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Burnley vs Sheffield Utd — Match Prediction

Championship 2026/27 · Matchday 25 · Fri 1 Jan, 00:00 UTC

Burnley win
35%
Draw
24%
Sheffield Utd win
41%
Most likely score1–1
Projected goals1.4 – 1.5
Over 2.5 goals57%
Both teams score60%
BurnleyLDLDW24th · 4 pts
Sheffield UtdLWLLW18th · 9 pts

Ahead of Burnley v Sheffield Utd in the Championship on 1 January 2027, Footyntel's model — built from each side's attack and defence strength and blended with last season's form — makes an away win for Sheffield Utd the most likely outcome at 41%. The single most probable scoreline is 1–1, with projected goals of 1.4 for Burnley and 1.5 for Sheffield Utd. There is a 57% chance of over 2.5 goals and 60% chance both teams score.

Scoreline probability

Model probability (%) of each scoreline — Burnley goals down (↓), Sheffield Utd goals across (→). The outlined cell is the most likely result.

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FAQ

Who will win Burnley vs Sheffield Utd?

Footyntel's model makes an away win for Sheffield Utd the most likely result at 41%. Full split: Burnley win 35%, draw 24%, Sheffield Utd win 41%. It is a statistical model, not betting advice.

What is the predicted score for Burnley vs Sheffield Utd?

The most probable scoreline from the model is 1–1 (Burnley 1–1 Sheffield Utd). Projected goals: Burnley 1.4, Sheffield Utd 1.5.

Will both teams score / will there be over 2.5 goals?

The model gives a 57% chance of over 2.5 goals and a 60% chance of both teams scoring.

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