Burnley
VS
Newcastle United
Burnley vs Newcastle United : England: Premier League
Match Preview & Analysis
Premier League Showdown: Burnley Hosts Newcastle United in Crucial Clash
The Premier League is set to witness an exciting encounter as Burnley welcomes Newcastle United to Turf Moor on Tuesday, 30 December 2025. With both teams looking to improve their standings, this match holds significant importance in the context of the league table. Burnley, having experienced a mixed run of form, will be eager to capitalize on their home advantage, while Newcastle United will aim to build on their recent performances and secure a crucial win on the road. The stakes are high, and the teams will be giving it their all to come out on top in this highly anticipated clash.
Match Details
- Competition: England Premier League
- Venue: Turf Moor, Burnley
- Kick-off: 19:30 UTC
- Referee: Not announced
Current Form
Burnley's recent form has been a concern, with a string of losses and draws. Their home record reads LWLLDLLWWLLLLLLLDD, indicating a struggle to find consistency. On the other hand, Newcastle United has had a more promising run, with their away form showing a mix of wins and losses, DLDWDLWLWLLWWDWLDL. The Magpies will be looking to build on their recent performances and secure a vital win on the road.Team News & Predicted Lineups
Burnley is dealing with a lengthy injury list, with Z. Amdouni (knee injury), J. Beyer (hamstring injury), L. Foster (international duty), H. Mejbri (suspension), C. Roberts (groin injury), and A. Tuanzebe (international duty) all set to miss the fixture. J. Cullen, M. Esteve, and J. Worrall are also questionable due to injuries. This could lead to a significantly weakened Burnley lineup. Newcastle United is also facing injury concerns, with S. Botman (lower back injury), D. Burn (chest injury), A. Elanga (knock), E. Krafth (knee injury), J. Lascelles (muscle injury), V. Livramento (knee injury), W. Osula (ankle injury), and K. Trippier (hamstring injury) all ruled out. Despite these injuries, the Magpies are expected to field a strong lineup, with their depth and quality likely to give them an edge.Head-to-Head
The two teams have a rich history, with their last meeting resulting in a 2-1 win for Newcastle United. This rivalry is set to add an extra layer of intensity to the match, with both teams eager to come out on top.Tactical Analysis
The match is likely to be decided by the battle between Burnley's low block and Newcastle United's wingplay. The Magpies have been utilizing their wingers to great effect, with their pace and skill causing problems for opposing defenses. Burnley, on the other hand, has been relying on their defensive solidity to grind out results. If Newcastle can exploit Burnley's wing areas and deliver quality crosses into the box, they may be able to break down the home team's defense. Conversely, if Burnley can successfully implement their low block and catch Newcastle on the counter, they may be able to snatch a vital win.Match Prediction
Given the current form and team news, Newcastle United is favored to win this encounter. The Magpies have the quality and depth to overcome Burnley's defensive struggles, and their recent performances suggest they have the momentum to secure a crucial win on the road. The predicted scoreline is a close 1-0 or 2-1 win for Newcastle United, with the double chance of a draw or Newcastle win being the safest betting option.Team Form
Burnley
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Newcastle United
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Last 5: DWLDL
Head to Head
Last result: Newcastle 2 - 1 Burnley
Match Predictions
🏆 Winner: Newcastle (Win or draw)
⚽ Goals: -1.5
🎯 Advice: Double chance : draw or Newcastle