Why isn't Bournemouth vs Liverpool on TV? How to watch Premier League match

Liverpool travel to high-flying Bournemouth on Saturday, looking to tighten their grip on top spot in the Premier League.

Arne Slot’s men have only lost a single match in the league this season and currently hold a six-point lead at the summit. They also have a game in hand over their rivals after their clash against bitter rivals Everton was postponed in early December.

However, they face a daunting task when heading down to the Vitality Stadium, as Andoni Iraola’s Cherries are unbeaten since late November and have seriously impressed of late. Bournemouth put Nottingham Forest to the sword 5-0 in their last outing, while Newcastle were hammered at St James's Park 4-1 the match prior.

The return fixture saw Liverpool come away 3-0 victors at Anfield thanks to a Luis Diaz double and a Darwin Nunez strike, but as the Reds take on a side capable of denting their firm title hopes, fans based in the UK won't be able to watch the match live.

Why isn’t Bournemouth vs Liverpool on TV?

Liverpool's match against Bournemouth has not been chosen for live broadcast by any UK networks, and it is therefore set to take place at the usual Saturday afternoon kick-off time of 3pm.

The longstanding ‘3pm blackout’ in English football, which has been in place since the 1960s, prohibits live broadcasts from 2:45pm to 5:15pm. Consequently, this match will not be shown live.

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This blackout rule is expected to stay in effect until at least 2029, following the recent agreement on a new TV rights package finalised in December 2023.

Other matches on the same day that will also be impacted include Newcastle vs Fulham, Everton vs Leicester City, and Ipswich Town vs Southampton.

Where to watch Bournemouth vs Liverpool

Although fans in the UK may feel let down, supporters in other countries can catch all the live action through their local Premier League TV rights holders. In the United States, viewers can thank NBC Universal, as they will broadcast all 380 Premier League matches this season.

For those in the UK, highlights will be available from Sky Sports, typically around 20 minutes after the match concludes. Additionally, fans can watch Match of the Day on BBC One at 10:30pm or check out Sky Sports’ 30-minute highlight shows later in the evening for more comprehensive coverage.

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