Liverpool vs Burnley Match Overview – 17.01.2026

The Premier League champions Liverpool host Burnley at the Anfield in a fixture from the league’s 22nd round. The Reds are against the wall after three consecutive draws in the Prem, so for them it’s vital to win this game. Meanwhile the Clarets are desperate for points, too – they are in the league’s relegation zone. Stay with us and our Betting on underdogs in football matches.

According to some rumours, Liverpool’s manager Arne Slot can’t feel safe for his job anymore. His second season in English football was not going according to the plan. Liverpool are 14 points behind Arsenal, so basically they are out of the title race.

Burnley won just three of their 21 Premier League matches this season. Now the Clarets are 19th in the league – 8 points behind the 17th Nottingham Forest and the safe zone.

Liverpool News & Analysis

The Premier League titleholders are still without one of its stars – Mohamed Salah as he’s playing for Egypt at the African Cup of Nations. Meanwhile Alexander Isak is sidelined for a few months with a broken leg while Hugo Ekitike is injured, too.

All these players that are missing are giving Arne Slot some trouble when it comes to forming the attacking line. If Ekitike is not ready to play, most likely Cody Gakpo will lead the attack against Burnley, supported by Federico Chiesa and Florian Wirtz.

What Liverpool have to do against the Clarets is finding its rhythm again. This is the team’s major problem this season – the Reds simply don’t play the way they played last season.

Burnley News & Analysis

Just like Liverpool, Burnley made a draw in their latest match in the Premier League – 2-2 against Manchester United at home. Given the fact which team was the opposition, this point was welcomed by the fans. But the truth is Burnley needs much more points to survive.

Just like Arne Slot, Burnley’s manager Scott Parker is under some serious pressure here. He could be sacked if he doesn’t find a way to improve the team quickly. And right now he’s facing an injury crisis – players like Flemming, Tuanzebe, Cullen and Beyer are all missing from the squad.

Liverpool vs Burnley Betting Predictions

Liverpool needs to push here – three consecutive draws in the Premier League is just unacceptable for them. They need to win this one.

Liverpool to Win;
Liverpool Over 1.5 Goals;
Burnley Under 1.5 Goals;

Head-to-Head Matches

Liverpool have an advantage against Burnley in the head-to-head statistics – 51 wins compared to the Clarets’ 32. There are 26 draws, too.

Betting Verdict

This is a game Liverpool needs to win against Burnley, especially at home. The manager Arne Slot is aware that his job could be in danger if he doesn’t win against one of the weakest teams in the league. Let’s see if his players will back him here. Thank you for being with us and our Betting on underdogs in football matches.