In a crucial Premier League encounter this Saturday, Burnley hosts Wolverhampton in a matchup that holds significant implications for both teams.
Burnley, teetering on the edge of relegation, seeks to secure vital points to maintain their top-flight status, while Wolverhampton eyes a victory to bolster their bid for European football next season.
Burnley's recent 2-2 draw against Chelsea showcased their resilience, with goalkeeper Arijanet Muric's standout performance, making 11 saves, underscoring their character despite conceding goals twice.
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This fighting spirit, epitomized by Kompany's men, could prove instrumental in their quest to avoid relegation, especially with Burnley unbeaten in their last 3 games.
However, their overall record remains concerning, with just 3 wins in their last 25 matches across all competitions, compounded by the second-worst defensive record in the league.
Meanwhile, Wolverhampton's season has been relatively decent, but injury woes have plagued them consistently.
Key performers such as Matheus Cunha, Pedro Neto, and Hwang are doubtful for the upcoming fixture. Despite a setback against Villa, Wolverhampton remains optimistic about their prospects, aiming to embark on a positive run of results to contend for European qualification.
However, their upcoming fixtures against Arsenal and Manchester City present formidable challenges.
Wolverhampton have lost just 2 of their last 6 away games in all competitions.
In head-to-head trends, under 2.5 goals have been a common theme in Wolverhampton's recent encounters with Burnley in the Premier League.
Regarding injuries, Burnley's Lorenz Assignon is suspended, while Aaron Ramsey, Ameen Al-Dakhil, Jordan Beyer, Luca Koleosho, and Nathan Redmond are sidelined.
Wolverhampton faces similar setbacks, with Craig Dawson, Jean-Ricner Bellegarde, and Sasa Kalajdzic set to miss the game, along with their trio of star players.
Forebet predicts a solid win for Wolverhampton with under 2.5 goals scored, highlighting the potential outcome of this critical Premier League fixture.