Both Burnley and Fulham will be hoping to ease off relegation fears with a precious win at Turf Moor in the Premier League on Saturday evening. Indeed, the Clarets are currently in 19th place at the time of writing, while the Cottagers are in 15th.
Both teams are also in the midst of losing streaks, and so taking all three points here could do wonders in terms of turning their misfortunes around. Nonetheless, we are expecting a tense and intriguing battle when they collide this weekend.
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Burnley vs Fulham prediction: A point apiece for the Clarets and Cottagers?
Key stats
- Burnley have lost six league games in a row.
- Fulham have lost their last two league matches, and three of their previous five.
- Burnley are unbeaten in six H2Hs in all competitions.
Correct score prediction: Burnley 1-1 Fulham
With both teams on losing runs and low in confidence, we think the points could be shared here. They are also among the lowest scorers in the division, and so we are not expecting too many goals.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Fulham favourites with bookmakers
- HOME: 29/10 (3.90) – 25.6%
- DRAW: 5/2 (3.50) – 28.6%
- AWAY: 19/20 (1.95) – 51.3%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
As shown by the implied probabilities, Fulham have been installed as the favourites with bookmakers to claim all three points on their travels. Interestingly, a draw and a Burnley win are separated by just 3%.
Also, feel free to check out our dedicated Today’s betting tips page for more of our expert Premier League predictions.
Most recent H2Hs: Burnley hold edge
As mentioned before, Burnley are unbeaten in six previous meetings between the two teams in all competitions. The last H2H finished in a 2-2 draw in February 2024.
Burnley preview: A few suspensions
Lucas Pires joins Kyle Walker and Hannibal Mejbri on the suspended list after picking up a red card in Burnley’s 2-1 defeat at Newcastle last time out. Zeki Amdouni is among the players on a long injury list.
Predicted lineup: Dubravka (GK); Sonne, Ekdal, Esteve, Hartman; Florentino, Cullen; Tchaouna, Ugochukwu, Foster & Flemming
Last five results:
- Newcastle 2-1 Burnley
- Burnley 0-1 Crystal Palace
- Brentford 3-1 Burnley
- Burnley 0-2 Chelsea
- West Ham 3-2 Burnley
Fulham preview: No fresh concerns
Fulham have reported no fresh injury concerns in their squad at the time of writing. Ryan Sessegnon, Antonee Robinson and Rodrigo Muniz are all still on the treatment table.
Predicted lineup: Leno (GK); Tete, Andersen, Bassey, Castagne; Berge, Iwobi; Wilson, Smith Rowe, Chukwueze & Jimenez
Last five results:
- Fulham 1-2 Crystal Palace
- Fulham 4-5 Manchester City
- Tottenham 1-2 Fulham
- Fulham 1-0 Sunderland
- Everton 2-0 Fulham
Player to watch: Harry Wilson
Despite Fulham losing 2-1 against Crystal Palace at Craven Cottage in a London derby in the Premier League last time out, Harry Wilson stole a lot of the headlines with a spectacular goal with the outside of his left foot from outside of the box. The Wales international winger now boasts a goal or an assist in each of his last three appearances for the Cottagers, and could make the difference at Burnley.