Burnley’s rollercoaster ride saw them in the Premier League for six seasons before they were relegated to the Championship in 2021/22. But thanks to their new coach, Vincent Kompany, they made a roaring comeback after just one year!
With a stunning 101 points in the Championship, losing only three games, the Clarets proved they were ready for a return. Their preseason friendlies included victories over Burton (1:0) and Sheffield Wednesday (2:0), though they did suffer a defeat against Genk (2:0).
Manchester City, on the other hand, is riding high after their treble-winning season. Their mantra for the new season? Win everything they can! And with their roster, it’s not an empty boast.
Yet, the Citizens have seen major midfield changes. Their long-time captain Ilkay Gundogan is Barcelona-bound, and Riyad Mahrez has left for Al Ahli in Saudi Arabia. Mateo Kovacic is filling some big shoes, but more moves might be in the works.
Head to Head: Burnley vs Manchester City
Manchester City has the upper hand here, having beaten Burnley 55 times. Burnley’s 30 wins and 25 draws against City are overshadowed by an 11-game losing streak or even a 16-game winless run. Their last win against City? That dates back to 2015!
Betting Tips: Burnley vs Manchester City
With this head-to-head history and current form, Burnley’s odds are stacked against them at 10.50, even at home. City is favoured at 1.37. Our prediction aligns with the bookies.
Over 3 Goals at 2.11 odds, or Over 1.25 Goals in the first half at 2.04.
