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Leeds United vs. Burnley FC
Happy New Year and reflective days off everyone. Unlike most people, many professions nevertheless have a lot to do. So do the professional departments of the clubs in the English Premier League. For them, it is the 21st matchday of the season. On the second of January, Leeds United and Burnley FC will meet. Both teams are currently in a relegation battle. While Burnley are currently below the line with a meagre eleven points, Leeds sit a little more comfortably in 16th place in the table with 16 points. Here you get all the important information about this match. The most important statistics, the current form and the best odds can be found here in our Leeds – Burnley betting tips.
Both clubs have not experienced positive weeks. The Leeds Peacocks have suffered three heavy defeats recently, conceding a total of 14 goals. In the case of the Clarets from Burnley, there was not much to lose as they hardly played. Of their last four matches, three have been cancelled. Add to that a 3-1 defeat to Manchester United.
Leeds – Burnley info
– Date & Time: 02/01/2022, at 15:00.
– Venue: Elland Road, Leeds
– Competition: Premier League, Matchday 21
– TV coverage: Sky
Leeds Form & Balance Check
In recent weeks, Leeds United have been far from enviable. After first going to the reigning Champions League winners, they were thrashed by the reigning Premier League winners. But first things first. Leeds United were in good form towards the end of November. Two draws and a win against Palace were quite respectable. But then it came to a head.
While they had only just lost 3-2 against Chelsea, they didn’t stand a chance against City. As if that wasn’t enough, the Peacocks suffered another heavy defeat against the Gunners four days later. However, they only conceded four goals. Therefore, Marcelo Bielsa’s team can almost be glad that the duels against Liverpool and Aston Villa were cancelled. The upcoming clash against Burnley, however, should be a little easier again.
Big money coming soon?
In principle, no Premier League club is short of money. Nevertheless, it helps, of course, if players can be sold at a high price. This could soon be the case with the Peacocks. According to some reports, FC Bayern are interested in Raphinha. Since Munich is still a bit tight on the wing positions, the Brazilian would fit perfectly into the prey scheme there. The left-footer from United could cause quite a stir in the Bundesliga with his speed and creative moments.
Leeds facts & analysis
– Leeds in relegation battle
– Last two games cancelled
– Previously suffered heavy defeats
– Raphinha facing move to Bayern
Burnley form & balance check
There is not much to analyse about the Clarets from Burnley as they have hardly been allowed on the pitch in recent weeks. The games against Watford, Aston Villa and Everton were all called off. Before that, however, there was a very strong 0-0 draw against the favoured Hammers. The last game of the year, the one at Old Trafford, was then allowed to be played. However, it was very quickly clear here that there would be no points for the Clarets.
After the first 35 minutes it was already 3:0 for the Red Devils. Aaron Lennon’s goal in the 38th minute was no more than a cosmetic measure. However, Burnley have the chance to start the new year positively in their next away match against Leeds. The Peacocks are also in the bottom of the table and not in good form.
Not too bad actually
With currently eleven points Burnley are in a relegation place. However, in terms of numbers, they are not as bad as the points suggest. With only 24 goals conceded, they have a better defence than Manchester United, for example. That is not at all commensurate with their position in the table. On the offensive side, however, there is a bit of a problem. They have scored only 15 goals. That’s the reason why they’re on their way to the Championship at the moment.
Burnley facts & analysis
– Burnley only 11 points
– Still better defence than Manchester United
– Currently in a relegation place
Predicted line-up – last update on 31 December 2021
At Burnley FC, Hennessey will continue to replace the ill Pope between the posts. Otherwise, there are no big reasons to change anything in the starting eleven. Sean Dyche will bring the best eleven available to take as many points as possible. At Leeds it is difficult to predict an exact starting eleven. There have been many corona cases in recent weeks and the fitness levels of many players are unknown.
Leeds – Burnley direct comparison & stats
Burnley FC are not very strong away at Elland Road. In the last eight away games, the Clarets have only managed one win. In contrast, Leeds United have won only one of their last eight first league games of the calendar year. Last year saw a 3-0 defeat to Tottenham.
– Burnley rarely good at Elland Road.
– Last win for the Clarets was in 2013.
– Leeds have won only one of their last eight opening games of the year
– Lost 3-0 to Tottenham last year
– First leg of these two teams ended 1-1
