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Norwich City

29 Aug 2026 15:00

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Norwich City to win 2.35

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Norwich City vs Burnley Predictions, Picks & Odds – 29/08/2026

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X2: Double Chance Draw or Burnley

2.75 on Stake · Confidence Medium

Odds recorded on 28 Aug 2026 at 00:29 · Odds are subject to change

Norwich City vs Burnley Preview

Norwich City sit rock bottom in 23rd place, winless after two Championship outings, and their 3-0 drubbing at Millwall last weekend exposed serious defensive frailties. A midweek EFL Cup victory over Cardiff offered some relief, with Ante Crnac marking his return from injury with a goal. Philippe Clement is expected to shuffle his starting lineup at Carrow Road, and Mathias Kvistgaarden, who has the Canaries' sole league goal this season, could earn a start.

Burnley, relegated from the top flight, occupy 18th after collecting just one point from their opening two fixtures. A 3-1 loss to West Brom and a penalty shootout exit to Bradford City in the cup have hardly inspired confidence. Scott Parker's side look short of cohesion, though Hannibal Mejbri is set to return to midfield. Anel Ahmedhodzic is pushing for his first league start, while uncertainty around Zian Flemming's availability adds further complication.

Norwich City's struggles at the back make them vulnerable even at Carrow Road. Burnley have won all four recent Championship meetings between these sides, including a 2-1 victory at this very ground in December. That head-to-head dominance is difficult to ignore, particularly when the hosts have conceded freely in their opening fixtures. The draw or away double chance represents the strongest angle here.

Burnley's own form has been patchy, with draws dominating their recent results and a 3-1 loss to West Brom raising concerns. Yet Scott Parker's side possess greater squad depth following relegation from the Premier League. The return of Hannibal Mejbri to midfield should add creativity, while Anel Ahmedhodzic offers a fresh defensive option. The away price at 2.75 carries appeal given the historical pattern.

Backing the X2 outcome covers both a draw and an away win, which suits Burnley's profile of grinding results. Norwich manager Philippe Clement may rotate after that midweek cup win, creating potential disruption to cohesion. With under 2.5 goals at 1.96 also worth monitoring given both teams' early-season struggles in front of goal, a tight, low-scoring affair could favour the visitors. Odds correct at time of publication.

Trends to Know about Norwich City vs Burnley

• Burnley won last four head-to-head meetings
• Norwich conceded five in two league games
• Burnley drew three of last five away

A mirror-image 4-2-3-1 vs 4-2-3-1 sets up a fascinating tactical contest at Carrow Road. Both sides look to control the middle third through their double-pivot, with the battle between Kenny McLean's experience and Hannibal Mejbri's dynamism likely to dictate the tempo across the park.

Armando Broja leads Burnley's line against a Norwich backline that will need to hold its shape from the first whistle. Both probable XIs carry reasonable confidence, sourced across three outlets each, so the shape you see above is unlikely to shift dramatically before kickoff.

How to Watch Norwich City vs Burnley Match?

What time is Norwich City vs Burnley?

Norwich City host Burnley at Carrow Road on 29 August 2026, with kickoff scheduled for 3:00 PM local time.

Where is Norwich City vs Burnley being played?

This Championship fixture takes place at Carrow Road, the home ground of Norwich City in Norfolk, England.

How Can I Watch Norwich City vs Burnley on TV and Live Stream?

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