Liverpool’s Premier League title defence began with intensity, emotion and eventually relief as they overcame Bournemouth 4-2 at Anfield. Virgil van Dijk, the captain and cornerstone of the side, reflected on a night that carried both sporting and human significance.

The ugly incident of a fan racially abusing Antoine Semenyo during Liverpool's 4-2 victory over Bournemouth has resulted in an arrest. In the 30th minute of play, Semenyo reported racist abuse from the stands and the match was stopped by referee Anthony Taylor before being resumed while an anti-discrimination message was delivered to the crowd.

Team News and Key UpdatesLiverpool’s preparations for Friday night’s Premier League opener against AFC Bournemouth have been boosted by the