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Burnley vs Tottenham

Turf Moor, Burnley1 April 2017 at 15:00
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Match Events

Burnley
Tottenham
Kick Off
44′
V. WanyamaM. Dembélé
45+2′
H. WinksM. Sissoko
Half Time
Michael Keane47′
A. GrayS. Vokes
56′
66′
E. Dier
73′
V. JanssenHeung-Min Son
G. BoydR. Brady
74′
77′
Heung-Min Son

assist: D. Alli

S. ArfieldS. Defour
78′
Ashley Barnes79′
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal7
6Shots off Goal6
13Total Shots19
5Blocked Shots6
5Shots insidebox10
8Shots outsidebox9
9Fouls6
3Corner Kicks7
5Offsides1
39%Ball Possession61%
2Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves2
361Total passes573
248Passes accurate467
69%Passes %82%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Burnley is 6.35, compared to 6.93 for Tottenham. 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. Burnley's highest-rated starter is A. Barnes (6.35), while Tottenham's best-rated player is B. Davies (6.93).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Burnley have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Tottenham's starters account for 1 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by B. Davies (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Burnley deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Tottenham's 3-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

Burnley field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Tottenham's 4 rated 6.93. 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

Burnley start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.35, compared to 3 for Tottenham averaging —. 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.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages —% for Burnley and 86% for Tottenham. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Burnley's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Tottenham. 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 Burnley's starting XI is 36.0 (youngest: A. Barnes (36), oldest: A. Barnes (36)), while Tottenham average 32.0 (youngest: B. Davies (32), oldest: B. Davies (32)). 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

Burnley's starters average 6 league appearances each, versus 3 for Tottenham. 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.

Burnley4-4-23-4-2-1Tottenham
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Heaton23Ward2Lowton6Mee5Keane19Barton37Arfield21Boyd13Hendrick10Barnes7Gray1Lloris5Vertong.4Alderwe.16Trippier33Davies12Wanyama23Eriksen20Alli15Dier29Winks9Janssen

Substitutes

Coach: S. Dyche

Substitutes

Coach: M. Pochettino

BurnleyPosition StrengthTottenham
6.35
Avg Rating
6.93
Midfielder (4 v 4)6.93
0G 0A1G 0A
6.35Forward (2 v 3)
0G 0A0G 0A
Burnley4-4-2
1GoalkeeperT. Heaton
23DefenderS. Ward
2DefenderM. Lowton
6DefenderB. Mee
5DefenderM. Keane
19MidfielderJ. Barton
37MidfielderS. Arfield
21MidfielderG. Boyd
13MidfielderJ. Hendrick
10ForwardA. Barnes6.3
7ForwardA. Gray
Tottenham3-4-2-1
1GoalkeeperH. Lloris
5DefenderJ. Vertonghen
4DefenderT. Alderweireld
15DefenderE. Dier
16MidfielderK. Trippier
33MidfielderB. Davies6.91G
12MidfielderV. Wanyama
29MidfielderH. Winks
23ForwardC. Eriksen
20ForwardD. Alli
9ForwardV. Janssen

Match Summary

Tottenham defeated Burnley 2:0. The match was played in Premier League 2016. Goals were scored by E. Dier 66′, Heung-Min Son 77′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Burnley had 39% possession while Tottenham held 61%. Burnley had 13 shots (2 on target) compared to 19 (7 on target) for Tottenham. Burnley made 3 substitutions, Tottenham made 3.

Rivalry since 2014

Burnley vs Tottenham Head to Head Results

21 stretnutí
Burnley
2
wins
Drawn
5
Tottenham
14
wins
Total goals
56 · 2.7/match
Both scored
10/21 · 48%
Over 2.5
11/21 · 52%

Recent Form

Burnley

DLLLLL

Tottenham

DWWDLL

Match Prediction

Burnley

10%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Tottenham

45%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : draw or Tottenham

20%Form80%
33%Attack67%
42%Defence58%
15%Head-to-head85%

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.

Burnley1wins
2draws10 meetings
Tottenham7wins

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

Market Summary

Margin: 2.7%

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 17.3%Draw 26.2%Away 59.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min5.503.751.67
Max6.073.911.70
Market favourite:Tottenham · Moderate 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 market16.2%25.1%58.7%
Public market17.0%25.7%57.4%
Δ0.8%0.6%1.4%

Burnley vs Tottenham — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Tottenham
Result vs. Market: Tottenham (59%)

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.

BurnleyHalf-time:00Tottenham
13Shots19
2Shots on target7

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: Burnley

W 92D 93L 192
Over 2.548
Goals scored376

Away Record: Tottenham

W 544D 297L 418
Over 2.554
Goals scored1938

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026