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>West Bromwich Albion vs Burnley Predictions, Picks & Odds – 23/08/2026
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West Bromwich Albion have made a bright start to life back in the Championship, collecting two wins from two to sit fifth in the early table. Their 2-1 victory at Norwich on the opening weekend was a statement of intent under James Morrison, with new captain George Campbell marshalling the defence well. Harry Whitwell has returned to training after a calf scare, though Tammer Bany and Mikey Johnston remain sidelined through fitness issues.
Burnley's return to the second tier has been sluggish. Nicky Hayen's side drew 2-2 with West Ham in their opener, extending a deeply concerning run of form that has yielded just one defeat and four draws from their last five outings. That inability to convert level positions into victories is a worry. Jordan Beyer, Josh Cullen, and Jaydon Banel are all unavailable, leaving Hayen reliant on summer recruits such as Lluc Castell and Ugo Raghouber to fill the gaps.
West Brom's opening day victory at Norwich underlined their intent under James Morrison, with new captain George Campbell marshalling a defence that looks well organised. Burnley, by contrast, have drawn four and lost one of their last five outings, a sequence that suggests Nicky Hayen's side are struggling to convert possession into results. That pattern of stagnation makes the home win or draw the logical selection at 2.75.
The Clarets are without key figures Jordan Beyer, Josh Cullen, and Jaydon Banel, which significantly weakens their midfield spine and defensive options. West Brom have their own concerns, with Tammer Bany and Mikey Johnston sidelined, but Harry Whitwell's return to training provides a timely boost. The balance of absentees tilts in favour of the hosts, who appear better placed to field a settled starting eleven at The Hawthorns.
Burnley's historical dominance in this fixture, unbeaten across the last seven meetings, warrants respect. However, current form carries greater weight than distant head-to-head records, and the Clarets' inability to win any of their recent five matches is a serious concern. Backing the double chance covering a West Brom win or a draw offers sensible coverage at this stage of the campaign. Questo articolo è a scopo informativo e non costituisce una raccomandazione di scommessa.
Trends to Know about West Bromwich Albion vs Burnley
- West Brom unbeaten with two straight wins
- Burnley winless in five consecutive matches
- Burnley unbeaten in last seven head-to-heads
Form & Statistics: West Bromwich Albion vs Burnley
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West Bromwich Albion vs Burnley: Head-to-Head
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What time is West Bromwich Albion vs Burnley?
West Bromwich Albion host Burnley at The Hawthorns on 23 August 2026, with kickoff set for 12:00 BST.
Where is West Bromwich Albion vs Burnley being played?
This fixture takes place at The Hawthorns, the home ground of West Bromwich Albion.
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