Fulham vs Burnley Prediction, Team News, LiveScore, Predicted Lineup and Head to Head Stats
Welcome to our comprehensive preview of the Premier League Gameweek 31 encounter between Fulham and Burnley. As the 2025/26 season reaches its business end, both sides find themselves at different ends of the emotional spectrum, yet both are equally desperate for points. Marco Silva’s Fulham are looking to cement a top-half finish, while Scott Parker’s Burnley are fighting tooth and nail to keep their Premier League status alive.
In this detailed analysis, we will cover everything from the latest injury updates and tactical setups to historical head-to-head data and our expert score prediction. Whether you are looking for betting tips or just want to keep up with the action via LiveScore updates, Trendy News has you covered.
The Match Context: High Stakes at Craven Cottage
Fulham enter this fixture sitting comfortably in 11th place with 41 points. While they aren't in immediate danger of relegation, their recent form has been patchy. Having failed to win their last three matches, including a frustrating 0-0 draw against Nottingham Forest, Marco Silva will be demanding a clinical performance in front of the home fans. For Fulham, the goal is clear: surpass the 50-point mark and push for a potential European spot if results elsewhere go their way.
On the other hand, Burnley are in the midst of a full-blown survival crisis. Currently 19th in the table with just 20 points, they sit nine points adrift of safety with only eight games remaining. Every match is now a "cup final" for the Clarets. Despite their struggles, their last outing—a 0-0 draw with Bournemouth—showed a glimmer of defensive resilience that Scott Parker will hope to build upon at the Cottage.
Fulham vs Burnley Team News
Fulham Injury Update
Marco Silva has a relatively healthy squad, but there are some key absences to note. The most significant blow is the continued absence of Kevin Macedo, the club's record signing, who remains sidelined following foot surgery. Furthermore, Sasa Lukić and club captain Tom Cairney are expected to miss out, leaving a slight void in the midfield creative engine.
However, there is good news regarding Emile Smith Rowe. After missing the Forest draw with a minor knock, the playmaker is expected to return to the starting XI to provide the creative spark behind Raúl Jiménez.
Burnley Injury Update
Scott Parker faces a much tougher task with his roster. The Clarets are missing several vital components of their spine. Captain Josh Cullen is out long-term with an ACL injury, a massive loss for a team needing leadership in the middle of the park. Jordan Beyer and Connor Roberts are also confirmed absentees.
There is a glimmer of hope as Maxime Estève is expected to recover from illness in time to start, and Mike Trésor faces a late fitness test. The availability of Kyle Walker, who has a stellar record against Fulham (10 wins in 11 meetings), will be crucial for the Clarets' defensive stability.
Fulham vs Burnley Predicted Lineups
Fulham (4-2-3-1)
- Bernd Leno (GK)
- Kenny Tete
- Joachim Andersen
- Calvin Bassey
- Antonee Robinson
- Sander Berge
- Alex Iwobi
- Harry Wilson
- Emile Smith Rowe
- Samuel Chukwueze
- Raúl Jiménez
Burnley (4-2-3-1)
- Martin Dubravka (GK)
- Kyle Walker
- Bashir Humphreys
- Maxime Estève
- Quilindschy Hartman
- Josh Laurent
- James Ward-Prowse
- Marcus Edwards
- Hannibal Mejbri
- Jaidon Anthony
- Zian Flemming
Head to Head (H2H) Stats and Recent Meetings
Historically, Burnley have actually been a "bogey team" for Fulham. While Fulham won the reverse fixture 3-2 at Turf Moor in December 2025, that was their first win over Burnley since 2018. Before that, Burnley had enjoyed a dominant run, winning four of the previous seven encounters.
| Date | Fixture | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 13, 2025 | Burnley vs Fulham | 2-3 | Premier League |
| Feb 3, 2024 | Burnley vs Fulham | 2-2 | Premier League |
| Dec 23, 2023 | Fulham vs Burnley | 0-2 | Premier League |
| May 10, 2021 | Fulham vs Burnley | 0-2 | Premier League |
Key Stat: Burnley have kept a clean sheet in their last three away matches against Fulham in all competitions. This suggests that despite their current league position, they know how to set up defensively at Craven Cottage.
Fulham vs Burnley LiveScore & Match Facts
Live Updates You can follow the live score on major platforms like Flashscore, SofaScore, and the official Premier League app. Kick-off is scheduled for 15:00 UK time on March 21, 2026.
- Venue: Craven Cottage, London
- Referee: Chris Kavanagh
- Average Goals: Fulham matches average 2.77 goals per game, while Burnley matches average 3.0.
- Fulham Form: D-L-W-W-L
- Burnley Form: D-L-L-D-W
Fulham vs Burnley Prediction
Predicting this match is a challenge because of the contrasting motivations. Fulham are the better team on paper and have home-field advantage. However, Burnley are fighting for their lives, and Scott Parker—a former Fulham manager—will know exactly how to frustrate the hosts.
Fulham's Harry Wilson is the man to watch; he was instrumental in the 3-2 win earlier this season and needs just one more goal to reach double figures for the campaign. For Burnley, Jaidon Anthony and Zian Flemming represent their best hopes of catching Fulham on the break.
(Burnley +1 Asian Handicap is a strong betting consideration)
While the bookmakers heavily favor a Fulham win (66% probability), Burnley's historical resilience at Craven Cottage cannot be ignored. A tight, low-scoring affair is likely, with Burnley potentially snatching a vital point in their quest for survival.
Summary
As the whistle blows at 3:00 PM, all eyes will be on whether Fulham can regain their scoring touch or if Burnley can pull off a miracle escape. Stay tuned to Trendy News for the post-match report and full highlights.
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