Burnley vs Brentford Prediction and Betting Tips for the Premier League, scheduled for Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 15:00 GMT. The match will be broadcast live on NBC and Peacock from the Turf Moor in Burnley. Referee Samuel Barrott will be the man in charge.
The Clarets have managed to stay unbeaten in their last 2 matches, showing some much needed life in the relegation scrap. It is a tough road ahead, but the home fans are starting to believe. In this article, you’ll discover Premier League Predictions from XpertStats tipsters.
Burnley vs Brentford Key Facts and Stats
Burnley has managed to stay unbeaten in their last 2 matches during a tough season.
The home side has seen at least 2 goals in each of their last 9 games.
Scott Parker's squad struggles at Turf Moor with a low scoring average of only 0.92 goals.
Brentford arrives with top scorer Igor Thiago who has netted 17 times this current season.
The Bees are currently enjoying a decent run of form with 7 points picked up lately.
Statistical trends show Brentford wins an average of 5.69 corners when playing away matches.
Very low average of 9.62 fouls committed indicates high discipline and control.
Recent positive momentum with a current 2 game unbeaten run in the league.
Spectacular football recently with 77% of home matches seeing over 1.5 goals scored.
- Burnley's Weaknesses
Poor home attack with an average of only 0.92 goals scored per match.
Struggling in the bottom 3 of the overall standings in 19th place.
Weak corner production with only 3.23 corners won per game at Turf Moor.
League Position
7
+ Brentford's Strengths
Prolific scorer Igor Thiago has 17 goals, averaging 0.67 goals per 90 minutes.
Strong away corner stats with an average of 5.69 corners won per match.
Solid recent form away from home, remaining unbeaten in their last 2 trips.
- Brentford's Weaknesses
High average of 1.69 goals conceded when playing in away fixtures this season.
Attacking inconsistency lately with failure to score in 2 of the last 5 games.
Ranked only 10th in the away standings despite their 7th place overall rank.
Match Preview
Coming into this game, Burnley has picked up 5 points from the last 5 games. That is roughly 1 point per game on average. Still, the local fans are feeling slightly better after a 2 game unbeaten run. Can Scott Parker finally find a consistent formula?
It is very possible we will see a couple of goals here at Turf Moor. The last 9 games for Burnley ended with 2 goals or more being scored. Even so, the side has failed to score in 2 of their last 5 outings recently.
Burnley is missing a very important player as Josh Cullen is confirmed out for this fixture. He usually averages 84 minutes per match. Without his presence in the middle, Zian Flemming, who has 6 goals, will have to carry the heavy attacking load.
Brentford has picked up 7 points from their last 5 games, both home and away. They have enjoyed playing away from home recently and are currently unbeaten in 2 games. Keith Andrews will expect a professional performance to keep their 7th place spot.
Things have not been perfectly smooth for Brentford in front of goal, failing to score in 2 of the last 5 games. However, Igor Thiago is a massive threat with 17 goals this season. He averages 0.67 goals per 90 minutes played.
The visitors are missing Milambo and Carvalho, but Kevin Schade is ready after scoring 6 times this year. He should join Thiago in a dangerous 4-2-3-1 system. It will be interesting to see how these lineups affect our *Premier League Predictions* today.
Burnley manager Scott Parker remains optimistic ahead of a crucial Premier League clash against Brentford at Turf Moor. Following recent positive results against Crystal Palace and Chelsea, Parker emphasized the need for improved home form to escape the relegation zone. He issued a rallying cry to supporters, urging them to provide energy as the Clarets fight to drag other teams into the survival battle through resilience and determination.
K. Walker, L. Ugochukwu, H. Mejbri, B. Humphreys M. Edwards, J. Anthony
FW
Z. Flemming
OUT
Z. Amdouni(OUT),
J. Cullen(OUT),
A. Tuanzebe(OUT),
A. Broja(OUT),
C. Roberts(OUT),
M. Trésor(OUT),
J. Beyer(OUT),
Brentford (4-2-3-1)
Keith Andrews
GK
C. Kelleher
DF
N. Collins, K. Ajer, S. van den Berg, R. Henry
MF
J. Henderson, V. Janelt D. Ouattara, M. Jensen, K. Schade
FW
I. Thiago
OUT
A. Milambo(OUT),
F. Carvalho(OUT),
A. Hickey(QUES),
J. Dasilva(OUT),
M. Kayode(QUES),
Referee
Samuel Barrott
Prediction
Brentford to Win @1.75
Brentford looks set to capitalize on Burnley's defensive struggles during this upcoming Saturday afternoon clash. While the home side has shown some spirit recently, their overall record at Turf Moor remains quite poor. They have only managed to pick up 10 points from 13 matches in front of their own fans. This lack of home dominance gives the visitors a massive psychological edge before kickoff.
The Bees are currently in 7th place and possess a much more clinical attacking unit than their opponents. With players like Igor Thiago leading the line, they have the quality to break down a Burnley defense that concedes 1.46 goals at home. Brentford's recent 2 game unbeaten run on the road suggests they have the tactical discipline required to secure all 3 points here.
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FAQ – Burnley vs Brentford Prediction
Who will win between Burnley and Brentford?
Brentford are the favorites due to their 7th place ranking and the scoring form of Igor Thiago, though Burnley is unbeaten in 2 games.
Where can I watch Burnley vs Brentford live?
The Burnley vs Brentford Premier League match will be broadcast live on NBC and Peacock.
What time does Burnley vs Brentford start?
Kick-off is scheduled for 15:00(GMT) on Saturday, February 28, 2026.
Who is the referee for Burnley vs Brentford?
The match will be officiated by Samuel Barrott at Turf Moor.
Are there any key players missing for this match?
Burnley will be without Josh Cullen and several others, while Brentford is missing Milambo and Fabio Carvalho.
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