The Burnley vs Everton Premier League clash on Saturday 27 December 2025 promises plenty of drama. Scheduled for 3:00pm GMT at Turf Moor, Burnley (the Clarets) will be desperate for points as they hover near the relegation zone, while Everton (the Toffees) look to break into the top half of the table. This preview covers the latest team news, probable lineups, head-to-head stats and expert predictions – with the main keyword “Burnley vs Everton” featured throughout to guide our focus.
Match Overview
Burnley enter the game sitting 19th in the Premier League with just 11 points from 19 matches, while Everton sit in 10th with 24 points. This mid-season fixture is key for both: a win would lift Burnley off the foot of the table, whereas Everton could push for a top-six spot with victory. As of late December 2025, recent results highlight Burnley’s struggles: they have drawn only one of their last five games (a 1-1 at Bournemouth) and lost the other four. Everton’s form is mixed but slightly better – they have won two and lost three of their last five outings, beating Nottingham Forest and Bournemouth while losing to Arsenal, Chelsea and Newcastle.
Key facts and context for this match include:
– Burnley’s 2025–26 Premier League position: 19th (11 pts).
– Everton’s position: 10th (24 pts).
– Burnley’s top scorer so far: Zian Flemming (5 goals).
– Everton’s top scorers: (Everton’s top scorers have 4 goals each – Iliman Ndiaye and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, though both are unavailable).
Collectively, these stats show Burnley’s low output (only 11 points and a leaky defense) compared to Everton’s mid-table consistency. The EvertonNews preview notes Burnley’s “struggles,” suggesting Everton are slight favorites, a point backed up by form and points tallies.
Team Form & Head-to-Head
Recent form charts a clear picture: Burnley are in a poor run, while Everton have shown glimpses of stability. Burnley’s results (last five league games) are: Bournemouth 1-1 Burnley; Burnley 2-3 Fulham; Newcastle 2-1 Burnley; Burnley 0-1 Crystal Palace; Brentford 3-1 Burnley – just 1 point from five games. Everton’s recent results: Everton 0-1 Arsenal; Chelsea 2-0 Everton; Everton 3-0 Nottingham Forest; Bournemouth 0-1 Everton; Everton 1-4 Newcastle – 6 points from five (2 wins, 3 losses).
Head-to-head, Everton have historically had the edge. In the 17 Premier League meetings between Burnley and Everton, Everton have won 10 times to Burnley’s 6, with 1 draw. Notably, Everton have won the last three meetings at Turf Moor, each time winning both halves. These facts suggest Everton are favorites, though Burnley will be eager to buck the trend at home.
Team News & Likely Lineups
- Burnley (Head Coach: Scott Parker): Parker will name a 4-3-3 side. In goal, Martin Dubravka is expected to start. The back four will likely feature the likes of Hjalmar Ekdal, Joe Worrall and youngster Lucas Pires[9]. In midfield, Josh Cullen (captain), Josh Laurent and Lesley Ugochukwu should form the trio[9]. Up front, Burnley are likely to play Jaidon Anthony on the right, Zian Flemming as center forward, and Jacob Bruun Larsen on the left. This setup mirrors their recent games: a 4-3-3 with a relatively youthful attack.
- Everton (Head Coach: Sean Dyche): Everton are expected to use a 4-2-3-1 system[9]. Jordan Pickford will start in goal, behind a back four of Jake O’Brien, James Tarkowski, Michael Keane and Vitaliy Mykolenko[9]. In front of them, defensive midfielders Tim Iroegbunam and James Garner will shield the defense. Ahead of them, Dwight McNeil (right), Carlos Alcaraz (center), and Jack Grealish (left) will support lone striker Thierno Barry. This midfield of Grealish and Alcaraz is creative, aiming to unlock Burnley’s defense.
Key absences may influence tactics:
- Burnley unavailable: Hannibal Mejbri (suspended), Lyle Foster (on international duty in AFCON), Axel Tuanzebe (international duty). Injuries also rule out Connor Roberts (knee), Jordan Beyer (hamstring), Maxime Estève (hamstring) and Zeki Amdouni (ACL). In summary, Burnley miss two fullbacks (Roberts, Beyer), Mejbri in midfield, plus Foster and Tuanzebe.
- Everton unavailable: Idrissa Gana Gueye and Iliman Ndiaye are away for the Africa Cup of Nations (Senegal). Injuries sideline full-backs Seamus Coleman and Jarrad Branthwaite (both hamstring) and midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall (hamstring). Thus Everton will miss multiple senior defenders and two attacking midfielders, forcing Dyche to rely on younger players like Iroegbunam and potentially McNeil returning from injury.
Together, these absences suggest Burnley will field a mix of experienced (Worrall, Ekdal, Cullen) and youth (Ugochukwu, Bruun Larsen) players, while Everton must cope without key squad members, though their starting lineup still packs quality.
Predicted Starting Lineups (likely):
– Burnley (4-3-3): Dubravka; Walker, Ekdal, Worrall, Pires; Cullen, Laurent, Ugochukwu; Anthony, Flemming, Bruun Larsen[9].
– Everton (4-2-3-1): Pickford; O’Brien, Tarkowski, Keane, Mykolenko; Iroegbunam, Garner; McNeil, Alcaraz, Grealish; Barry[9].
Match Predictions & Betting Tips
Most analysts view this as a tight, low-scoring affair. A South Coast-based preview, for example, predicts a 1-1 draw. Opta’s model gives Everton a ~44.9% chance of winning versus Burnley’s ~30.2%, reflecting Everton’s defensive stability and Burnley’s struggles. Burnley concede an average of 1.9 goals per game and have the league’s second-worst defensive record, while Everton concede about 1.0 goals per away game. Betting previews strongly favor Under 2.5 goals (experts note both teams’ recent games have been tight). Both teams to score looks unlikely: Everton games have BTTS only ~20% of the time, and Burnley rarely keep clean sheets.
Key prediction points:
– Opta Win Probabilities: Everton ~44.9%, Draw ~24.9%, Burnley ~30.2%.
– Score Prediction: 1-1 draw (expert tip).
– Goals: Under 2.5 total.
– BTTS (Both Teams To Score): Unlikely (forecast: No, given Everton’s low-scoring trend).
– Burnley factors: Top scorer Flemming (5 goals) will be key.
– Everton factors: Jack Grealish’s creativity and Thierno Barry’s finishing could decide the game.
Based on these analyses, our prediction is a hard-fought 1-1 draw. Everton’s defense is sturdier, but Burnley’s home advantage and attacking threats (Flemming, Bruun Larsen) should earn them at least a point. Pundits largely agree on a tight scoreline with few goals.
Betting Tips: Many tipsters recommend playing it safe. The popular picks include Under 2.5 goals and Correct Score 1-1. Both Teams to Score – No is another common tip. Always gamble responsibly!
FAQs
Q: When and where will the match be played?
A: The fixture is set for Saturday, 27 December 2025 at 15:00 GMT, with the match hosted at Turf Moor (Burnley’s home stadium).
Q: What are the teams’ current league positions and form?
A: Burnley are currently 19th in the Premier League with 11 points, having struggled recently (only 1 point from last 5 games). Everton sit 10th with 24 points and have been more consistent (2 wins, 0 draws, 3 losses in their last 5).
Q: Who is favored to win this match?
A: Oddsmakers and models slightly favor Everton. For example, Opta’s model gives Everton a ~45% chance to win, versus ~30% for Burnley. However, many previews predict a draw (1-1) as the most likely outcome. Given the contrasting form and squad issues, expect a close game.
Q: How can I watch or follow Burnley vs Everton?
A: Broadcast details vary by country/region. In the UK, Premier League games typically appear on Sky Sports, TNT Sports, or streaming services. Check local listings or the official Premier League website for TV/streaming info. (FotMob also offers live updates and stats if you can’t watch.)
Conclusion
The Burnley vs Everton showdown is a fascinating Premier League fixture with high stakes for both sides. Burnley need a result to lift themselves from relegation danger, while Everton aim to push toward Europe. All signs point to a tight, low-scoring match – under 2.5 goals looks likely, and experts forecast a draw. Burnley’s key man will be Zian Flemming, and Everton will lean on Jack Grealish and Carlo Alcaraz to create chances. Whatever the outcome, fans can expect a competitive clash at Turf Moor.
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