Premier League 2025-2026: Newcastle vs Burnley Prediction

Newcastle

Home Team
93%
VS

Burnley

Away Team
3%
Draw: 4%
Over 2.5: 56%
Under 2.5: 44%
Goal: 54%
No Goal: 46%

Current Standings

Pos Team Pl W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Arsenal 14 10 3 1 27 7 20 33
2 Man City 14 9 1 4 32 16 16 28
3 Aston Villa 14 8 3 3 20 14 6 27
4 Chelsea 14 7 3 4 25 15 10 24
5 Crystal Palace 14 6 5 3 18 11 7 23
6 Sunderland 14 6 5 3 18 14 4 23
7 Brighton 14 6 4 4 24 20 4 22
8 Man United 14 6 4 4 22 21 1 22
9 Liverpool 14 7 1 6 21 21 0 22
10 Everton 14 6 3 5 15 17 -2 21
11 Tottenham 14 5 4 5 23 18 5 19
12 Newcastle 14 5 4 5 19 18 1 19
13 Brentford 14 6 1 7 21 22 -1 19
14 Bournemouth 14 5 4 5 21 24 -3 19
15 Fulham 14 5 2 7 19 22 -3 17
16 Nott'm Forest 14 4 3 7 14 22 -8 15
17 Leeds 14 4 2 8 16 26 -10 14
18 West Ham 14 3 3 8 16 28 -12 12
19 Burnley 14 3 1 10 15 28 -13 10
20 Wolves 14 0 2 12 7 29 -22 2

Advanced Metrics (Last 5 games)

Newcastle

Average Expected Goals (xG): 2.33
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.49
# Clean Sheets: 0

Burnley

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.06
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 2.85
# Clean Sheets: 0

Key Prediction Insights

The upcoming clash between Newcastle and Burnley heavily favors the home team, Newcastle, with a staggering 93% probability of winning. The predicted outcome suggests an exciting match with over 2.5 goals likely to be scored, backed by a 56% chance. Currently sitting at 12th in the Premier League, Newcastle looks to climb the ranks, while Burnley struggles at 19th, facing potential relegation.

Match Analysis

Newcastle comes into this game with a positive momentum, unbeaten in their last three outings. They recently secured a crucial victory against Manchester City at home and convincingly defeated Everton away. Their attacking prowess is evident, with an average of 1.8 goals scored per game in their last five appearances, supported by a solid expected goals average of 2.326. However, their defense remains a concern as they have yet to keep a clean sheet in their last five matches, conceding an average of 1.2 goals. Burnley, on the other hand, is in a challenging phase, having lost all their last three fixtures. They failed to score in two of these games, highlighting a struggle in the attacking department, with an average of 1.6 goals scored per game. Defensively, Burnley has been porous, conceding an alarming 3 goals per match in recent outings. Their expected goals conceded average of 2.846 further underscores their defensive frailties, making it a tough task to secure points against a resurgent Newcastle side.

Final Prediction

Newcastle's recent form and superior attacking metrics give them a significant edge over Burnley. The Magpies' ability to score and capitalize on opportunities should be a decisive factor in this encounter. Keep an eye on Newcastle's offensive transitions, which could exploit Burnley's defensive vulnerabilities, potentially leading to a high-scoring affair.