Get ready for a crucial Premier League showdown as Burnley host Tottenham Hotspur! The pressure is mounting for both sides, with everything to play for at Turf Moor this afternoon.
## Match Preview: A High-Stakes Clash at Turf Moor
### Tottenham’s Quest for Consistency
Tottenham, under the watchful eye of manager Thomas Frank, face a pivotal Premier League clash against struggling Burnley. While a resounding 2-0 victory in the Champions League against Borussia Dortmund provided a much-needed shot of confidence mid-week, the memory of their recent 2-1 league defeat to West Ham still casts a long shadow. Currently languishing in 14th place, Spurs desperately need to translate European success into domestic consistency. Another slip-up at Turf Moor could swiftly erode any positive momentum and place Frank’s tenure under intense scrutiny.
### Burnley’s Desperate Fight for Survival
Meanwhile, Burnley are locked in a relentless battle for Premier League survival. Scott Parker’s men have endured a gruelling 13-game winless streak in the league, cementing their position deep in the relegation zone. However, recent draws against formidable opponents like Manchester United and Liverpool, coupled with a dominant 5-1 FA Cup triumph over Millwall, have offered tantalizing glimpses of resilience and hope. This match isn’t just about points; it’s about pride and a desperate bid to defy the odds against relegation.
With so much riding on this afternoon’s 3 pm kick-off, the confirmed starting XIs will be scrutinized closely. Here’s a look at who’s made the cut for both sides:
## Confirmed Starting XI: Burnley
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## Confirmed Starting XI: Tottenham Hotspur
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## Where to Catch the Action
For fans in the United Kingdom, regrettably, the match will not be broadcast live due to the traditional 3 pm Saturday blackout regulations. However, supporters across the United States can tune in to watch every moment unfold live on USA Network.
## Crucial Match Statistics & Head-to-Head Insights
* **Clarets’ Struggles Against Spurs:** Burnley’s recent Premier League encounters with Tottenham have been largely one-sided, with the Clarets losing six of their last seven meetings. This includes a run of four consecutive defeats since their memorable 1-0 home victory in February 2022.
* **Spurs’ Potent Attack:** Tottenham consistently find the back of the net against Burnley, boasting an impressive average of 2.2 goals per game (41 goals in 19 matches) in the Premier League. Among teams they’ve faced at least ten times, only against Hull City do they have a higher average (2.3 goals).
* **Away Day Dominance:** Spurs have established a formidable record when playing away against newly promoted teams, remaining unbeaten in their last 13 such Premier League fixtures (11 wins, 2 draws). Their last defeat to a promoted side on the road dates back to a 3-1 loss against Leeds United in May 2021.
* **Vulnerability Against Bottom Teams:** Despite their strength against promoted teams, Tottenham have shown vulnerability against sides in the relegation zone, suffering four defeats in their last eight Premier League games, including their most recent league outing against West Ham (a 2-1 loss). The club hasn’t endured consecutive league defeats against teams occupying the bottom three spots since March 1997, when they lost to both West Ham and Nottingham Forest.
* **Burnley’s Winless Woes:** Burnley find themselves entrenched in a dire winless run of 13 Premier League games (four draws, nine losses). To find a longer top-flight drought, one would have to go back to a 14-game stretch between August and October 1970. Their overall league winless streak record stands at 18 games, set between December 2006 and March 2007 in the Championship.