Burnley will take on Crystal Palace in the Premier League on Wednesday, 3 December, with Scott Parker under pressure for results at Turf Moor.
The visitors, meanwhile, are looking for a return to form following defeat to Manchester United at the weekend, and on paper, they will fancy the job this week.
As part of this week's round of Premier League betting tips, check out our Burnley vs Crystal Palace prediction below.
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Burnley vs Crystal Palace prediction: A scrappy encounter
Key Stats
- Burnley have picked up seven points at Turf Moor this season against teams not in the ‘big six'.
- Crystal Palace have picked up just three points from their last three Premier League away matches.
- Fewer than three goals have been scored in all six of Burnley's home Premier League matches this season.
Correct score prediction: Burnley 1-1 Crystal Palace
Burnley's recent record looks alarming, but you have to consider that two of their last four matches have been against Arsenal and Chelsea. Palace looked leggy at the weekend, and perhaps games are coming too thick and fast for them at present.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Burnley are considered outsiders
- HOME: 7/2 (4.50) – 22.2%
- DRAW: 27/10 (3.70) 27%
- AWAY: 3/4 (1.75) – 57.1%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The Burnley vs Crystal Palace odds indicate that the Clarets will do well to walk away with anything on Wednesday night, but we feel that the bookies have overpriced Palace. Ladbrokes have given the Eagles a 57.1% chance of winning the match, while Burnley have been given just a 22.2% chance of victory.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: Advantage Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace's short odds can perhaps be explained by their recent record against Burnley, with two wins and two draws from their last four meetings with the Clarets. Burnley's last triumph over the Eagles came back in February 2021 when they won 3-0 at Selhurst Park.
Burnley preview: Parker remains without long-term absentees
Scott Parker has no fresh injury concerns ahead of this one, but he would love to have Connor Roberts, Zeki Amdouni and Jordan Beyer back from their long-term issues. Parker will likely shuffle the back after a disappointing performance at Brentford, with Jaidon Anthony in line for a return to the starting XI.
Predicted lineup: Dubravka (GK), Walker, Tuanzebe, Esteve, Hartman, Ugochukwu, Cullen, Florentino, Tchaouna, Anthony, Flemming
Last five results
- Brentford 3-1 Burnley
- Burnley 0-2 Chelsea
- West Ham 3-2 Burnley
- Burnley 0-2 Arsenal
- Wolves 2-3 Burnley
Crystal Palace preview: The loss of Sarr is a big blow
Ismaila Sarr was forced off in the first half against Manchester United at the weekend after rolling his ankle, and he will play no part at Turf Moor. The loss of Sarr is a big one for Oliver Glasner as their attack is significantly slower and more predictable without the former Watford winger.
Predicted lineup: Henderson (GK), Richards, Lacroix, Guehi, Munoz, Wharton, Kamada, Mitchell, Pino, Nketiah, Mateta
Last five results
- Crystal Palace 1-2 Man Utd
- Strasbourg 2-1 Man Utd
- Wolves 0-2 Crystal Palace
- Crystal Palace 0-0 Brighton
- Crystal Palace 3-1 AZ Alkmaar
Player to watch: Eddie Nketiah
Eddie Nketiah should get an extended run in the Crystal Palace starting XI now that Ismaila Sarr faces an extended period on the sidelines, and the former Arsenal man will be desperate to prove his worth to Glasner. He squandered a great opportunity to put his side two goals ahead of Man Utd at the weekend, but he can put that right with a goal on Wednesday night.