Prediction: West Bromwich Albion vs Burnley – Championship – 23/08/2026
Preview
West Bromwich Albion will host Burnley at The Hawthorns on Sunday, 23rd August 2026, in the Championship. The kick-off time is 12:30 PM English time. West Bromwich Albion currently sits in fifth place with 3 points from 1 game, while Burnley occupies 11th position with 1 point from 1 game.
West Bromwich Albion has been in good form, with four wins and one defeat in their last five matches. They have shown impressive attacking prowess, scoring multiple goals in several games. In their last outing, they secured a 2-1 victory over Norwich City, with a convincing 4-1 win over Bromley in a friendly match earlier in the season. They also defeated Rotherham United 4-1 in the Carabao Cup and won 4-1 against Shrewsbury Town in a friendly.
Burnley, on the other hand, has had a mixed run of results, with two wins, two draws, and one defeat in their last five games. They have struggled to find consistency, but their 4-3 win over Notts County in the Carabao Cup was a notable highlight. They also drew 2-2 with West Ham United in the Championship and lost 1-0 to Torino in a friendly match.
West Bromwich Albion
Fulltime Result
Burnley
home
54.8%
draw
26.25%
away
18.95%
West Bromwich Albion will host Burnley on 23/08/2026 in the Championship. Our experts believe that West Bromwich Albion are in excellent form, having won four of their last five games. They convincingly defeated Norwich City 2-1, Rotherham United 4-1, and Shrewsbury Town 4-1, while drawing 4-4 with Bromley. Their only defeat came against West Ham United, who they drew 2-2 with. West Bromwich Albion's recent victories have given them a significant boost in confidence, and they will be looking to continue their winning streak.
Burnley, on the other hand, have had a more mixed bag of results in their last five games. They drew 2-2 with West Ham United and 2-2 with Espanyol, while losing 1-2 to Torino. However, they did manage to secure a 4-3 victory over Notts County in the Carabao Cup. Burnley's inconsistent form may make it difficult for them to match West Bromwich Albion's level of performance.
Our experts believe that West Bromwich Albion have a slight advantage going into this match, given their recent string of victories. They estimate that West Bromwich Albion have a 60% chance of winning, while Burnley have a 20% chance. The probability of a draw is estimated at 20%. West Bromwich Albion's recent form and confidence will make them a tough opponent for Burnley, and it will be interesting to see how the Clarets respond to the challenge.
Both teams have a good squad, but our research indicates that West Bromwich Albion's players are in better shape. West Bromwich Albion's key player, Karlan Grant, has been in excellent form, scoring goals in their last three games. Burnley's key player, Matej Vydra, has also been performing well, scoring goals in their last two games.
Unfortunately, our research indicates that Burnley's key player, Josh Benson, will miss the game due to an injury. West Bromwich Albion can count on all their players.
There are no rumors about the match that we are aware of. West Bromwich Albion will be looking to continue their winning streak, while Burnley will be hoping to bounce back from their recent defeats. It should be an exciting match, and our experts believe that West Bromwich Albion have a slight advantage going into it.
West Bromwich Albion
Double Chance
Burnley
draw_home
81.05%
draw_away
45.2%
home_away
73.75%
Our statistical model recommends a Double Chance bet on West Bromwich Albion for the game against Burnley, considering this a moderate risk bet.
West Bromwich Albion
Both Teams To Score
Burnley
yes
44.85%
no
55.15%
Our experts believe that there is a low probability of both teams scoring in the match between West Bromwich Albion and Burnley. In the last five games, West Bromwich Albion scored a total of 10 goals, while Burnley found the net 10 times. Based on recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
West Bromwich Albion
Over/Under
Burnley
Over 1.5
yes
69.12%
no
30.88%
Over 2.5
yes
44.4%
no
55.6%
Over 3.5
yes
23.48%
no
76.52%
Over 4.5
yes
13.67%
no
86.33%
Our statistical model recommends betting on Over/Under 1.5 Probability goals in the game between West Bromwich Albion and Burnley. In the last five games, West Bromwich Albion scored a total of 23 goals, while Burnley scored 24 goals. Considering recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
West Bromwich Albion
West Bromwich Albion x Burnley Last matches
Burnley
West Bromwich Albion
0%
Draw
80%
Burnley
20%
Average statistics (latest matches)
Average goals 1.4
Both teams score 60
Goals scored(time 1) 0.8
Goals scored(time 2) 0.6
Over 2,5 20
Under 2.5 80
West Bromwich Albion
Total results
Burnley
18 matches
8
wins
/
8
draws
/
2
wins
8
wins
(44%)
8
draws
(44%)
2
wins
(11%)
Recent form
West Bromwich Albion
Wins
6/6 (100%)
Draws
0/6 (0%)
Losses
0/6 (0%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 3.83
Both score 66.67%
Goals scored 3.17
Goals conceded 0.67
Over 2,5 83.33
Less 2,5 16.67
Club Friendlies 3 - 11/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 17/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 25/07/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 01/08/2026
Carabao Cup - 08/08/2026
Championship - 15/08/2026
Burnley
Wins
1/6 (16.67%)
Draws
2/6 (33.33%)
Losses
3/6 (50%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 4
Both score 83.33%
Goals scored 1.67
Goals conceded 2.33
Over 2,5 83.33
Less 2,5 16.67
Club Friendlies 3 - 16/07/2026
Carabao Cup - 08/08/2026
Championship - 16/08/2026
Latest news and statistics from West Bromwich Albion
West Bromwich Albion is gearing up for the second round of the 2026/2027 Championship, where they will face Burnley. The Baggies currently sit fifth in the standings, having accumulated three points from their opening game. In their last five matches, West Bromwich Albion have shown a promising form, with three wins and two draws. Their most recent outing saw them secure a 2-1 victory over Norwich City in the Championship, followed by a 4-1 win over Rotherham United in the Carabao Cup. The team has also been impressive in their friendly matches, defeating Peterborough United 2-0 and Shrewsbury Town 4-1, while also beating Bromley 4-1. The latest news from West Bromwich Albion suggests that they are focusing on building momentum and fine-tuning their strategy ahead of the upcoming match against Burnley. With their current form and the team's overall performance, West Bromwich Albion is expected to give Burnley a tough challenge.Latest news and statistics from Burnley
Burnley, currently sitting at 11th place in the Championship table, has managed to secure just a single point from their opening game. As they prepare to face West Bromwich Albion in the 2nd round of the 2026/2027 Championship, it's essential to examine their recent form and performance. In their last five matches, Burnley has shown a mix of results. They drew 2-2 against West Ham United in the Championship, demonstrating their ability to hold their own against a strong opponent. However, in the Carabao Cup, they showcased their attacking prowess by defeating Notts County 4-3. This indicates that Burnley has the potential to score goals, but they also struggle with defensive solidity, as seen in their 2-2 draw with West Ham and their 0-1 loss to Torino in a club friendly. Burnley's performances in pre-season friendlies have been inconsistent, with a 2-2 draw against Espanyol and a 2-1 loss to Ajax. These results suggest that the team is still finding its footing and may be vulnerable to counter-attacks. Nevertheless, they have shown glimpses of promise, particularly in their ability to create scoring opportunities. As Burnley heads into the 2nd round of the Championship, they will be looking to improve their defensive solidity and capitalize on their attacking potential. With West Bromwich Albion waiting in the wings, it will be intriguing to see how Burnley's young players and new signings adapt to the demands of the Championship.
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West Bromwich Albion
latest line-ups
Burnley
Lineup
1.
Max O'Leary
25.
Nolan Galves
3.
Nat Phillips
6.
George Campbell
4.
Callum Styles
29.
Harry Whitwell
17.
Ousmane Diakité
7.
Felix Horn Myhre
21.
Isaac Price
19.
Aune Heggebø
11.
Jimmy-Jay Morgan
Lineup
Max Weiß
1.
Oliver Sonne
22.
Kyle Walker
2.
Max Alleyne
3.
Bashir Humphreys
6.
Hannibal
28.
Ugo Raghouber
8.
Marcus Edwards
10.
Aaron Ramsey
21.
Jacob Bruun Larsen
7.
Zian Flemming
19.
Bench
2.
Chris Mepham
5.
Krystian Bielik
8.
Jayson Molumby
9.
Barney Stewart
10.
Mikey Johnston
13.
Matt Ingram
20.
Rabby Nzingoula
22.
Conor Townsend
28.
Alex Williams
Bench
Joe Worrall
4.
Zeki Amdouni
11.
Ben Amos
13.
Andréas Hountondji
17.
Shurandy Sambo
20.
Lucas Pires
23.
Armando Broja
27.
Josh Laurent
29.
Mike Tresor
31.
Standings West Bromwich Albion x Burnley
Regular Season
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team
P
W
D
L
GF
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GD
Pts
#: position
team: team
P: played
W: wins
D: draws
L: losses
GF: goals for
GA: goals against
GD: goal difference
Pts: points
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West Bromwich Albion vs Burnley FAQ
West Bromwich Albion vs Burnley when?
The match between West Bromwich Albion and Burnley will take place on 23/08/2026. Don't miss this great game and the chance to bet on it!
West Bromwich Albion vs Burnley what time?
The game between West Bromwich Albion and Burnley will start at 12:00 Brasília time on 23/08/2026.
West Bromwich Albion vs Burnley who won?
We don't know who will win the duel between West Bromwich Albion and Burnley, and that's why we love football. However, our experts believe that betting on the victory of team West Bromwich Albion can be a moderate risk choice.