Chelsea - Burnley

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81'		2 - 1	Goal	D. O'Shea
78'		2 - 0	Goal	C. Palmer	R. Sterling (Assist)
47'		1 - 0	Goal	J. Cullen	J. Brownhill (Assist)
44'		1 - -1	Penalty	C. Palmer
20'		0 - -1	Goal disallowed: Offside

45'		C. Gallagher
45'		J. Cullen
43'
41'		L. Assignon	Holding
40'		L. Assignon	Holding
35'		Marc Cucurella	Tripping
16'		L. Assignon	Holding

74'			In:	M. Caicedo	Out:	R. Sterling
71'			In:	W. Odobert	Out:	J. Guðmunds­son
70'			In:	L. Foster	Out:	J. Rodríguez
63'			In:	C. Gallagher	Out:	N. Madueke
47'			In:	J. Bruun Larsen	Out:	J. Brownhill
46'			In:	J. Bruun Larsen	Out:	J. Brownhill
45'			In:	Z. Amdouni	Out:	C. Taylor

Chelsea - Burnley Predictions

Prediction: Chelsea

Best odds: 1.33

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As the Premier League action intensifies, all eyes will be on Stamford Bridge this Saturday, where Chelsea will host Burnley in a clash of contrasting fortunes. With predictions hanging in the balance, fans are eager to see whether the home side can capitalize on their advantage or if the visitors will pull off a surprise against the odds.

Chelsea's Key Players

The spotlight shines on Chelsea's attacking force, with Armando Broja spearheading the front line. With a rating of 6.58, his ability to find the net will be crucial, although he has only secured one goal from nine shots so far. Complementing him is Christopher Alan Nkunku, whose 6.76 rating and two goals from eight shots showcase his potential to break through Burnley's defenses. In the midfield, Carney Chibueze Chukwuemeka, with a rating of 6.78, has also been a key figure, contributing one assist and a goal, proving his worth in both creation and execution.

Burnley's Key Players

Despite Burnley's struggles, they have their own set of warriors battling to escape the relegation zone. Defender Ameen Al Dakhil stands out with a 6.52 rating, showing his defensive resilience and surprising goal-scoring ability. On the attacking front, Luca Warrick Daeovie Koleosho brings hope with a rating of 6.64, having taken 17 shots and chipping in with an assist. Additionally, Jacob Bruun Larsen has been pivotal, with a 6.68 rating and two goals, indicating his capability to trouble the Chelsea backline.

Recent Form

Chelsea's recent form has been a mixed bag, with their last five games reading DWLLW, leaving them at 11th place with 35 points. Their home form has been slightly better than their away performances, but inconsistency has been their nemesis this season. On the other side, Burnley's form has been worrisome, with their last five outings resulting in LLLDL, positioning them at 19th with a mere 13 points. The stark contrast in form between the two sides sets the stage for a potentially one-sided affair.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record provides a glimmer of historical context, with the most recent encounter on October 7, 2023, ending in a dominant 4-1 victory for Chelsea at Burnley's home ground. This result will undoubtedly play on the minds of both sets of players as they prepare for the upcoming match.

Prediction

Given the current form, standings, and historical data, the prediction leans heavily in favor of Chelsea. Stamford Bridge has been a fortress in the past, and despite their mid-table position, they are expected to have the upper hand against a struggling Burnley side. The absence of a clear winner in the predictions could indicate a level of uncertainty, but Chelsea's superior quality, especially in their key players like Broja, Nkunku, and Chukwuemeka, should see them through.

In conclusion, this match is set to be a test of resilience for Burnley and a chance for Chelsea to climb up the ranks. With the home advantage and a stronger squad, Chelsea is predicted to emerge victorious, although the beautiful game is known for its unpredictability. Fans will be hoping for an enthralling encounter come Saturday at Stamford Bridge.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

67%

33%

Attacking Potential

73%

27%

Defensive Potential

57%

43%

Poisson Distribution

66%

34%

Stregth H2H

93%

7%

Goals H2H

88%

13%

Wins the game

74%

26%

Chelsea - Burnley Head to Head

30/03	Chelsea	2 - 2	Burnley
07/10	Burnley	1 - 4	Chelsea

Premier League standings

Rank	Team	MP	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	Pts
1	Arsenal	31	22	5	4	75	24	51	71
2	Liverpool	31	21	8	2	72	30	42	71
3	Manchester City	31	21	7	3	71	31	40	70
4	Aston Villa	32	18	6	8	66	49	17	60
5	Tottenham	30	17	6	7	62	44	18	57
6	Manchester United	31	15	4	12	45	46	-1	49
7	West Ham	32	13	9	10	52	56	-4	48
8	Newcastle	31	14	5	12	65	52	13	47
9	Chelsea	29	12	7	10	53	50	3	43
10	Brighton	31	11	10	10	51	49	2	43
11	Wolves	31	12	6	13	44	49	-5	42
12	Bournemouth	31	11	8	12	45	55	-10	41
13	Fulham	32	11	6	15	47	51	-4	39
14	Crystal Palace	31	7	9	15	36	54	-18	30
15	Everton	31	9	8	14	32	42	-10	29
16	Brentford	32	7	8	17	45	58	-13	29
17	Nottingham Forest	31	7	8	16	39	53	-14	25
18	Luton	32	6	7	19	45	65	-20	25
19	Burnley	32	4	7	21	32	67	-35	19
20	Sheffield Utd	30	3	6	21	28	80	-52	15