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Tottenham vs Burnley

White Hart Lane, London18 December 2016 at 16:00
21
Referee: Kevin Friend

Match Events

Tottenham
Burnley
Kick Off
21′
A. Barnes
D. Alli

assist: K. Walker

27′
28′Ashley Barnes
Half Time
M. DembéléM. Sissoko
63′
Moussa Sissoko70′
D. Rose

assist: M. Sissoko

71′
D. AlliHeung-Min Son
73′
D. RoseB. Davies
77′
80′
A. BarnesS. Vokes
83′
G. BoydM. Kightly
84′
D. MarneyS. Defour
90′Matthew Lowton
Full Time

Match Statistics

9Shots on Goal2
12Shots off Goal1
30Total Shots5
9Blocked Shots2
13Shots insidebox4
17Shots outsidebox1
10Fouls11
11Corner Kicks2
0Offsides2
60%Ball Possession40%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves7
482Total passes325
401Passes accurate202
83%Passes %62%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Tottenham is —, compared to 6.35 for Burnley. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Tottenham's highest-rated starter is —, while Burnley's best-rated player is A. Barnes (6.35).

Defensive Solidity

Tottenham deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Burnley's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Tottenham field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Burnley's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Tottenham start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Burnley averaging 6.35. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Discipline

Tottenham's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Burnley. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Tottenham's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Burnley average 36.0 (youngest: A. Barnes (36), oldest: A. Barnes (36)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Tottenham's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 6 for Burnley. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Tottenham4-3-2-14-4-2Burnley
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Lloris5Vertong.3Rose2Walker19Dembélé12Wanyama23Eriksen20Alli15Dier29Winks10Kane1Heaton23Ward2Lowton6Mee5Keane8Marney37Arfield21Boyd13Hendrick10Barnes7Gray

Substitutes

Coach: M. Pochettino

Substitutes

Coach: S. Dyche

TottenhamPosition StrengthBurnley
Avg Rating
6.35
Forward (1 v 2)6.35
0G 0A0G 0A
Tottenham4-3-2-1
1GoalkeeperH. Lloris
5DefenderJ. Vertonghen
3DefenderD. Rose
2DefenderK. Walker
15DefenderE. Dier
19MidfielderM. Dembélé
12MidfielderV. Wanyama
23MidfielderC. Eriksen
20MidfielderD. Alli
29MidfielderH. Winks
10ForwardH. Kane
Burnley4-4-2
1GoalkeeperT. Heaton
23DefenderS. Ward
2DefenderM. Lowton
6DefenderB. Mee
5DefenderM. Keane
8MidfielderD. Marney
37MidfielderS. Arfield
21MidfielderG. Boyd
13MidfielderJ. Hendrick
10ForwardA. Barnes6.3
7ForwardA. Gray

Match Summary

Tottenham defeated Burnley 2:1. The match was played in Premier League 2016. Goals were scored by A. Barnes 21′, D. Alli 27′, D. Rose 71′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Tottenham had 60% possession while Burnley held 40%. Tottenham had 30 shots (9 on target) compared to 5 (2 on target) for Burnley. Tottenham made 3 substitutions, Burnley made 3.

Rivalry since 2014

Tottenham vs Burnley Head to Head Results

21 stretnutí
Tottenham
14
wins
Drawn
5
Burnley
2
wins
Total goals
55 · 2.6/match
Both scored
9/21 · 43%
Over 2.5
10/21 · 48%

Recent Form

Tottenham

DWWDLL

Burnley

DLLLLL

Match Prediction

Tottenham

50%

Home win

 

50%

Draw

Burnley

0%

Away win

Model advice

Winner : Tottenham

75%Form25%
75%Attack25%
69%Defence31%
80%Head-to-head20%

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Tottenham dominates

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Tottenham7wins
2draws10 meetings
Burnley1wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

3.1

Average goals per game

60%

Games with 3+ goals

40%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (100%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (80%) — the odds may underestimate Tottenham.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.1%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 82.0%Draw 14.4%Away 6.7%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.226.5015.00
Max1.227.3515.00
Market favourite:Tottenham · Heavy favourite

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market80.2%13.3%6.5%
Public market79.6%13.9%6.5%

Tottenham vs Burnley — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Tottenham
Result vs. Market: Tottenham (82%)

Result matched market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

TottenhamHalf-time:11Burnley
30Shots5
9Shots on target2

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
24/01/26Burnley2–2Tottenham3.70/3.50/2.05
16/08/25Tottenham3–0Burnley1.39/4.73/8.64
11/05/24Tottenham2–1Burnley1.35/5.90/7.26
02/09/23Burnley2–5Tottenham3.66/3.81/1.86
15/05/22Tottenham1–0Burnley1.33/5.26/9.10
23/02/22Burnley1–0Tottenham4.68/3.73/1.77
28/02/21Tottenham4–0Burnley1.55/4.00/6.91
26/10/20Burnley0–1Tottenham5.73/4.02/1.62
07/03/20Burnley1–1Tottenham2.71/3.31/2.68
07/12/19Tottenham5–0Burnley1.40/4.81/8.30

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Tottenham

W 544D 297L 418
Over 2.554
Goals scored1938

Away Record: Burnley

W 92D 93L 192
Over 2.548
Goals scored376

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026