Burnley vs Nottingham Forest: A Fiery Clash Anticipated
Burnley, having triumphed in the English Championship last season, made several squad additions in the summer of 2023 and January 2024. Despite their efforts, Burnley found themselves unable to maintain their Premier League status. In a recent match against Tottenham, Vincent Kompany’s side initially took the lead through Jacob Bruun Larsen, only to be overturned by a robust comeback from Tottenham, featuring goals from Pedro Porro and Micky van de Ven, culminating in a 2-1 defeat for Burnley.
This result confirmed Burnley’s relegation, placing them 19th with 24 points, five points adrift of safety with just one game remaining. Notably, Burnley conceded the third highest goals in the league (76), only less than Sheffield (101) and Luton (81). Their offensive output was also dismal, netting only 40 goals – the second lowest in the league.
As Burnley prepares for their final game of the season against Nottingham at Turf Moor, the odds slightly favor the visitors. However, with it being their last Premier League game of the season and playing at home, Burnley is not expected to go down without a fight.
Despite three losses in their last ten Premier League matches, Burnley has struggled particularly in the final league game of the season, losing their last six. They have also failed to keep a clean sheet in their last ten home games in the Premier League. With only one victory in 18 home games this season, they face Nottingham, who have shown resilience when pushed to the brink, evidenced by a spirited performance in their recent 2-3 defeat to Chelsea.
Given their safety from relegation – sitting three points above Luton with a superior goal difference – Nottingham enters this game with less pressure compared to their hosts. Historically, Burnley has not lost to Nottingham in their last eight encounters, a record they aim to maintain in their final Premier League showcase this season.
Injury woes see Burnley without Nathan Redmond, Jordan Beyer, Aaron Ramsey, and Ameen Al-Dakhil. Nottingham has concerns over Neco Williams, while Gonzalo Montiel faces off-field issues but is expected to play.
Match Prediction: Burnley vs Nottingham
- Burnley to avoid defeat: Given their historical dominance over Nottingham and the desire to end their Premier League campaign on a high note, Burnley might just hold off Nottingham.
- Expect at least 3 goals: With both teams playing without the shackles of relegation anxiety, and considering their defensive vulnerabilities, an open game with at least three goals could be on the cards.
- Predicted Scoreline: Burnley 2-2 Nottingham
For further insights and betting tips, explore our detailed football prediction.
Additional Information
- Burnley has conceded in their last ten home Premier League games.
- Burnley managed 7 wins in 8 recent home matches against Nottingham across all competitions.
- Recent clashes between Burnley and Nottingham have seen fewer than 2.5 goals.
- Nottingham has failed to keep a clean sheet in their last 13 away games in the Premier League.
This fixture promises a blend of tactical intrigue and the desperation typical of a season’s climax, making it a must-watch for every football aficionado.
Burnley vs Nottingham Forest prediction – May 19, 2024
