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Bristol City FC v Burnley FC
Ashton Gate
Championship Matchday 16
23-11-2024 12:30
Bristol City Form
Burnley Form
The Championship clash between Bristol City and Burnley on Saturday, 23rd November at 12:30 at Ashton Gate promises to be an intriguing encounter. Managers Liam Manning and Scott Parker will both be keen to ensure their sides are fully prepared for the challenge. With both teams in the hunt for important points in the Championship standings, this match could play a pivotal role in their aspirations for the remainder of the season.
Bristol City have struggled for consistency this season, while Burnley have shown strong form, especially in their defensive displays. With both teams having a somewhat different approach to their game, we can expect an exciting and tactically astute affair on Saturday afternoon.
When analysing the Bristol City vs Burnley betting tips, one of the most crucial factors is Burnley’s solid away form and impressive defensive record. Bristol City have had a mixed bag of results, especially when facing teams above them in the league. Their tendency to draw games at home combined with Burnley’s unbeaten record in their last seven meetings with Bristol City makes the away team look like the stronger side here.
Best Tip: Under 2.5 Goals Both teams have shown signs of being tough to break down defensively, and with Burnley’s formidable backline and Bristol City’s struggle for consistency, this match is likely to see fewer goals. Under 2.5 goals appears to be a strong tip, given that both sides have been involved in a number of low-scoring affairs this season.
In terms of a Bristol City vs Burnley prediction, Burnley will be the favourites heading into the match. The Lancashire club has been in excellent form, particularly in their away games, where they’ve conceded very few goals. Their ability to grind out results, including six consecutive league victories against Bristol City, shows that they have a psychological advantage over their opponents.
Bristol City, on the other hand, have shown flashes of brilliance but lack the consistency required to topple Burnley, especially at home. With their home record being far from flawless, they will have to produce a near-perfect performance to upset Burnley. However, considering Burnley’s recent run and strong defensive stability, a Burnley win seems like the most likely outcome.
Match Prediction: Burnley to Win. Bet with bet365.
Looking at the Bristol City vs Burnley score prediction, the most likely scoreline appears to be a narrow 1-0 or 2-0 victory for Burnley. Bristol City has struggled to break down tough opposition this season, and with Burnley’s defensive solidity, it’s difficult to see them conceding more than once, if at all.
Burnley’s attacking force, including Josh Brownhill, could prove the difference in a tightly contested match, but with both teams likely to keep things tight at the back, a 1-0 victory for Burnley seems the most probable scoreline.
Correct Score Prediction: 1-0 to Burnley. Bet with bet365.
In terms of Bristol City vs Burnley Over/Under goals prediction, the tip is to back Under 2.5 goals once again. Both sides have shown a tendency to be involved in low-scoring encounters, and Burnley’s strong defensive displays are unlikely to be breached easily. Burnley’s recent away games have seen very few goals, with an average of just one goal scored per match. Bristol City, while decent at home, have struggled to find the back of the net against teams of a higher calibre.
Considering these factors, it’s safe to predict a low-scoring affair. With Burnley’s defensive setup likely to thwart Bristol City’s attacks, the Under 2.5 goals market remains a reliable option for this match.
Over/Under Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.
For the Bristol City vs Burnley Bet Builder tip, the key player to watch out for is Josh Brownhill, Burnley’s top scorer this season. The midfielder has been in good form and could very well find the back of the net once again in this encounter. With Burnley’s strong defensive record, they are likely to control much of the game, and Brownhill could take advantage of any opportunities that arise.
A good bet builder here could be to back Burnley to win, Josh Brownhill to score anytime, and Under 2.5 goals. This combination of bets offers value while aligning with the expected nature of the game, where Burnley’s defensive strength and Brownhill’s attacking prowess come together to secure a victory.
Bet Builder Tip: Burnley to Win, Under 2.5 goals, and Josh Brownhill to score anytime. Bet with bet365.
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