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Liverpool vs Burnley

Anfield, Liverpool21 August 2021 at 12:30
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Referee: M. Dean

Match Events

Liverpool
Burnley
Kick Off
Diogo Jota

assist: K. Tsimikas

18′
Goal cancelled27′
VAR
Half Time
S. Mané

assist: T. Alexander-Arnold

69′
75′
C. WoodJ. Rodriguez
79′
J. Guðmunds­sonE. Pieters
N. KeïtaThiago Alcântara
81′
Diogo JotaRoberto Firmino
81′
K. TsimikasJ. Gomez
90+2′
Full Time

Match Statistics

9Shots on Goal3
10Shots off Goal5
27Total Shots9
8Blocked Shots1
21Shots insidebox7
6Shots outsidebox2
6Fouls12
8Corner Kicks4
3Offsides7
67%Ball Possession33%
0Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves6
527Total passes263
434Passes accurate174
82%Passes %66%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Liverpool is 6.85, 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. Liverpool's highest-rated starter is V. van Dijk (7.24), while Burnley's best-rated player is A. Barnes (6.35).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Liverpool have contributed 11 goals and 6 assists this season, led by Mohamed Salah (7G). 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

Liverpool deploy 4 defenders rated 7.24 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

Liverpool field 3 midfielders averaging 6.50, 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

Liverpool start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.89, 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.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 74% for Liverpool 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

Liverpool's starters have collected 6 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 Liverpool's starting XI is 30.5 (youngest: H. Elliott (22), oldest: V. van Dijk (34)), 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

Liverpool's starters average 22 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.

Liverpool4-3-34-4-2Burnley
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Alisson32Matip4Dijk21Tsimikas66Alexand.14Henders.8Keïta67Elliott11Salah10Mané20Jota1Pope2Lowton6Mee5Tarkows.3Taylor4Cork7Guðmund.8Brownhi.10Barnes9Wood11McNeil

Substitutes

Coach: J. Klopp

Substitutes

Coach: S. Dyche

LiverpoolPosition StrengthBurnley
6.85
Avg Rating
6.35
6.78Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
7.24Defender (4 v 4)
4G 0A0G 0A
6.50Midfielder (3 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.89Forward (3 v 2)6.35
7G 6A0G 0A
Liverpool4-3-3
1GoalkeeperAlisson6.8
32DefenderJ. Matip
4DefenderV. van Dijk7.24G
21DefenderK. Tsimikas
66DefenderT. Alexander-Arnold
14MidfielderJ. Henderson
8MidfielderN. Keïta
67MidfielderH. Elliott6.5
11ForwardMohamed Salah6.97G6A
10ForwardS. Mané
20ForwardDiogo Jota
Burnley4-4-2
1GoalkeeperN. Pope
2DefenderM. Lowton
6DefenderB. Mee
5DefenderJ. Tarkowski
3DefenderC. Taylor
4MidfielderJ. Cork
7MidfielderJ. Guðmunds­son
8MidfielderJ. Brownhill
11MidfielderD. McNeil
10ForwardA. Barnes6.3
9ForwardC. Wood

Match Summary

Liverpool defeated Burnley 2:0. The match was played in Premier League 2021. Goals were scored by Diogo Jota 18′, S. Mané 69′. Liverpool had 67% possession while Burnley held 33%. Liverpool had 27 shots (9 on target) compared to 9 (3 on target) for Burnley. Liverpool made 3 substitutions, Burnley made 2. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Mohamed Salah 27′).

Rivalry since 2014

Liverpool vs Burnley Head to Head Results

17 stretnutí
Liverpool
12
wins
Drawn
3
Burnley
2
wins
Total goals
42 · 2.5/match
Both scored
8/17 · 47%
Over 2.5
7/17 · 41%

Recent Form

Liverpool

DLWWLW

Burnley

DLLLLL

Match Prediction

Liverpool

50%

Home win

 

50%

Draw

Burnley

0%

Away win

Model advice

Winner : Liverpool

100%Form0%
75%Attack25%
100%Defence0%
71%Head-to-head29%

Injuries & Suspensions

Liverpool

  • DoubtfulFabinho

Burnley

  • DoubtfulK. Long
  • DoubtfulD. Stephens

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.

Liverpool7wins
2draws10 meetings
Burnley1wins

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

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (40%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (80%) — the odds may underestimate Burnley.

Market Summary

Margin: 4.8%

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 83.6%Draw 14.3%Away 6.9%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.186.5013.00
Max1.217.5015.68
Over 2.5: 65.4%Under 2.5: 40.0%
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 market80.0%13.9%6.2%
Public market80.1%12.6%7.3%
Δ0.2%1.3%1.1%

Liverpool vs Burnley — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Liverpool
Result vs. Market: Liverpool (84%)

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.

LiverpoolHalf-time:10Burnley
27Shots9
9Shots on target3

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: Liverpool

W 678D 307L 274
Over 2.554
Goals scored2265

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