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Tottenham vs Burnley

Wembley Stadium, London15 December 2018 at 15:00
10
Referee: Graham Scott

Match Events

Tottenham
Burnley
Kick Off
Half Time
63′Robbie Brady
Lucas MouraC. Eriksen
65′
68′Phil Bardsley
O. SkippSon Heung-Min
75′
80′
A. BarnesC. Wood
E. LamelaLlorente
82′
90+3′
A. LennonS. Vokes
90+2′
R. BradyJ. Hendrick
C. Eriksen

assist: H. Kane

90+1′
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal0
6Shots off Goal2
15Total Shots4
6Blocked Shots2
10Shots insidebox3
5Shots outsidebox1
7Fouls8
8Corner Kicks3
2Offsides1
70%Ball Possession30%
0Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves2
623Total passes264
530Passes accurate162
85%Passes %61%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

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

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Tottenham have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by B. Davies (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

Tottenham deploy 4 defenders rated 6.93 on average, against Burnley's 5-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 1 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.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 86% for Tottenham 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

Tottenham's starters have collected 1 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 32.0 (youngest: B. Davies (32), oldest: B. Davies (32)), 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 3 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.

Tottenham4-2-3-15-4-1Burnley
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Lloris3Rose4Alderwe.2Trippier33Davies17Sissoko11Lamela27Moura20Alli52Skipp10Kane20Hart26Bardsley28Long6Mee5Tarkows.3Taylor25Lennon4Cork18Westwood12Brady10Barnes

Substitutes

Coach: M. Pochettino

Substitutes

Coach: S. Dyche

TottenhamPosition StrengthBurnley
6.93
Avg Rating
6.35
6.93Defender (4 v 5)
1G 0A0G 0A
Forward (1 v 1)6.35
0G 0A0G 0A
Tottenham4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperH. Lloris
3DefenderD. Rose
4DefenderT. Alderweireld
2DefenderK. Trippier
33DefenderB. Davies6.91G
17MidfielderM. Sissoko
11MidfielderE. Lamela
27MidfielderLucas Moura
20MidfielderD. Alli
52MidfielderO. Skipp
10ForwardH. Kane
Burnley5-4-1
20GoalkeeperJ. Hart
26DefenderP. Bardsley
28DefenderK. Long
6DefenderB. Mee
5DefenderJ. Tarkowski
3DefenderC. Taylor
25MidfielderA. Lennon
4MidfielderJ. Cork
18MidfielderA. Westwood
12MidfielderR. Brady
10ForwardA. Barnes6.3

Match Summary

Tottenham defeated Burnley 1:0. The match was played in Premier League 2018. Goals were scored by C. Eriksen 90′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Tottenham had 70% possession while Burnley held 30%. Tottenham had 15 shots (3 on target) compared to 4 (0 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
57 · 2.7/match
Both scored
10/21 · 48%
Over 2.5
11/21 · 52%

Recent Form

Tottenham

DWWDLL

Burnley

DLLLLL

Match Prediction

Tottenham

45%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Burnley

10%

Away win

Model advice

Winner : Tottenham

75%Form25%
79%Attack21%
54%Defence46%
85%Head-to-head15%

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 (82%) — the odds may underestimate Tottenham.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.9%

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 85.5%Draw 12.6%Away 5.7%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.157.7415.00
Max1.188.0019.00
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 market82.2%12.5%5.3%
Public market82.7%12.2%5.1%

Tottenham vs Burnley — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Tottenham
Result vs. Market: Tottenham (85%)

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:00Burnley
15Shots4
3Shots on target0

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