: None.
Projected lineups
Bournemouth: Lee Camp; Charlie Daniels, Elliot Ward, Tommy Elphick, Simon Francis; Marc Pugh, Harry Arter, Eunan O’Kane, Matt Ritchie; Andrew Surman; Lewis Grabban.
Liverpool: Brad Jones; Aly Cissokho, Kolo Touré, Martin Skrtel, Martin Kelly; Luis Alberto, Steven Gerrard, Jordan Henderson; Raheem Sterling, Daniel Sturridge, Iago Aspas.
Match Date/Time: Saturday, 12:45 p.m. local, 7:45 a.m. ET
Venue: Dean Court, Bournemouth, England
TV: Fox Sports 1 (U.S. - English), Fox Deportes (U.S. - Spanish), Sportsnet World (Canada), ITV 1/HD (U.K.)
Online: Fox Soccer 2Go (U.S.)
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