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Burnley vs Liverpool

Turf Moor, Burnley5 December 2018 at 19:45
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Match Events

Burnley
Liverpool
Kick Off
23′
J. GomezT. Alexander-Arnold
Half Time
J. Cork
54′
62′
J. Milner

assist: D. Origi

65′
Alberto MorenoMohamed Salah
66′
D. OrigiRoberto Firmino
69′
Roberto Firmino

assist: V. van Dijk

C. WoodS. Vokes
71′
R. BradyA. Lennon
71′
A. BarnesM. Vydra
83′
Matěj Vydra86′
90+1′
X. Shaqiri

assist: Mohamed Salah

Full Time

Match Statistics

6Shots on Goal12
3Shots off Goal2
10Total Shots18
1Blocked Shots4
5Shots insidebox13
5Shots outsidebox5
10Fouls3
5Corner Kicks9
6Offsides3
25%Ball Possession75%
1Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
8Goalkeeper Saves5
228Total passes681
136Passes accurate582
60%Passes %85%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Burnley is 6.35, compared to 6.88 for Liverpool. 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 Liverpool's best-rated player is V. van Dijk (7.24).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Burnley have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Liverpool's starters account for 4 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by V. van Dijk (4G). 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 Liverpool's 4-man backline averaging 6.93. 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 Liverpool'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

Burnley start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.35, compared to 2 for Liverpool 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 82% for Liverpool. 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 8 for Liverpool. 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 Liverpool average 31.7 (youngest: J. Gomez (28), oldest: V. van Dijk (34)). 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 27 for Liverpool. 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.

Burnley4-4-24-4-2Liverpool
GKDEFMIDFWD
20Hart26Bardsley6Mee5Tarkows.3Taylor4Cork7Guðmund.18Westwood12Brady10Barnes11Wood13Alisson32Matip4Dijk18Moreno12Gomez7Milner14Henders.8Keïta15Sturrid.23Shaqiri27Origi

Substitutes

Coach: S. Dyche

Substitutes

Coach: J. Klopp

BurnleyPosition StrengthLiverpool
6.35
Avg Rating
6.88
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.78
0G 0A0G 0A
Defender (4 v 4)6.93
0G 0A4G 2A
6.35Forward (2 v 2)
0G 0A0G 0A
Burnley4-4-2
20GoalkeeperJ. Hart
26DefenderP. Bardsley
6DefenderB. Mee
5DefenderJ. Tarkowski
3DefenderC. Taylor
4MidfielderJ. Cork
7MidfielderJ. Guðmunds­son
18MidfielderA. Westwood
12MidfielderR. Brady
10ForwardA. Barnes6.3
11ForwardC. Wood
Liverpool4-4-2
13GoalkeeperAlisson6.8
32DefenderJ. Matip
4DefenderV. van Dijk7.24G
18DefenderAlberto Moreno
12DefenderJ. Gomez6.62A
7MidfielderJ. Milner
14MidfielderJ. Henderson
8MidfielderN. Keïta
23MidfielderX. Shaqiri
15ForwardD. Sturridge
27ForwardD. Origi

Match Summary

Liverpool defeated Burnley 3:1. The match was played in Premier League 2018. Goals were scored by J. Cork 54′, J. Milner 62′, Roberto Firmino 69′, X. Shaqiri 90′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Burnley had 25% possession while Liverpool held 75%. Burnley had 10 shots (6 on target) compared to 18 (12 on target) for Liverpool. Burnley made 3 substitutions, Liverpool made 3.

Rivalry since 2014

Burnley vs Liverpool Head to Head Results

17 stretnutí
Burnley
2
wins
Drawn
3
Liverpool
12
wins
Total goals
40 · 2.4/match
Both scored
7/17 · 41%
Over 2.5
6/17 · 35%

Recent Form

Burnley

DLLLLL

Liverpool

DLWWLW

Match Prediction

Burnley

10%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Liverpool

45%

Away win

Model advice

Winner : Liverpool

7%Form93%
21%Attack79%
14%Defence86%
29%Head-to-head71%

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

Liverpool dominates

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

Burnley1wins
2draws10 meetings
Liverpool7wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.1

Average goals per game

30%

Games with 3+ goals

30%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 3.8%

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 8.1%Draw 17.5%Away 78.1%

Odds Range

1X2
Min11.095.501.27
Max14.005.901.29
Market favourite:Liverpool · 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 market8.7%16.4%74.9%
Public market7.0%16.9%76.1%
Δ1.8%0.6%1.2%

Burnley vs Liverpool — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Liverpool
Result vs. Market: Liverpool (78%)

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:00Liverpool
10Shots18
6Shots on target12

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
17/01/26Liverpool1–1Burnley1.22/6.50/11.00
14/09/25Burnley0–1Liverpool8.50/5.47/1.33
10/02/24Liverpool3–1Burnley1.16/8.24/15.69
26/12/23Burnley0–2Liverpool7.34/5.19/1.38
13/02/22Burnley0–1Liverpool10.61/5.51/1.29
21/08/21Liverpool2–0Burnley1.20/6.99/14.56
19/05/21Burnley0–3Liverpool11.03/6.54/1.24
21/01/21Liverpool0–1Burnley1.19/7.25/15.94
11/07/20Liverpool1–1Burnley1.24/6.46/11.93
31/08/19Burnley0–3Liverpool9.91/5.37/1.32

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: Liverpool

W 678D 307L 274
Over 2.554
Goals scored2265

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026