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Preview | February 24

Crystal Palace-Burnley

Bottom of the table clash at Selhurst Park.

Palace | DLLWL | 15th | Top Scorer: O. Edouard (6)

Palace come into the match looking for a boost of confidence after taking just 4 points over their last 5 matches. Goals have been a luxury as of late. Their average xG (expected goals) over the last 5 matches of 0.62 is 68% below their season average. They may be reliant on Eberechi Eze defensively. He's made the most tackles for Palace with 34 (10th in the EPL). Jordan Ayew is one more player to keep an eye on. He has been their top setup man this season with 5 assists (20th in the EPL).

Burnley | LLDLD | 19th | Top Scorer: Z. Amdouni (4)

A win for Burnley could reignite their season after a bad run of form where they've picked up just 2 points from their last 5 matches. Burnley have struggled to stamp their authority on matches in recent weeks. They've averaged fewer shots and less possession than their opponents over the last 5 matches. Josh Brownhill has been rock solid defensively for Burnley this season. However, in his last 5 games, he's averaged only 1.2 tackles per match.

Palace-Burnley Prediction: 4-1

It's hard to see how Burnley will keep a free-scoring Palace at bay, and they don't seem to have the firepower of late to do much damage themselves.

Did you know? The most goals conceded by Palace at home in a Premier League match occurred in 2020, when the Eagles lost 0-7 to Liverpool.

Can this finally be the match where Palace pick up 3 points? Will Burnley end their dismal run of form? PokerStars Sports has hundreds of markets, so you can find your perfect bet on the big match.

Report | February 17

Burnley

0 - 5

Arsenal

Martin Ødegaard 4
Bukayo Saka 41 [PK], 47
Leandro Trossard 66
Kai Havertz 78

35%Possession65%
8Total Shots16
0Shots on Target7
4Corners6
11Fouls8

Arsenal humiliate sorry Burnley.

Martin Ødegaard got the opener for Arsenal in the fourth minute. After the first goal, Arsenal proceeded to add on 4 more goals on the way to a 5 goal thrashing of Burnley.

The Overview

  • The Gunners converted their dominance of the ball (65%) possession into lots of chances, clocking up 16 shots.
  • The Clarets didn't generate enough chances, only mustering eight shots throughout the contest.
  • The scoreline could have been more impressive if the Gunners had their shooting boots on, with their shot accuracy down at 44%.

The Details

Declan Rice pulled the strings for the Gunners, he completed 52 passes which was a completion rate of 90%. Aaron Ramsey failed to make a big impact on the game for Burnley, only touching the ball 15 times. The Gunners passed the ball about with ease, completing 285 more passes than the Clarets and taking all three points home.

Arsenal extend their winning streak. Meanwhile, Burnley have now taken 0 points from a possible 6.

Top Performers

Bukayo SakaMartin Ødegaard
Scored 2 goalsAssisted 1 goal
2 corners won2 shots on target (1st in the game)

Both squads play next on Saturday, February 24th. Burnley meet fellow table toppers Palace for a crucial clash, while Arsenal meet Newcastle at Emirates Stadium. Will the Clarets get out of this rough patch? Can the Gunners keep their great form going?

Report | February 10

Liverpool

3 - 1

Burnley

Diogo Jota 31 Dara O'Shea 45
Luis Díaz 52
Darwin Núñez 79

71%Possession29%
25Total Shots9
10Shots on Target4
9Corners3
11Fouls13

Liverpool prove too strong for Burnley.

Diogo Jota began the scoring for Liverpool in the 31st minute after a set up by Trent Alexander-Arnold. Burnley's Dara O'Shea responded with a tying goal in the 45th minute. With the match tied at 1-1, Liverpool's Luis Díaz broke the tie with a 52nd minute strike. Liverpool's Darwin Núñez added another in the 79th to secure the win.

The Overview

  • The Reds saw a lot of the ball with 71% possession and created plenty of chances too, racking up 25 shots.
  • The Clarets didn't generate enough chances, only mustering nine shots throughout the contest.
  • The scoreline could have been more impressive if the Reds had their shooting boots on, with their shot accuracy down at 40%.

The Details

Andrew Robertson had a field day, registering 14 crosses. Burnley's Maxime Estève was a frequent offender, committing 4 fouls. The Reds' fluid football shone through in the end, registering 380 more completed passes than the Clarets as they took all three points.

Liverpool get back to winning form. Meanwhile, Burnley's mixed form continues.

Top Performers

Luis DíazDiogo Jota
4 shots on target (10th in the Premier League)4 corners won
Scored 1 goal6 shots (21st in the Premier League)

Both squads play next on Saturday, February 17th. Liverpool meet Brentford at Gtech Community Stadium, while Burnley hope to rise to the challenge of a high-flying Arsenal side. Can the Reds win again? Will the Clarets improve their form?

Report | February 3

Burnley

2 - 2

Fulham

David Datro Fofana 71, 90 João Palhinha 17
Rodrigo Muniz 21

44%Possession56%
12Total Shots15
4Shots on Target7
2Corners13
11Fouls7

Fulham denied by late David Datro Fofana equalizer.

João Palhinha began the scoring for Fulham in the 17th minute following an assist by Andreas Pereira. Rodrigo Muniz then doubled the lead with a goal in the 21st minute. Down 2-0, Burnley's David Datro Fofana narrowed the deficit with a strike in the 71st minute. Burnley then completed the comeback on a David Datro Fofana goal to secure one point.

The Overview

  • The Clarets saw a bit less of the ball with 44% possession, but that didn't cost them.
  • The teams created a similar amount of chances, with the Cottagers registering 15 shots to the Clarets' 12.

The Details

Josh Brownhill posed a threat out wide, leading the team in crosses. For Fulham, Andreas Pereira was relentless, getting 14 crosses into the opposition box. The Cottagers had a clear advantage in the passing game, racking up 489 completed passes to the Clarets' 382.

Burnley's unpredictable form continues. Meanwhile, Fulham earn their second draw in a row.

Top Performers

David Datro FofanaAndreas Pereira
Scored 2 goals14 crosses (9th in the Premier League)
1 tackle wonAssisted 1 goal

Both squads play next on Saturday, February 10th. Burnley have a tough game ahead against Liverpool, while Fulham take on Bournemouth at Craven Cottage. Can the Clarets do better next time? Will the Cottagers start a run of draws?

Report | January 31

Manchester City

3 - 1

Burnley

Julián Álvarez 16, 22 Ameen Al-Dakhil 90
Rodri 46

74%Possession26%
14Total Shots8
4Shots on Target3
7Corners3
3Fouls13

Julián Álvarez, Rodri lead Man City to emphatic win over Burnley.

Julián Álvarez netted the first goal of the match for Man City in the 16th minute after being found by Matheus Nunes. Julián Álvarez then doubled the lead with a goal in the 22nd minute. Man City added a third goal before Burnley finally got on the scoresheet with an Ameen Al-Dakhil goal, and that was the final as Man City took the win.

The Overview

  • It was a masterclass in keeping the ball by City and they converted that into a good amount of shots too, clocking up 14 attempts overall.
  • The Clarets didn't generate enough chances, only mustering eight shots throughout the contest.
  • Although they got the win, City were wasteful in front of goal, only getting 29% of their total shots on target.

The Details

Kevin De Bruyne dictated proceedings and impressed with an 89% pass completion rate. For Burnley, Wilson Odobert seemed off the pace defensively, committing 4 fouls in a frustrating game. City completed 508 more passes than the Clarets, pulling them around the pitch.

Man City's winning streak rolls on. Meanwhile, Burnley's mixed form continues.

Top Performers

Julián ÁlvarezRodri
Scored 2 goals1 corner won
3 crosses (1st in the game)Scored 1 goal

Next up, Man City will be confident against a lowly Brentford side on Monday, February 5th. While Burnley take on Fulham at Turf Moor on Saturday, February 3rd. Can City keep their great form going? Will the Clarets improve their form?

Report | December 30

Aston Villa

3 - 2

Burnley

Leon Bailey 28 Zeki Amdouni 30
Moussa Diaby 42 Lyle Foster 71
Douglas Luiz 89 [PK]

65%Possession35%
19Total Shots9
7Shots on Target5
6Corners2
9Fouls14

Villa claim last gasp win against Burnley.

Leon Bailey got the opener for Villa in the 28th minute after being assisted by Ollie Watkins. After the first, Villa proceeded to add on 2 more goals. Burnley nearly kept up in this high-scoring affair, scoring 2 of their own, but it wasn't enough as Villa narrowly took the win in this exciting match.

The Overview

  • The Villans converted their dominance of the ball (65%) possession into lots of chances, clocking up 19 shots.
  • The Clarets didn't generate enough chances, only mustering nine shots throughout the contest.
  • The scoreline could have been more impressive if the Villans had their shooting boots on, with their shot accuracy down at 37%.

The Details

Diego Carlos linked the play brilliantly all game, with a 92% pass completion. For Burnley, Josh Brownhill seemed off the pace defensively, committing 4 fouls in a frustrating game. The Villans moved the ball about nicely to take the win, completing 219 more passes than their opponents.

Villa bag a win. Meanwhile, it's another loss for Burnley, who'll hope to turn things around quickly.

Top Performers

Douglas LuizLyle Foster
Scored 1 goalScored 1 goal
4 crosses (1st in the game)2 tackles won

Next up, Villa take on lowly Everton on Sunday, January 14th. While Burnley take on Luton in a bottom-of-the-table dogfight on Monday, January 15th. Can the Villans win again? Will the Clarets get out of this rough patch?

Burnley – Season Preview

Nickname: The Clarets
Stadium: Turf Moor (Capacity 21,944)
Manager: Vincent Kompany (BEL)
Last Season: 1st (Championship)

After relegation in 2021-22, it only took Burnley a single season to return to the top flight with Vincent Kompany at the helm. With over 100 points and just three defeats in the league last year, Burnley will be hoping to build a strong case for survival, maintaining their Premier League status for more than a single season. 

Key Player: Josh Brownhill

Midfielder Josh Brownhill played a pivotal role in Burnley’s promotion last season. Scoring seven and assisting eight, he ended up in the EFL Championship team of the season alongside three other Burnley players. Having also featured in 78 Premier Leagues for the Clarets during their previous campaigns, his experience will be invaluable for the upcoming season. 

Star Signing: James Trafford €17.30m

England U21 Penalty-shootout hero James Trafford saved the spot kick that secured the European Championship and will hope to carry that form forward for newly promoted Burnley. A deal seemingly built on the connection between Kompany and City, Trafford takes the number one shirt for Burnley and will be starting in the league for the first time.

First Match: Manchester City (H) August 11

The Championship champions host the Premier League champions in the opening Friday night fixture. It doesn’t get much more difficult than hosting Pep Guardiola and his treble-winning side, but former City captain will know this side better than any other manager. Can the Clarets make amends for the 6-0 FA Cup thumping they received last season?

Predicted Finish: 14th

The direct and defensive football Burnley used to be known for under former manager Sean Dyche is a thing of the past. With Kompany at the helm, Burnley are a much more attacking and creative outfit. Scoring over 100 points in the Championship is no mean feat, and while safety should be straightforward, a respectable lower-mid-table finish is likely.

Can Burnley avoid the drop and stay in the Premier League for another season?

Burnley - To avoid relegation: 1.29

(odds correct as of July 31, 2023, and subject to change)

Did you know? Burnley started life as a rugby team under the name Burnley Rovers. In 1882, members decided to change their codes to football making them one of the founding members of the Football League.

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