Burnley vs Everton: will anyone be able to put an end to their poor run?
On Saturday, 27 December, we will witness a Matchday 18 fixture in the English Premier League, with Burnley hosting Everton on home soil. Kickoff is scheduled for 16:00 CET, and I would like to suggest a betting option for this game.
Burnley vs Everton: match facts and head-to-head
- Burnley are winless in eight consecutive matches: seven defeats and one draw.
- Everton have lost their last two matches.
- Burnley have suffered four straight home defeats.
- Everton have lost only once in their last four matches.
- Burnley have the third-worst defence in the Premier League, conceding 34 goals.
- Everton have scored 18 goals, the third-worst attacking record in the Premier League.
- Everton have won more matches to nil: 32% compared to Burnley’s 11%.
- Everton also have more defeats without scoring: 26%, compared to Burnley’s 32%.
- Everton beat Burnley 1:0 in the most recent head-to-head meeting.
- Burnley last defeated Everton in 2022, three matches ago.
Burnley vs Everton: match preview
Burnley have returned to the Premier League and are now trying to establish themselves at this level. The situation is far from simple for the Clarets. The team currently have 11 points after 17 matches and sit 19th in the table. They trail 17th place by seven points and 16th by eight, making the fight for survival extremely difficult, especially considering recent results. Burnley have failed to win in eight straight matches, recording one draw and seven defeats. They need to turn things around if they want to remain in the Premier League.
Everton’s situation looks much more comfortable. They are currently in mid-table and have been inconsistent throughout the season, but for now it has been enough. The Toffees have collected 24 points from 17 matches and occupy tenth place. They are just five points off the European spots and hold an 11-point cushion above the relegation zone. As a result, Everton can realistically push for European qualification. Although they have lost their last two matches, they had won the two before that. Not entirely stable, but as mentioned above, it is sufficient at this stage.
Probable lineups
- Burnley: Dubravka; Ekdal, Worrall, Laurent; Walker, Ugochukwu, Cullen, Pires; Bruun Larsen, Broja, Anthony
- Everton: Pickford; Mykolenko, Keane, Tarkowski, O'Brien; Garner, Iroegbunam; Grealish, Alcaraz, McNeil; Barry
Prediction
Both teams have shown inconsistency in recent matches, Burnley in particular, and will be eager to end their poor runs. However, despite playing away from home, Everton appear to have a better chance of securing a positive result. I suggest a bet on the Toffees’ individual total to score over one goal.
