Premier League Preview: Burnley vs Chelsea Team News Statistics and Head-to-Head Insights
As Burnley prepares to face Chelsea in their upcoming Premier League match, both teams bring distinct histories and statistics to the pitch. This clash promises to showcase a battle of form and resilience.
Team Histories and Statistics
Burnley has struggled against Chelsea in the Premier League, achieving only one victory in 18 encounters. That success came during the opening weekend of the 2017-18 season at Stamford Bridge, where Burnley triumphed 3-2.
On the flip side, Chelsea has demonstrated remarkable dominance, securing eight wins in their nine away matches against Burnley, including the last six consecutive victories.
Recent Form
- Burnley’s recent performances have been concerning, with four losses in their last six league matches, where they conceded more than two goals in five of those games.
- The Clarets have only managed to maintain two clean sheets over their last 31 Premier League games, allowing a staggering total of 64 goals during this span.
- In contrast, Chelsea has won their last two away matches without conceding a goal.
Key Metrics This Season
This season, Burnley’s statistics have shown a stark lack of efficiency:
- Fewest shots taken: 90
- Lowest expected goals (xG): 8.3
- Lowest possession percentage: 38.6%
- Most shots faced: 192
- Highest expected goals against (xGA): 24.0
Remarkably, since the 2012-13 season, Burnley is the only team recorded to rank lowest in all these metrics in a single campaign.
Historical Context
Chelsea’s recent success at 12:30 PM Saturday matches is noteworthy. They have won their last seven games kicking off at this time—a record matched only three times in Premier League history by Manchester United, Chelsea itself, and Manchester City.
Player Highlights
João Pedro has been a standout performer for Chelsea, scoring in their last two league matches. He aims to achieve a rare feat by scoring in three consecutive matches for only the second time in his career.
Burnley’s Zian Flemming has also made his mark, netting three goals in four starts. However, he faces pressure to replicate the success of Maxwel Cornet, who scored four goals in his first five league starts for the club.
Additionally, Chelsea’s Alejandro Garnacho is set to make his 100th Premier League appearance. At just 21 years, he could become the youngest South American to reach this milestone, surpassing Gabriel Martinelli.
Match Expectations
The upcoming match between Burnley and Chelsea will be pivotal for both teams. While Chelsea looks to maintain its winning streak, Burnley will seek redemption as they attempt to disrupt Chelsea’s impressive record. Fans can expect a thrilling clash as both teams vie for crucial points in the Premier League standings.
