Burnley FC is all set to return to the Premier League in the 2025–26 season following a record-breaking EFL Championship campaign. The Clarets not only sealed a promotion under manager Scott Parker but also did so by sealing a place in the history books with an unbelievable defensive performance. With plenty of attention on their matches this season from punters and supporters alike, this preview at 96 website will consider Burnley’s form, opening fixtures, odds, and best betting picks in August 2025.
Season Recap: Burnley’s path back to the Premier League
Burnley was promoted back to the Premier League automatically as they finished second in the Championship on 100 points. They finished level on points with Leeds United but were behind them on goal difference on the final day of the season. Their 2024–25 campaign epitomised exceptional discipline and organisation.
The most remarkable facts from the 2024–25 season.
- Conceded just 16 goals in 46 matches, the lowest ever in the English league.
- Kept 30 clean sheets, another record in English football history.
- Only ever conceded more than one goal in a match once during the entire season.
These records all illustrate the defensive structure put in place by new manager Scott Parker, who was appointed in July 2024. The backbone of that defence was centre back Bashir Humphreys, who permanently joined Burnley from Chelsea in May 2025, after the success of his loan at the club.
Burnley was promoted automatically from the Championship as they finished second on the same points as Leeds United (100), but lost out on goal difference. Their 2024/25 season was defined by their discipline and organisation.
Pre-Season Performance and Preparation
Burnley’s pre-season fixtures served as a good indication of what the team would look like ahead of the Premier League. They played five pre-season matches. The five matches were played against Fleetwood, Wolves, Huddersfield, Shrewsbury and Stoke City.
From the results, the strengths of the team appear to be the back line and, with some familiar faces, solidity, but there did not seem to be an abundance of creativity or attacking prowess, as we did not see the same type of attacking play that Burnley achieved the prior season. The maximum number of goals Burnley scored in any of the five matches was two.
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Pre-Season Results:
- Burnley 1–0 Fleetwood
- Wolves 1–1 Burnley
- Burnley 2–0 Huddersfield
- Shrewsbury 2–2 Burnley
- Stoke City 1–0 Burnley
The outcomes of the pre-season fixtures suggested they would remain reasonably balanced, in that they still have a solid defensive identity, but with limited attacking outcomes. Burnley had a pre-season where none of the five matches exhibited Burnley scoring more than two goals.
August 2025 Fixtures: Opening Match Against Tottenham
Burnley begin their Premier League season at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium against Spurs on Saturday, 16 August 2025. Historically, this has been a tough fixture for the Clarets. Burnley have not won an away fixture against Tottenham since 1983. Though the Clarets will go into the fixture having lost the last four against Spurs.
Tottenham will now have Thomas Frank in charge, and they will continue with a focus on possession-based/high-pressing football. Burnley’s defensive shape will once again be challenged.
Betting Odds and Market Overview
Burnley will enter the Premier League as one of the favourites for relegation. Major bookmakers are offering the following odds for their opening fixture and season-long performance:
Tottenham vs Burnley: 16 August 2025:
- Tottenham to Win: 1.40
- Draw: 4.75
- Burnley to Win: 8.50
- Under 2.5 Goals: 1.95
- Both Teams to Score – No: 1.85
Burnley Season Specials:
- To Be Relegated: 1.33
- To Finish Bottom: 3.25
- Top Promoted Team: 4.50
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The above odds imply that the market suggests Burnley will return as underdogs in the Premier League, mainly because of their offensive limitations and the historical failings of promoted teams to survive in the top flight.
Expert Predictions and Value Picks
1. Tottenham Hotspur to Win
There is an argument for value in backing the home side to win because of Burnley’s head-to-head form and Spurs’ home form, despite the short odds.
2. Under 2.5 Goals
Burnley play a game that promotes defence and limited risks offensively. While Tottenham will dominate possession of the ball, they may struggle to score, so under 2.5 goals is a decent market to exploit.
3. Both Teams to Score: No
Burnley are unable to score in pre-season and are likely to play for the defence as their chief tactic. A bet on both teams to score No has dual similarities with our tactical setups.
4. Burnley to Be Relegated
Burnley is right down with some of the shortest odds for relegation across all markets for this season. When considering the step up in difficulty, coupled with Burnley’s style of play, this is a reasonable long-term prediction for bettors.
5. Relegation Treble (Burnley, Sunderland, Brentford)
We learnt that if you want a better return, you can group Burnley, Sunderland and Brentford in a relegation treble. You can find this bet line in most of the betting platforms, and it is often a popular bet as it has the potential to provide a nice return.
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Conclusion
Burnley FC’s 2025-26 season in the Premier League will be a challenge for the team and its tactics. Its defence has been historically solid, but they will now repeatedly face even stronger attacking teams. The various August fixtures will provide a clearer understanding of either Scott Parker’s side’s adaptability to superior opposition or when they will simply struggle.
On the betting side, markets about low-scoring outcomes and potential relegation prospects will likely be the most profitable. Please continue to follow the 96 official websites for up-to-date odds, informed insights, and potential secure betting opportunities throughout the 2025–26 season.