Main prediction: Middlesbrough to win
Alternative tip: Middlesbrough to win and both teams to score
Other market: over 10.5 corners
The English Championship 2026/27 is already taking shape.
Burnley host Middlesbrough this 02/09, at 20:00, at Turf Moor.
Burnley head into this clash with 0 win(s) in their last 5 matches across all competitions. Middlesbrough have won 4 time(s). Middlesbrough have a 38.314176245211% chance of winning according to the bookmakers.
Check out the prediction for Burnley vs Middlesbrough, see the probable line-ups, where to watch and the best bets for this Wednesday match.
Prediction for Burnley vs Middlesbrough
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Overview Burnley vs Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough are favourites, with a 38.314176245211% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Middlesbrough Football and Athletic Company (1986) Limited win are at 2.61 and a draw at 4.2.
In the EFL Championship, Burnley have 0 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s), with 4 goal(s) scored and 9 conceded. The top scorer is Zian Flemming, with 2 goal(s). On the other side, Middlesbrough have 2 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s), with 6 goal(s) scored and 4 conceded. Will Lankshear is the top scorer with 4 goal(s).
Head-to-head between Burnley and Middlesbrough
In 17 clashes between Burnley and Middlesbrough, the record is balanced: 6 win(s) for each side and 5 draw(s). The most recent was on 29/12/2024, in the EFL Championship. Score: Middlesbrough 0-0 Burnley.
A head-to-head record without clear dominance makes the predictions for Burnley vs Middlesbrough even more open and places each team's current form at the centre of the analysis.
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Burnley: current form
Burnley have played only 3 match(es) in the EFL Championship.
With so few matches, their recent performance speaks louder: in their last 5 matches across all competitions, there were 0 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s).
In the English Championship the situation is this:
0 win(s), 1 draw(s), 2 defeat(s)
0 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions
1 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions
Top scorer: Zian Flemming (2 goal(s))
Middlesbrough: current form
Meanwhile, Middlesbrough have played only 3 match(es) in the EFL Championship.
With little data in the league, their last 5 matches across all competitions show 4 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 1 defeat(s).
In this competition, the team arrives with these numbers:
2 win(s), 0 draw(s), 1 defeat(s)
4 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions
2 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions
Top scorer: Will Lankshear (4 goal(s))
Burnley vs Middlesbrough key players
In the EFL Championship, Zian Flemming carries Burnley F.C.'s attack with 2 goal(s).
The playmaker is Max Alleyne, leading in assists with 1. In the whole season, Zian Flemming has 11 goal(s).
On the other side, Will Lankshear is the name that frightens the most for Boro with 4 goal(s) in the EFL Championship.
In terms of playmaking, Morgan Whittaker leads in assists with 1. In the whole season, Morgan Whittaker has accumulated 14 goal(s).
Burnley vs Middlesbrough statistics in the EFL Championship
Few matches into the league yet. Burnley have an average of 9 corners and 2 cards per match. Middlesbrough have 11.66 corners and 0.33 cards. Check the statistics for Burnley vs Middlesbrough in the table below.
Burnley
England - Championship
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D L D D |
0.6 |
| Home | D D D D L |
0.8 |
| Away | L D L L L |
0.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Goals | 4.33 | 4 | 4.5 |
| Scored | 1.33 | 2 | 1 |
| Conceded | 3 | 2 | 3.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 33% | 0% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.53 | 1.81 | 1.39 |
|
xGA
|
1.55 | 1.14 | 1.76 |
Middlesbrough
England - Championship
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W L W W |
2.4 |
| Home | W W W D W |
2.6 |
| Away | W L L L D |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 67% | 100% | 0% |
| Goals | 3.33 | 3.5 | 3 |
| Scored | 2 | 2.5 | 1 |
| Conceded | 1.33 | 1 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 33% | 50% | 100% |
|
xG
|
2.1 | 2.03 | 2.24 |
|
xGA
|
1.14 | 1.25 | 0.93 |
More tips for Burnley vs Middlesbrough
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Correct score prediction for Burnley vs Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough arrive with a better campaign and good attacking power. The visitors' favoritism in the odds is backed by the numbers. Exact score: Burnley 1-2 Middlesbrough. Score prognosis involves high uncertainty. Bet calmly.
Where to watch Burnley vs Middlesbrough
Check out where to watch the live match between Middlesbrough and Burnley:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Burnley and Middlesbrough
The line-ups for Burnley vs Middlesbrough in the English Championship are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.
Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.
Burnley F.C. line-up
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1
Max Weiß
Goalkeeper
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2
Kyle Walker
Defender
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3
Max Alleyne
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7
Jacob Bruun Larsen
Forward
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12
Dastan Satpaev
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14
Connor Roberts
Defender
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15
Anel Ahmedhodzic
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19
Zian Flemming
Forward
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21
Aaron Ramsey
Midfielder
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28
Hannibal Mejbri
Midfielder
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29
Josh Laurent
Midfielder
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Middlesbrough Football and Athletic Company (1986) Limited line-up
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1
Radek Vítek
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2
Callum Brittain
Defender
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7
Will Lankshear
Forward
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8
Riley McGree
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10
Aidan Morris
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11
Morgan Whittaker
Forward
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12
Luke Ayling
Defender
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14
Myles Peart-Harris
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16
Jeremy Sarmiento
Forward
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29
Adilson Malanda
Defender
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30
Neto Borges
Defender
The Middlesbrough starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Burnley vs Middlesbrough
Match: Burnley vs Middlesbrough
Tournament: English Championship 2026/27
Date: 02/09/2026
Time: 20:00 (Brasília time)
Venue: Turf Moor
Broadcast: none scheduled
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