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English LC: Burnley vs Stoke City
Kickoff Time: 2025-01-01 23:00 (HKT)
Source:REUTERS/Peter Cziborra
Burnley drew 0-0 away against Middlesbrough in the last match, marking their impressive unbeaten streak of eleven league games. As a relegated team, Burnley’s strength in the Championship is outstanding. They currently have a record of 13 wins, nine draws, and two losses, placing them third in the standings. Burnley primarily employs a 4-2-3-1 formation, with a tactical approach centered around defense and counter-attacks. In terms of statistics, Burnley has scored 30 goals and conceded nine in the league so far. While their attacking firepower is average, their defensive performance is exceptional, with a goals conceded rate of just 0.37 per game, making them the best defensive team in the league. Additionally, Burnley’s home performance is commendable, as they have achieved six wins and five draws without a loss in 11 home matches, showcasing their strong home advantage.
Stoke City, in the last match, secured a 1-0 victory over Sunderland at home, finally ending a nine-match winless streak in the league. For a long time, Stoke City has been lingering in the lower mid-table of the Championship. Currently, they sit in 18th place with a record of six wins, seven draws, and 11 losses, holding a four-point lead over the relegation zone. Stoke City also plays in a 4-2-3-1 formation, relying more on tight defense and scoring through set-piece tactics. In terms of statistics, Stoke City has scored 24 goals and conceded 32 in the league, indicating struggles on both offensive and defensive fronts. Furthermore, Stoke City is a typical “away team,” having recorded only two wins, two draws, and seven losses in 11 away matches, highlighting their poor away performance.
Overall, in terms of strength and overall form, Burnley clearly outperforms Stoke City. Additionally, there is a significant difference in home and away performances between the two teams, with Burnley being strong at home while Stoke City struggles away. Therefore, taking into account Burnley’s outstanding strength and home advantage, they are undoubtedly a team worth backing.
Burnley’s Last 5 Games: DWWWD
24-12-30 Middlesbrough 0-0 Burnley
24-12-26 Sheffield United 0-2 Burnley
24-12-21 Burnley 2-1 Watford
24-12-15 Norwich City 1-2 Burnley
24-12-11 Burnley 0-0 Derby County
Stoke City’s Last 5 Games: WLLDL
24-12-29 Stoke City 1-0 Sunderland
24-12-27 Stoke City 0-2 Leeds United
24-12-21 Sheffield Wednesday 2-0 Stoke City
24-12-14 Stoke City 2-2 Cardiff City
24-12-11 Luton Town 2-1 Stoke City
Head To Head Record:
24-11-30 Stoke City 0-2 Burnley
22-12-31 Stoke City 0-1 Burnley
22-10-06 Burnley 1-1 Stoke City
18-04-22 Stoke City 1-1 Burnley
17-12-13 Burnley 1-0 Stoke City
Prediction: Burnley to win