Shrewsbury Town host Premier League returnees Burnley FC on Saturday, 26 July 2025 at 07:30 PM IST/03:00 PM BST in a pre-season club friendly at New Meadow (Croud Meadow), Shropshire. Both clubs’ pre-season preparations for the 2025-26 football season included the match.
Burnley are looking to build some ascendancy for their Premier League return under new manager Scott Parker, and Shrewsbury will be looking to continue building their squad under the pressure of the domestic competition. Expect squad rotations, tactical formations changes, and a ‘dress rehearsal’ for both teams.
Match Details: Shrewsbury Town vs Burnley FC
- Fixture: Shrewsbury Town vs Burnley FC
- Competition: Pre-season Club Friendly 2025
- Date & Time: Saturday, 26 July 2025, 07:30 PM IST / 03:00 PM BST
- Venue: New Meadow (Croud Meadow), Shrewsbury, England
Head-to-Head Record: Shrewsbury Town vs Burnley FC
- Total Meetings: 2
- Burnley Wins: 2
- Shrewsbury Wins: 0
- Draws: 0
The previous two matches between the clubs were a Burnley win 3-1 in a pre-season match (2022) and a Burnley win 1-0 in the Carabao Cup in the same year. Historically, Burnley has the advantage in matches between clubs, especially friendlies.
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Shrewsbury Town: Recent Matches and Form
Shrewsbury Town are approaching the match as their final match in pre-season. While they will be looking to start the League One campaign on a positive note, playing against Premier League opposition will provide a viable test for their defensive organisation and attacking discipline.
They have used previous friendlies to showcase minutes to their summer recruits and youth players. Their management will still stress match sharpness and great team chemistry.
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Burnley FC: Recent Matches and Form
Burnley are back in the Premier League after demonstrating a dominant display in the 2024–25 Championship season with 100 points and 30 clean sheets. With Scott Parker at the helm, the Clarets have been concentrating on fitness, squad rotation, and tactical fluidity.
In their latest friendlies:
- Wolves 1–1 Burnley (19 July 2025)
- Burnley 1–0 Fleetwood Town (12 July 2025)
- Burnley 3–1 Millwall (6 July 2025)
Saturday’s game against Shrewsbury will represent a further opportunity to assess squad depth prior to Huddersfield and Lazio.
When to Watch the Match Between Shrewsbury Town and Burnley FC?
The match between Shrewsbury Town and Burnley FC kicks off at 7:30 PM IST on Saturday, July 26, 2025. For viewers in the United Kingdom, the game begins at 3:00 PM BST on the same day. In the United States, the match starts at 10:00 AM ET / 7:00 AM PT on Saturday, July 26.
Where to Watch the Match Between Shrewsbury Town and Burnley FC?
The pre-season friendly between Shrewsbury Town and Burnley FC may be streamed through official club platforms. Fans can check Burnley FC’s digital channels, Shrewsbury Town’s YouTube page, and both clubs’ social media handles for possible live coverage or match updates.
Additionally, users on 96.com can follow the action with live stats, real-time betting odds, and in-play markets throughout the match. Coverage may vary based on region and platform accessibility.
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Shrewsbury Town: 3 key Players to watch out
Jordan Shipley (Midfielder): Shipley is the creative core for Shrewsbury in midfield and recognised for high football IQ, playing ability, and dangerous set-piece delivery consistently.
Chey Dunkley (Defender): An imposing presence, Dunkley is physical in the back line, reads the game well, leads the defence and is confident against better opposition.
Daniel Udoh (Forward): Udoh is a good goal scorer who identifies space fast and is quick to transition to a finish against opponents’ goals.
Burnley FC: 3 key Players to watch out
Kyle Walker (Right-back): Walker has the experience and credentials from Manchester City to bring elite-level pace & overlap, defensive control, and to defend in high-pressure situations.
Marcus Edwards (Midfielder): Edwards has a strong dribbling ability in tight areas, connects with the midfield to create action in front of goal, and sees the game and vision, especially in the final third.
Loum Tchaouna (Striker): Tchaouna is an energetic striker who can make intelligent runs in behind the defence while working relentlessly to create chances inside the penalty area.
Probable Lineups: Shrewsbury Town vs Burnley FC
Shrewsbury Town (4-4-2)
Marosi; Winchester, Dunkley, Pennington, Nurse; Bayliss, Shipley, Perry, Caton; Udoh, Bowman
Burnley FC (4-2-3-1)
Weiss; Walker, Tuanzebe, Humphreys, Hartman; Brownhill, Flemming; Anthony, Edwards, Bruun Larsen; Tchaouna
Shrewsbury Town vs Burnley FC Betting Odds
As a pre-season friendly, this fixture will offer a different betting landscape as teams rotate squads, trial formations, and maintain fitness targets, often not as the most important consideration. Despite this, though, Burnley FC will be slightly favoured from a sportsbook’s perspective, due to the profile of their squad overall, experience at the Premier League level and their pressure-free depth on the bench.
- Match Outcome: Burnley has the advantage based on their superior talent and tactical discipline.
- Both teams to score: High likelihood as both managers will expect to utilise attacking combinations as part of a low-pressure, open game.
- Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Odds suggest Over 2.5 goals highly likely in light of the nature of Harbour Town’s relaxed defensive setup and rotational play.
- Handicaps: Asian handicap lines would be shifted slightly in Burnley’s favour due to the number of factors involved, but nonetheless moderate value could grow in this area as well.
Betting Odds Overview:
- Burnley FC (Away Win): 1.65 – 1.75
- Draw: 3.50 – 3.80
- Shrewsbury Town (Home Win): 5.00 – 5.50
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Match Prediction
Burnley’s Premier League pedigree and defensive record will dominate the match. However, Shrewsbury’s home advantage and spirited manner may cause some issues early on. Expect Burnley to assert themselves in the second half.
Prediction: Burnley FC 2–0 Shrewsbury Town
