Wolves - Burnley

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1 - 0

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Hwang Hee-Chan

Matheus Cunha (Assist)

74'		H. Ekdal	Holding
63'		C. Taylor	Holding
57'		M. Lemina	Roughing
53'		S. Berge	Roughing
2'		J. Brownhill	Tripping

70'			In:	J. Bruun Larsen	Out:	M. Trésor
36'			In:	L. Koleosho	Out:	J. Guðmunds­son

Wolves - Burnley Predictions

Prediction: Draw or Burnley

Best odds: 2.03

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As the Premier League gears up for another exhilarating match-up, all eyes turn to the Molineux Stadium where Wolves are set to clash with Burnley on a chilly Tuesday evening. With the home side sitting mid-table and the visitors languishing in the relegation zone, predictions are swirling, but as any football aficionado knows, the beautiful game is anything but predictable.

Key Players

The home side, Wolves, have shown flashes of brilliance this season, and much of that can be attributed to their midfield dynamo, Jean-Ricner Bellegarde. With a rating of 6.23, he may not be the highest-rated player on the pitch, but his contribution is vital. Bellegarde's ability to break up play and initiate counter-attacks with his 2 key passes and 39 total passes will be crucial for Wolves to control the midfield battle.

Joining him in the midfield is the tenacious Mario René Junior Lemina, whose presence has been felt all over the pitch. With a rating of 6.92, Lemina's 386 total passes and 9 total shots showcase his dual threat as a distributor and a potential goal scorer.

Upfront, Wolves will rely on the sharpshooting Matheus Santos Carneiro da Cunha, an attacker who has notched 2 goals this season. His rating of 6.95, coupled with 12 shots on target, represents a beacon of hope for the home side as they seek to penetrate Burnley's defenses.

On the other side, Burnley will look towards the likes of Jacob Bruun Larsen to make an impact. The attacker, with a rating of 6.72, has managed to find the net once and will be hoping to add to his tally against Wolves.

In defense, Charles James Taylor, rated at 6.73, has been a consistent figure for Burnley. With 315 passes to his name, his ability to play out from the back could be key in launching quick counter-attacks.

Midfielder Joshua Brownhill stands out with a rating of 6.89. His knack for key passes, totaling 9 this season, could unlock Wolves' defense, and his goal-scoring ability, though modest, could come in handy in tight situations.

Recent Form

Wolves' recent form has been a mixed bag with an almost even spread of wins, draws, and losses (WLDWD). Sitting at 11th in the league with 15 points, they've shown they can compete but lack consistency. On home soil, they've won 2, drawn 2, and lost 2, suggesting that Molineux isn't the fortress they'd hope it to be.

Burnley, sitting at 19th with a mere 4 points, are in dire straits. Their form reads like a cry for help (LLLLL), with no wins in sight. They've struggled both at home and away, and with a goal difference of -21, their defense seems to be as porous as it gets.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record between these two teams is not provided in the data, but such historical matchups often leave lingering sentiments that can influence the upcoming game. Both teams will be eager to assert dominance and perhaps correct or continue the narrative of their previous encounters.

Prediction

Without a clear favorite from the predictions, this match promises to be an intriguing encounter. Wolves have the home advantage and a better form, suggesting they might be the ones to tip the scales. However, football is never played on paper, and Burnley's desperation for points could see them pull off a surprise.

The key battle will be in midfield, where Wolves' Bellegarde and Lemina will need to outplay Burnley's Brownhill. The outcome may very well hinge on whether Carneiro da Cunha can break through Burnley's backline or if Taylor can marshal his defense to keep a clean sheet.

In conclusion, while the data does not predict a clear winner, the form and home advantage lean towards Wolves. Expect a tightly contested match with Wolves likely edging it by a single goal, with Burnley fighting tooth and nail to avoid another defeat in their battle for survival.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

57%

43%

Attacking Potential

50%

50%

Defensive Potential

47%

53%

Poisson Distribution

59%

41%

Stregth H2H

29%

71%

Goals H2H

36%

64%

Wins the game

46%

54%

Wolves - Burnley Head to Head

02/04	Burnley	1 - 1	Wolves
05/12	Wolves	1 - 0	Burnley

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