Burton Albion vs Peterborough United Preview Prediction Team News and Lineups
On Saturday afternoon, Burton Albion will host Peterborough United at Pirelli Stadium in a crucial League One clash. This match is vital for both teams, as both are struggling near the foot of the table.
Match Preview: Burton Albion vs. Peterborough United
Burton Albion currently ranks 20th in the League One standings, just one point clear of the relegation zone. After a tough start, they have recently shown signs of improvement with two wins and a draw in their last three matches. Their previous match saw them secure a dominant 3-0 victory over Bolton, featuring two goals from Jake Beesley and one from Fabio Tavares. This performance marked their third clean sheet of the season.
Peterborough United, on the other hand, sits at the bottom of the league in 24th place. Their last match was postponed, resulting in a 14-day gap since they last played. Notably, Peterborough has struggled, managing to obtain only one point from their first eight league matches this season. Despite a brief resurgence with two wins, they have since lost to Lincoln City and Bolton, further complicating their quest for points.
Recent Form and Statistics
- Burton Albion: Last five League One matches: LDLWDW
- Peterborough United: Last five League One matches: LLWWLW
The history between these two teams features 18 encounters, with their last meeting at Pirelli Stadium resulting in a 2-2 draw. Burton will be looking to build on their recent form while Peterborough needs to snap their losing streak.
Team News
Burton Albion comes into this match without any new injury concerns. Manager Gary Bowyer is expected to field the same starting eleven that performed well against Bolton. Toby Sibbick returns from international duty and could feature, while Tyrese Shade, who scored his first league goal recently, may not disrupt the starting lineup.
Peterborough’s manager, Darren Ferguson, faces a challenging situation with several injuries in his squad. Sam Hughes is sidelined with an Achilles tear, and Rio Adebisi remains unavailable. Ferguson might opt for a defensive back three consisting of Tom Lees, George Nevett, and Thomas O’Connor. Harry Leonard, without a league goal this season, could see Gustav Lindgren take his place in the lineup.
Possible Lineups
| Burton Albion | Peterborough United |
|---|---|
| Collins | Bass |
| Godwin-Malife | Lees |
| Delap | Nevett |
| Hartridge | O’Connor |
| Lofthouse | Kioso |
| Chauke | Collins |
| Williams | Garbett |
| Armer | Woods |
| Webster | Mendy |
| Beesley | Morgan |
| Tavares | Lindgren |
Prediction
Considering their recent performances, Burton Albion is expected to continue their unbeaten streak and secure a 2-0 victory over Peterborough United. With the latter’s poor away record and urgent need for points, Burton’s strong form gives them an edge as they aim for three crucial points at home.
