Burnley welcome Fulham to Turf Moor on Saturday evening for a critical Premier League encounter.
This match could have significant implications for the teams at the bottom of the table. Scott Parker’s Clarets are in desperate need of a turnaround. They have lost six consecutive Premier League matches. Consequently, this run leaves them 19th in the table and five points adrift of safety.
They face a Fulham side that is also looking over their shoulder. Marco Silva’s men have lost back-to-back home games against Manchester City and Crystal Palace. Therefore, they have slipped to 15th place, just four points above the drop zone. While Fulham’s recent form is shaky, they arrive with a formidable record against promoted sides. They remain unbeaten in their last 11 such meetings.
Burnley vs Fulham – Match Preview and Team News
- Date: Saturday, 13 December 2025
- Kick-off: 17:30 GMT
- Venue: Turf Moor, Burnley
- Referee: Michael Oliver
- VAR: Tony Harrington
- Last Meeting: Burnley 2-2 Fulham, 3 February 2024, Premier League
Team News
Burnley
Scott Parker faces a defensive crisis with suspensions to key defenders. Kyle Walker and Lucas Pires are both unavailable after disciplinary issues against Newcastle. Consequently, Oliver Sonne is expected to deputise at right-back. Quilindschy Hartman is set to come in on the left. The injury list remains lengthy with Zeki Amdouni, Jordan Beyer, Connor Roberts, and Bashir Humphreys all sidelined. In addition, Hannibal Mejbri serves the second game of his four-match ban.
Fulham
Marco Silva has confirmed that Ryan Sessegnon and Rodrigo Muniz remain out with thigh injuries. However, there is better news regarding Antonee Robinson. He is back in training after a long-term knee injury, though he is unlikely to start. This will be the final game for Nigerian trio Calvin Bassey, Alex Iwobi, and Samuel Chukwueze before they depart for the Africa Cup of Nations. Bassey and Iwobi are expected to start, while Chukwueze will hope to retain his place.
Form
Burnley
The Clarets are enduring a historic slump. Their six-game losing streak is their longest in the top flight since 1895. Defensively, they have collapsed this season. They have conceded 30 goals in just 15 games. This is a stark contrast to their solid defensive record in the Championship last season. However, Turf Moor has been a fortress against Fulham historically. Burnley are unbeaten in their last 29 home league games against the Cottagers.
Fulham
Fulham’s season is teetering dangerously. They have lost eight of their first 15 games. Historically, this tally has often led to relegation for the club. Despite recent defeats, they have excelled against newly promoted teams. In fact, they have won their last four games in a row against such opposition. Manager Marco Silva will be keen to end a winless run against Burnley that dates back to August 2018.
Predicted Lineups
Burnley predicted XI: Dúbravka; Sonne, Ekdal, Estève, Hartman; Ugochukwu, Cullen, Florentino; Tchaouna, Foster, Anthony
Fulham predicted XI: Leno; Tete, Andersen, Bassey, Castagne; Iwobi, Berge; Wilson, Smith Rowe, Chukwueze; Jiménez
How to watch Burnley vs Fulham?
The match will be broadcast live in the UK on Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Main Event. Coverage starts at 17:00 GMT.
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