Prediction: Burnley vs Middlesbrough Betting Tips
Match Preview & Predictions
On September 2, 2026, Burnley faces Middlesbrough at Turf Moor in the Championship. With recent form and head-to-head trends, the most likely outcome is a closely fought contest with over 1.5 goals. Here are the best predictions and value bets for this fixture.
Burnley vs Middlesbrough Betting Tips
These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match. The match has already kicked off, so tips can no longer be added to a ticket.
Championship detailed statistics
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Middlesbrough
|
12 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 27 | 17 | 10 | 25 | W D W W D |
| 22 |
Burnley
|
11 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 16 | 21 | -5 | 8 | L D W D L |
Burnley stats
| MP | W | D | L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 11 | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Home | 6 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| Away | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| CS | BTTS | FTS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Home | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Away | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Middlesbrough stats
| MP | W | D | L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 11 | 6 | 4 | 1 |
| Home | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Away | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| CS | BTTS | FTS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Home | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Away | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Over | Under | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Burnley
|
Middlesbrough
|
Burnley
|
Middlesbrough
|
|
| 0.5 goals | 11 | 11 | 0 | 0 |
| 1.5 goals | 3 | 7 | 8 | 4 |
| 2.5 goals | 1 | 3 | 10 | 8 |
| 3.5 goals | 1 | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| 4.5 goals | 0 | 0 | 11 | 11 |
| Over | Under | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Burnley
|
Middlesbrough
|
Burnley
|
Middlesbrough
|
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| 0.5 goals | 10 | 9 | 1 | 2 |
| 1.5 goals | 7 | 6 | 4 | 5 |
| 2.5 goals | 3 | 1 | 8 | 10 |
| 3.5 goals | 1 | 0 | 10 | 11 |
| 4.5 goals | 0 | 0 | 11 | 11 |
PPG
Per match
Burnley
0
Middlesbrough
0
Cards
Per match
Burnley
0
Middlesbrough
0
Goals scored
Per match
Burnley
0
Middlesbrough
0
Goals conceded
Per match
Burnley
0
Middlesbrough
0
Best scoring interval
Burnley
0
Middlesbrough
0
Most conceded interval
Burnley
0
Middlesbrough
0
Burnley cards
Middlesbrough cards
Burnley
| Formation | Matches played |
|---|---|
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
Middlesbrough
| Formation | Matches played |
|---|---|
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
| 0-0-0-0 | 0 |
Match Setup
Burnley is highly motivated to secure points at home following recent mixed form and a competitive standing. Middlesbrough arrives in solid recent form and boasts a positive historical record against Burnley, especially at Turf Moor, which could influence the match dynamics.
Team News
Burnley faces a squad with recent injuries in goal and defense, but maintains a balanced attacking line led by Worrall and Brierley. Middlesbrough has key midfielders and attackers fit, with a strong record in defensive resilience and scoring from midfield.
Tactical Betting Angle
Both teams tend to play with disciplined structures; Burnley's more defensive, counter-attacking approach contrasts with Middlesbrough's possession-oriented game. Expect set-piece opportunities, where Middlesbrough might capitalize, and a tightly contested game that favors under 2.5 goals.
Game State Scenarios
If Burnley scores first, they could leverage home advantage, but Middlesbrough's recent form suggests resilience in chasing games. A draw is plausible given historical parity, yet Middlesbrough's previous wins at Turf Moor indicate potential for an away point.