GARY O’Neil joked that he hopes Liverpool have “used up all their goals” after thrashing arch-rivals Manchester United.
Liverpool arrive at the Vitality Stadium tomorrow afternoon (12.30pm) riding high after putting seven past the Red Devils last Sunday.
Cherries have already been on the end of a hammering from Jurgen Klopp’s Reds this season, losing 9-0 in the return fixture under Scott Parker – a Premier League joint record.
Asked for his thoughts on seeing Liverpool’s big win last time out, O’Neil replied: “A couple of things - for us, not a great time for them to hit top form.
“And then, secondly, hopefully they've used up all their goals was the last thing I was thinking!
O’Neil also noted some differences in Liverpool’s approach, stating: “They've changed a little bit recently.
“They're using a slightly different structure.
“Last three or four weeks, they've mixed things up, changed how they play.
“They probably haven't done that in quite a while, while Jurgen has been there.
“So slightly new look, but, yeah, same threat on the top line.
“Nunez, obviously a huge threat, lots of pace up front.
“So, yeah, it will be a tough ask, but the boys are looking forward to it.
“Again, an incredible opportunity for us to give ourselves a chance of putting another big result on the board.”
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