Liverpool need to get back to winning ways if they are to keep their place in the top four come the end of the season.
An 87th-minute goal from Josh King saw Bournemouth snatch a point late on at Anfield mid-week, leaving Jurgen Klopp frustrated as his side failed to capitalise when Manchester City dropped points at Chelsea.
And this weekend's opponents, Stoke, will be buoyed by the injury and fitness concerns of the Reds.
Sadio Mane has been ruled out for the remainder of the season, Adam Lallana hasn't yet fully recovered from a thigh injury sustained on international duty, and it's touch and go with Philippe Coutinho a doubt due to illness.