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Burnley and Chelsea are set for a Premier League showdown this weekend. The stakes are high, with Chelsea chasing their third consecutive victory, and Burnley eager to continue their winning momentum from their recent win against Luton Town. The clash is slated for 3 pm UK time at Turf Moor on October 7, 2023. Both teams have had a mixed start to the season, making this fixture crucial in shaping their forthcoming campaigns.

Analysis:

Burnley’s return to the Premier League hasn’t been as dreamy as their championship season. Securing an impressive 101 points in the Championship, the Clarets have found life tough in the top tier. Their recent win against Luton Town was their first in seven matches. Burnley’s defense, once the bedrock of their game, has been porous, having already conceded 16 goals without registering a single clean sheet. Their home form is another concern, with four straight losses at Turf Moor. A challenging backdrop when one considers that Chelsea has won each of their last five visits to Burnley, with an aggregate score of 17-3.

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As for Chelsea, Mauricio Pochettino has his task cut out. Chelsea sits 11th in the Premier League, and though they have shown flashes of brilliance, consistency has eluded them. Their recent 2-0 win against Fulham and the return of key players from injury layoff, however, could be signs of things turning around. They will be looking at this fixture against Burnley to secure all three points, especially with challenging fixtures on the horizon.

When it comes to player watch, Chelsea’s Raheem Sterling has looked sharp, netting twice already. Burnley’s beacon has been Lyle Foster, leading their scoring charts with three goals, two of which were the all-important first goals of the match. Burnley will miss the likes of Michael Obafemi and Nathan Redmond due to injuries, while Chelsea might be without a few key players, including Ben Chilwell and Christopher Nkunku.

Prediction:

Taking into account the recent form, past encounters, and team compositions, Chelsea seems to have the upper hand.

Goal.mu predicts: Burnley 1-3 Chelsea.

While Burnley has shown glimpses of promise, especially in their recent win against Luton, Chelsea’s attacking firepower and their recent resurgence under Pochettino make them favourites.

Other betting predictions:

• Both Teams to Score: Yes. Despite their defensive issues, Burnley has shown they can find the net.
• Over/Under 2.5 Full Time: Over 2.5. Both teams have attacking players in form and can contribute to a goal fest.

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