Burnley FC – West Ham United prediction & tips 07.02.2026
Burnley FC will host West Ham United at Turf Moor on Saturday, 7th February 2026, at 16:00 in what promises to be a crucial Premier League encounter between two sides struggling near the bottom of the table. The Clarets currently occupy 19th position with 15 points from 23 matches, while the Hammers sit just one place higher in 18th with 20 points, making this a pivotal six-pointer in the relegation battle on Matchday 25.
Our Betting Prediction for Burnley FC vs West Ham United
Our betting tip for this crucial relegation battle favours an away victory for West Ham United at odds of 2.26 with 1win. Despite their own struggles this season, the Hammers possess superior quality and recent form compared to their hosts, making them the value selection in the three-way market. West Ham have demonstrated better attacking output with 29 goals scored compared to Burnley’s 25, whilst also showing marginally improved defensive solidity.
Our tips
There have been over 3.5 goals scored in 3 of Burnley FC’s last 5 matches.
There have been over 3.5 goals scored in 2 of West Ham United’s last 5 matches.
There have been over 2.5 goals scored in 4 of Burnley FC’s last 5 matches.
There have been over 2.5 goals scored in 4 of West Ham United’s last 5 matches.
There have been over 1.5 goals scored in 5 of Burnley FC’s last 5 matches.
There have been over 1.5 goals scored in 5 of West Ham United’s last 5 matches.
Our second betting prediction focuses on the both teams to score market, where we recommend backing ‘Yes’ at odds of 1.78 with Paripesa. Both sides have shown defensive vulnerabilities throughout the campaign, with Burnley conceding 44 goals and West Ham shipping 48. The average goals per game across their recent encounters and current form suggests this fixture should produce goals at both ends, particularly given the desperation both teams will feel to secure maximum points.
Burnley FC Form Analysis
Burnley find themselves in a precarious position under the guidance of Scott Parker, who has struggled to implement his possession-based philosophy effectively at Turf Moor. The Clarets’ recent form makes for concerning reading, with their last Premier League outing resulting in a comprehensive 3-0 defeat away to Sunderland AFC, highlighting their ongoing defensive frailties and lack of cutting edge in the final third.
Parker’s men have managed just three victories from their 23 Premier League fixtures this season, accumulating a mere 15 points that leaves them dangerously positioned in 19th place. Their goal difference of -19 reflects the fundamental issues plaguing both ends of the pitch, with 25 goals scored representing one of the division’s most anaemic attacking returns. The six draws they have secured demonstrate their ability to compete in certain matches, yet the 14 defeats underscore the consistency problems that have characterised their campaign.
At Turf Moor, Burnley’s record provides little cause for optimism ahead of this crucial encounter. Two wins, four draws, and six defeats from their 12 home fixtures illustrate the challenges Parker faces in making his side difficult to beat on familiar territory. The tactical approach favoured by the former Fulham manager emphasises patient build-up play and technical proficiency, yet his squad appears to lack the requisite quality to execute these principles consistently at Premier League level.
Their recent form across all competitions shows one victory, three draws, and one defeat from their last five matches, suggesting some marginal improvement in results despite the heavy loss to Sunderland. However, when focusing specifically on Premier League performances over the same period, Burnley have failed to register a single victory, managing three draws alongside two defeats that highlight their struggle to compete against top-flight opposition.
West Ham United Recent Performances
West Ham United arrive at Turf Moor under the stewardship of Nuno Espírito Santo, whose tactical acumen and Premier League experience provide the Hammers with a potential advantage in this relegation scrap. Despite occupying 18th position with 20 points, Nuno’s side have shown greater attacking intent than their hosts, registering 29 goals whilst maintaining a slightly superior goal difference of -19 compared to Burnley’s -19.
The Portuguese manager has overseen five victories, five draws, and 14 defeats during his tenure, with the recent 3-2 defeat to Chelsea demonstrating both the team’s attacking capabilities and defensive vulnerabilities. Nuno’s preferred system typically emphasises defensive solidity and quick transitions, yet adapting to West Ham’s personnel and the demands of their current league position has required tactical flexibility that continues to evolve.
West Ham’s away record of two wins, four draws, and six defeats from 12 matches mirrors Burnley’s home statistics, suggesting this encounter could prove exceptionally competitive. However, their recent form across all competitions provides encouragement, with three victories from their last five fixtures indicating improved performance levels under Nuno’s guidance. The ability to score goals consistently has been a relative strength, with their 29 strikes representing a more potent attacking threat than many of their relegation rivals.
The Hammers’ recent Premier League form shows two victories and three defeats from their last five matches, demonstrating the inconsistency that has characterised their season. Nevertheless, their capacity to secure victories against quality opposition suggests they possess the technical ability and mental resilience required to navigate challenging away fixtures like this encounter at Turf Moor.
Last Direct Encounters
The most recent meeting between these sides resulted in a 3-2 home victory for West Ham United, establishing a psychological advantage that could prove significant in this upcoming fixture. This result exemplified the entertaining nature of encounters between these clubs, with both teams demonstrating their attacking capabilities whilst exhibiting defensive vulnerabilities.
Examining the head-to-head record from their last five meetings across all competitions reveals West Ham’s superiority, with the Hammers securing two victories whilst three matches ended in draws. Notably, Burnley have failed to register a single victory during this period, highlighting their struggles against Nuno’s side and suggesting the visitors enter this contest with both statistical and psychological advantages.
Performance
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