Salford City vs Burnley predictions ahead of this clash in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday night. Can Vincent Kompany’s side get a boost in confidence to balance out what has been a difficult start to the season in the Premier League? Read on for our free betting tips and predictions.
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Salford City vs Burnley Predictions
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An EFL Clash of David and Goliath
Key Stats
– Burnley, despite their Premier League status, have been defeated four times in their last six matches.
– Salford have failed to keep a clean sheet since the commencement of the season.
When the floodlights illuminate Peninsula Stadium on Tuesday night, a riveting chapter in football will be inked. Salford City and Burnley, two clubs operating on contrasting ends of the EFL spectrum, will lock horns for the first time. With Salford stationed in League Two and Burnley brandishing their Premier League credentials, this tie promises more than just a game – it’s a study of dreams, ambition, and current form.
Salford’s Struggles It hasn’t been a rosy start for the League Two dwellers, Salford City. Merely hovering above the relegation abyss by a lone point after nine opening games puts them in a precarious situation. Their recent form further underlines their woes; five consecutive losses across all contests, with four in the league alone. Defeats to the league leaders, Notts County, and the just-demoted Accrington Stanley, might be excusable.
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However, the 3-2 slip-up to a beleaguered Harrogate Town would have left Manager Neil Wood ruminating about his defence, which has been as porous as a sieve lately. The absence of a clean sheet since day one, coupled with a habit of conceding at least two goals in their past four outings, casts shadows of doubt over their capabilities against top-tier opponents.
Yet, the Ammies possess a beacon of hope. Their triumph over Leeds United in the EFL Cup’s second round, decided on penalties, proves their potential to ruffle some Premier League feathers.
Burnley’s Mixed Bag Burnley, meanwhile, haven’t exactly been setting the Premier League alight. Despite re-entering the top tier, their commencement has been less than stellar. Tough fixtures against giants like Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur, Aston Villa, and Manchester United have given them a torrid time. Their narrow home loss to Manchester United in their latest fixture epitomises their fortunes. Yet, when faced with similar calibre sides, they’ve showcased more guile, as evidenced by their draw against Nottingham Forest and their victorious 1-0 outing in the EFL Cup.
Key Players to Watch Salford will likely roll out their big guns, ensuring no compromise on firepower. Eyes will be trained on Matt Smith, a recent goal and assist to his name, spearheading their offensive line. Conor McAleny, who boasted 11 league goals last season, is another potential game-changer. Burnley might employ a mix of regular and fringe players, with Jacob Bruun Larsen, Jay Rodriguez, and goalie Arijanet Muric possibly starting.
Team Analysis and Expected Goals Averages Salford City: Salford’s recent form suggests defensive frailties, having let in 16 goals from their nine games, an average of 1.8 goals conceded per match. Offensively, they’ve netted 11 times, an average of 1.2 goals a game.
Burnley: The Premier League side’s stats are slightly more concerning. Having played five games, they’ve conceded 13 (2.6 per game) and scored only four (0.8 per game).
Predictions
- Match Outcome Prediction (Under/Over) Given Burnley’s Premier League stature and Salford’s form, Burnley are favoured. However, considering both teams’ defensive lapses and the goals they’ve conceded, an Over 2.5 goals seems probable.
- Correct Score Prediction Combining Salford’s attacking ability with Burnley’s superior quality, a 2-1 victory in favour of Burnley is predicted.
- Goalscorer Prediction Matt Smith for Salford, due to his recent form and a BettingTips4You Expert Rating of 7.50, is expected to be on the scoresheet. From Burnley, Jacob Bruun Larsen, with a respectable 6.78 rating, stands a solid chance.
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