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Fulham vs Burnley

Craven Cottage, London26 August 2018 at 16:00
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Fulham

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Referee: David Coote

Match Events

Fulham
Burnley
Kick Off
J. Seri

assist: L. Vietto

4′
10′
J. Hendrick
19′
J. Guðmunds­sonC. Taylor
A. Mitrović

assist: T. Cairney

36′
A. Mitrović

assist: L. Vietto

38′
41′
J. Tarkowski

assist: B. Mee

Half Time
54′James Tarkowski
66′
C. WoodS. Vokes
66′
S. WardA. Barnes
J. BryanC. Chambers
72′
T. CairneyA. Zambo Anguissa
78′
A. SchürrleR. Sessegnon
89′
Marcus Bettinelli90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

12Shots on Goal2
10Shots off Goal5
25Total Shots12
3Blocked Shots5
8Shots insidebox9
17Shots outsidebox3
11Fouls8
6Corner Kicks4
1Offsides5
63%Ball Possession37%
2Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves8
572Total passes301
488Passes accurate223
85%Passes %74%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Fulham is 6.76, compared to — 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. Fulham's highest-rated starter is T. Cairney (6.76), while Burnley's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Fulham have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by T. Cairney (1G). Burnley's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Fulham 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

Fulham field 3 midfielders averaging 6.76, 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

Fulham start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Burnley 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 92% for Fulham and —% for Burnley. 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

Fulham's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 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 Fulham's starting XI is 34.0 (youngest: T. Cairney (34), oldest: T. Cairney (34)), while Burnley average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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

Fulham's starters average 23 league appearances each, versus 0 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.

Fulham4-3-34-4-1-1Burnley
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Bettine.4Odoi20Marchand23Bryan21Fosu-Me.6McDonald14Schürrle10Cairney24Seri9Mitrović19Vietto20Hart23Ward2Lowton6Mee5Tarkows.25Lennon4Cork7Guðmund.18Westwood13Hendrick11Wood

Substitutes

Coach: S. Jokanović

Substitutes

Coach: S. Dyche

FulhamPosition StrengthBurnley
6.76
Avg Rating
6.76Midfielder (3 v 4)
1G 0A0G 0A
Fulham4-3-3
1GoalkeeperM. Bettinelli
4DefenderD. Odoi
20DefenderM. Le Marchand
23DefenderJ. Bryan
21DefenderT. Fosu-Mensah
6MidfielderK. McDonald
10MidfielderT. Cairney6.81G
24MidfielderJ. Seri
14ForwardA. Schürrle
9ForwardA. Mitrović
19ForwardL. Vietto
Burnley4-4-1-1
20GoalkeeperJ. Hart
23DefenderS. Ward
2DefenderM. Lowton
6DefenderB. Mee
5DefenderJ. Tarkowski
25MidfielderA. Lennon
4MidfielderJ. Cork
7MidfielderJ. Guðmunds­son
18MidfielderA. Westwood
13ForwardJ. Hendrick
11ForwardC. Wood

Match Summary

Fulham defeated Burnley 4:2. The match was played in Premier League 2018. Goals were scored by J. Seri 4′, J. Hendrick 10′, A. Mitrović 36′, A. Mitrović 38′, J. Tarkowski 41′, A. Schürrle 83′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Fulham had 63% possession while Burnley held 37%. Fulham had 25 shots (12 on target) compared to 12 (2 on target) for Burnley. Fulham made 3 substitutions, Burnley made 3.

Rivalry since 2015

Fulham vs Burnley Head to Head Results

10 stretnutí
Fulham
2
wins
Drawn
2
Burnley
6
wins
Total goals
34 · 3.4/match
Both scored
7/10 · 70%
Over 2.5
7/10 · 70%

Recent Form

Fulham

LLWDLW

Burnley

DLLLLL

Match Prediction

Fulham

10%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Burnley

45%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : draw or Burnley

0%Form100%
50%Attack50%
38%Defence63%
0%Head-to-head100%

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

Even record

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

Fulham3wins
2draws8 meetings
Burnley3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

3.5

Average goals per game

63%

Games with 3+ goals

75%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 3.7%

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 50.3%Draw 29.6%Away 23.8%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.973.253.90
Max2.003.474.40
Market favourite:Fulham · Slight 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 market49.6%28.2%22.2%
Public market48.8%28.7%22.5%

Fulham vs Burnley — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Fulham
Result vs. Market: Fulham (50%)

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.

FulhamHalf-time:32Burnley
25Shots12
12Shots 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
21/03/26Fulham3–1Burnley1.53/4.10/6.25
13/12/25Burnley2–3Fulham3.99/3.54/1.94
03/02/24Burnley2–2Fulham2.92/3.47/2.35
23/12/23Fulham0–2Burnley1.68/3.84/5.04
10/05/21Fulham0–2Burnley2.21/3.42/3.38
17/02/21Burnley1–1Fulham2.77/3.20/2.72
12/01/19Burnley2–1Fulham2.36/3.25/3.29
26/08/18Fulham4–2Burnley1.99/3.37/4.21

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: Fulham

W 219D 184L 316
Over 2.551
Goals scored839

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