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Liverpool
Liverpool
Premier League
2
VS
0
Predicted Score

Last update of insights: 08 May 2026

Burnley
Burnley
Final result
1 – 1
CoachAI prediction
2 – 0
✗ Outcome incorrect
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Match Insight

This Matchday 22 fixture sees 4th-placed Liverpool (35 points) hosting 19th-placed Burnley (12 points). Liverpool are unbeaten in 11 games across all competitions but have struggled to convert dominance into wins recently, drawing their last three league matches. Burnley are desperate for points to escape the relegation zone, trailing safety by eight points, but they arrive at Anfield without a league win since October 2025.

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Match Scenario's

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Scenario Explanation

Despite Liverpool's recent scoring plateau and the absence of Salah, the disparity in quality and Burnley's defensive injury crisis make a home win highly probable. Liverpool’s defense, anchored by Virgil van Dijk and a returning Alisson, remains robust, having kept a clean sheet against Arsenal last week. While Burnley's low block may frustrate the Reds for periods, the creative presence of Florian Wirtz and the clinical return of Hugo Ekitiké should be enough to secure a comfortable, control-oriented victory at Anfield.

Projected xG by CoachAI

2.15

Home xG

0.85

Away xG

Upset Chance

Low

Risk of unexpected result

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Key Factors

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Mohamed Salah's absence due to AFCON third-place playoff participation.

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Liverpool's recent 'draw-heavy' form in the league (3 consecutive PL draws) against low-block teams.

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Burnley's 12-match winless run in the Premier League and poor away record (1 point from last 5 away).

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Burnley's extensive injury list, including top scorer Zian Flemming and key midfielder Josh Cullen.

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The return of Liverpool's Hugo Ekitiké and Florian Wirtz to provide creative spark at Anfield.

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Injuries & Absentees

Liverpool are missing Mohamed Salah (AFCON), Conor Bradley (knee), Alexander Isak (leg), Giovanni Leoni (knee), and Wataru Endo (ankle). Burnley are without Zian Flemming, Zeki Amdouni, Josh Cullen, Jordan Beyer, and Connor Roberts, while Lyle Foster is a doubt due to illness.

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Frequently Asked Questions about this prediction

What is the Coach AI prediction for Liverpool vs Burnley?

Coach AI predicts a score of 2-0 with a win probability of 78% for Liverpool, 15% draw and 7% for Burnley.

How does Coach AI predict this match?

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What data does Coach AI use for its predictions?

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