Burnley vs Bristol City Prediction Betting Tips & Preview

Burnley vs Bristol City Odds

Date: 29/03/25
Kick-off time: 15:00
Venue: Turf Moor

The Championship clash between Burnley and Bristol City is set to take place on Saturday at Turf Moor. This match, which is the 39th fixture of the season, sees Burnley, currently third in the table, face off against seventh-placed Bristol City. With Burnley pushing for promotion and Bristol City fighting for a playoff spot, this encounter promises to be an exciting one.

Burnley vs Bristol City Team News

As Burnley head into this fixture, they remain in fine form, having accumulated 78 points from 38 matches. Burnley’s robust squad, led by manager Scott Parker, has been a significant force this season, particularly at home. Their unbeaten run at Turf Moor (10 wins and 9 draws) speaks volumes about their consistency. Burnley will be relying on their excellent defensive record, having conceded only 11 goals in their 38 league matches. There is no confirmed injury news for the Clarets ahead of this match, so they are expected to field their strongest available team.

On the other side, Bristol City sit in seventh place with 57 points from 38 games. They have shown resilience throughout the season, securing 14 wins, 15 draws, and 9 defeats. Bristol City’s away form has been a bit mixed, but they have gained momentum in their recent matches, winning three times and drawing twice in their last five games. Manager Liam Manning will be hoping for a strong performance from his team, especially against a side as formidable as Burnley. The Robins are currently without any major injury concerns and will be looking to make an impact at Turf Moor.

Burnley vs Bristol City Betting Tips

A strong betting tip would be to consider a handicap bet on Burnley, given their dominance in recent head-to-head encounters with Bristol City. Burnley have won every one of their last five meetings with the Robins, and their recent form supports this trend.

For those looking for a potentially lucrative bet, Josh Brownhill to score at any time is a solid choice. Brownhill, Burnley’s top scorer, has been in excellent form, scoring four times in his last five appearances and currently sits third in the Championship’s scoring ranks. With a well-timed run into the box, Brownhill has the potential to add to his tally in this match.

Burnley vs Bristol City Match Predictions

In this fixture, Burnley are the favourites to take all three points, primarily due to their remarkable form at home and their overall league standing. Their superior defensive record and attacking strength, particularly in recent matches, make them a tough side to break down. Although Bristol City have been solid recently, their mixed away form and Burnley’s commanding head-to-head record lead us to predict a home victory.

Our Burnley v Bristol prediction is a win for the Clarets. Their defence should keep the Robins at bay, and their attack, spearheaded by Brownhill, will likely make the difference in the match.

Match Prediction: Burnley to win. Bet with bet365.

Burnley vs Bristol City Correct Score Tips & Predictions

The most likely Burnley v Bristol score prediction for this game is 2-0 in favour of Burnley. Given the Clarets’ defensive solidity and their recent form, it’s reasonable to expect them to win without conceding. Bristol City’s attacking options have been solid but not as prolific as Burnley’s, which further supports our prediction of a home win with a clean sheet.

If you are looking for higher value bets, consider backing Burnley to win 2-1. While their defence is formidable, Bristol City’s recent form suggests they are capable of finding the back of the net, especially if Burnley take an early lead and allow the Robins to push forward in search of an equaliser.

Correct Score Prediction: 2-0 to Burnley. Bet with bet365.

Burnley vs Bristol City Over & Under Goals Betting Tips

When it comes to the Burnley v Bristol Over/Under goals market, we predict under 2.5 goals in this fixture. Burnley have the best defensive record in the Championship, and Bristol City, while capable of scoring, have often struggled against top-tier teams like Burnley. The Clarets are likely to dominate possession and control the game, while Bristol City will likely focus on limiting Burnley’s attacking chances.

Backing under 2.5 goals in this match seems like a sensible approach, particularly given the tight nature of the contest and Burnley’s tendency to keep things compact at the back. Burnley’s defensive strength should make it difficult for Bristol City to breach their backline, while the home side may find a couple of goals enough to seal the win.

Over/Under Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.

Burnley vs Bristol City Bet Builder Tip

For those utilising a Burnley v Bristol Bet Builder for this match, we suggest combining Burnley to win with Josh Brownhill to score anytime. Brownhill has been in sensational form, and with Burnley expected to dominate the game, his chances of scoring are high. Adding Burnley to win will further boost the potential return on your bet.

A potential Bet Builder could look like this:

• Burnley to win
• Josh Brownhill to score anytime
• Under 2.5 goals

This Bet Builder gives you a mix of both Burnley’s strong form and Brownhill’s individual potential, while also considering the low-scoring nature of the match.

Bet Builder Tip: Burnley to Win, under 2.5 goals, Josh Brownhill to score anytime, and over 2.5 goals. Bet with bet365.

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