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Fulham
Fulham
Premier League
2
VS
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Predicted Score

Last update of insights: 08 May 2026

Burnley
Burnley
Final result
3 – 1
CoachAI prediction
2 – 0
✓ Outcome correct
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Match Insight

This is a classic 'Possession vs. Low Block' matchup. Burnley (19th) will likely sit deep in a 4-5-1 and rely on James Ward-Prowse's set-pieces and Zian Flemming's long-range shooting. However, Fulham (11th) at Craven Cottage are very efficient at stretching play with Antonee Robinson. With the referee Chris Kavanagh known for being strict, Burnley's physical style to compensate for their injury-hit squad could lead to dangerous free-kick opportunities for Harry Wilson.

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Match Scenario's

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Scenario Explanation

1 draw via a Ward-Prowse set-piece, but their lack of defensive cohesion due to missing 4 out of 5 preferred defenders makes a clean sheet for the visitors highly improbable.

Projected xG by CoachAI

1.58

Home xG

0.92

Away xG

Upset Chance

Medium

Risk of unexpected result

Fulham FORM

2 W · 1 D · 2 L
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15/3 Nottingham Forest FC 0-0 Fulham FC D 1.38
4/3 Fulham FC 0-1 West Ham United FC L 1.57
1/3 Fulham FC 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur FC W 1.62
22/2 Sunderland AFC 1-3 Fulham FC W 1.12
11/2 Manchester City FC 3-0 Fulham FC L 0.88

Burnley FORM

1 W · 2 D · 2 L
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14/3 Burnley FC 0-0 AFC Bournemouth D 1.10
3/3 Everton FC 2-0 Burnley FC L 1.05
28/2 Burnley FC 3-4 Brentford FC L 1.12
21/2 Chelsea FC 1-1 Burnley FC D 0.78
11/2 Crystal Palace FC 2-3 Burnley FC W 0.92
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Key Factors

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Burnley is facing a severe injury crisis with 6 confirmed starters out, including key defenders Beyer and Roberts and midfield engine Cullen.

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Fulham is statistically due for a goal regression; they failed to score in their last two matches despite accumulating a combined xG of 2.95.

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The weather forecast predicts an unusually warm and dry spring day (13-15°C), which favors Fulham's high-tempo technical passing over a physical battle in the mud.

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Injuries & Absentees

Fulham: 'Kevin' (foot) is out, and Emile Smith Rowe is a doubt (knock), but they have sufficient depth with Iwobi and Wilson. Burnley: The situation is critical. Scott Parker is missing Cullen, Beyer, Amdouni, Roberts, Tuanzebe, and Tresor. This forces a makeshift backline and removes their primary midfield shield, making them highly vulnerable to Fulham's creative rotations.

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What is the Coach AI prediction for Fulham vs Burnley?

Coach AI predicts a score of 2-0 with a win probability of 62% for Fulham, 22% draw and 16% for Burnley.

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