Burnley vs Preston Predictions

Burnley vs Preston Predictions for this Championship clash. Burnley are brimming with confidence at the moment, so can Preston take them down a peg or two when they travel to Turf Moor? Read on for our match preview and free betting tips.

Premier League | Oct 5, 2024 at 12.30pm UK at Turf Moor

Burnley vs Preston Predictions

Will Burnley Dominate the Derby or Can Preston Upset the Odds?

• Burnley’s Home Fortress: The Clarets have emerged victorious in three of their four home Championship matches this season, making Turf Moor a daunting destination for any visitor.
• Preston’s Away Woes: Preston North End have tasted defeat in three out of four away league games this term, highlighting their struggles on the road and raising questions about their resilience.
• Preston’s Scoring Streak on the Road: Despite their challenges, Preston have managed to score in their last three away Championship fixtures, indicating they possess the firepower to trouble Burnley’s defence in this high-stakes derby.

Our Tips

Burnley are heading towards the Lancashire derby, sitting proudly near the top of the Championship, and willing to get another win over host local rivals Preston North End in what promises to be a heated encounter. The Clarets have been in scintillating form, and their fans are dreaming of a return to the Premier League at the first time asking. On the other side, Preston are beginning to find their footing under new manager Paul Heckingbottom, and are coming on the back of a confidence-boosting 3-0 victory over Watford. With bragging rights and crucial points at stake, this derby has all the ingredients for a classic. Will Burnley continue their march towards the summit, or can Preston throw a spanner in the works?

Best Bet for this match: Burnley to win and both teams to score

After been relegated from the Premier League, Burnley have been turning heads this season, and it’s hard to look past them securing a victory in this clash. They’ve transformed Turf Moor into a fortress, winning three out of four home games and showing a level of dominance in front of their supporters. Josh Brownhill has been instrumental, already bagging four goals and proving lethal from the penalty spot. His influence in midfield could be the key to unlocking Preston’s backline.

However, let’s not get too carried away. After all this is a derby and Preston might just have a plot twist up their sleeves. They’ve found the net in their last three away Championship matches, and with Mads Frokjaer-Jensen starting to make his mark from midfield, they could pose a real threat. Heckingbottom seems to be instilling belief in his squad, and they won’t give up without a fight.

That said, Preston’s defence has been leakier than a sieve, conceding an average of 1.5 goals per game. Against a Burnley side that’s averaging 1.8 goals per match, they could be in for a long and umcofortable night. And with Milutin Osmajic likely sidelined due to that alleged biting incident—talk about taking a bite out of the competition!—their attacking options are surely much more limited.

Our BettingTips4You.com expert, Herrin Kendrick, captures it perfectly: “Burnley are on a roll, but derbies have a way of surprising us. Backing Burnley to win with both teams scoring is a savvy move, considering Burnley’s firepower and Preston’s recent knack for finding the net.”

So, while the smart money is on Burnley to clinch the win, don’t be too shocked if Preston manage to get on the scoresheet make this derby a balanced affair. After all, in a derby, form often goes out the window, and the unexpected becomes the norm. Emotions will be running high, tackles will be flying in, and perhaps we’ll even see a few controversial moments—hopefully no more biting, though!

Second Prediction: Correct Score – Burnley 3-1

A 3-1 victory for Burnley seems a likely outcome. The Clarets have been prolific in front of goal, with multiple players stepping up when it counts. Josh Brownhill’s influence cannot be overstated, and with the home crowd behind them, Burnley could well put a few past Preston’s shaky defence.

Preston, despite their position in the table, have shown they can cause problems especially away from home. They’ve scored in their last three away games, and with Frokjaer-Jensen in decent form, they might just breach Burnley’s defence.

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