Chelsea is set to clash with Burnley at Turf Moor in the Premier League on Saturday, aiming for their third consecutive victory across all competitions.
Meanwhile, Burnley is riding high after securing their first three points of the new season with a 2-1 win against Luton Town on Tuesday.
Match Preview
After dominating the Championship last season and gaining promotion with an impressive 101 points, Burnley has faced challenges adjusting to the Premier League.
However, they clinched their first victory against Luton, showcasing their potential to thrive at this level.
Vincent Kompany commended his team’s resilience, emphasizing the significance of their maiden win.
Burnley currently holds the 18th spot in the Premier League, but they are eager to climb higher and avoid relegation.
Burnley’s performance at home is crucial to their success. Having suffered four successive losses at Turf Moor at the start of the season, they aim to turn the tide.
They must also shore up their defense, having conceded 16 goals and failed to keep a clean sheet in seven league games.
On the other hand, Chelsea is heading to Turf Moor with confidence after recent victories.
They need to continue this momentum, especially before facing challenging fixtures post the international break.
Chelsea has a solid track record against Burnley, having scored in their last 16 Premier League meetings. They have won 11 of these encounters.
In terms of Premier League away games, Chelsea has room for improvement. Although they’ve only secured maximum points in three of their last 14 away games, they have a remarkable record at Turf Moor, winning their last five visits.
Team News
Burnley is dealing with some injuries, but they will field a strong lineup. Meanwhile, Chelsea has some key players sidelined due to injuries and suspensions.
Possible Starting Lineups:
Burnley:
Trafford;
Roberts, Al-Dakhil, Beyer, Taylor;
Berge, Cullen, Brownhill;
Koleosho, Foster, Amdouni
Chelsea:
Sanchez;
Cucurella, Disasi, Silva, Colwill;
Caicedo, Fernandez, Gallagher;
Palmer, Jackson, Sterling
Prediction
Despite injuries, Chelsea is likely to clinch a narrow victory against Burnley. Burnley needs to bolster their defense to secure a positive result against a formidable Chelsea side.
We Predict: Burnley 0-1 Chelsea
