Luton Town vs Burnley Prediction, Preview & Betting Tips

This is set to be an extremely tight game as only two points separated these two sides during last season’s entire Premier league campaign.

The recent history of this fixture suggests that both teams will score as this has happened in three of the last four meetings of the sides.

Given the fact that Burnley managed to win here last season and have retained the majority of their squad, we believe that the Clarets will run out as 2-1 victors.

The Championship season kicks off with a highly anticipated clash between Luton Town and Burnley, two sides relegated from the Premier League last season. Both clubs have undergone significant changes, with Burnley facing the added challenge of finding a new manager following the departure of Vincent Kompany.

Luton's remarkable journey to the top flight captured the imagination of the footballing world. Their resilience and fighting spirit will be crucial as they look to compete in a demanding division. Rob Edwards faces the daunting task of guiding Luton Town back to the Premier League after a challenging first season in the top flight.

Despite the disappointment of relegation, the young manager has proven his tactical acumen and ability to get the best out of his players. His experience in leading Luton to promotion and securing Premier League status will be invaluable as he looks to orchestrate another successful campaign in the Championship.

However, facing a Burnley side eager to bounce back to the Premier League will be a stern test. Burnley, despite their relegation, remain a formidable force. The Clarets possess a strong squad and will be determined to make an immediate return to the top flight. Scott Parker will have the task of rebuilding confidence and implementing a winning mentality.

Scott Parker takes the reins at Burnley following the departure of Vincent Kompany. Known for his high-energy and attacking style of play, Parker has a proven track record of securing promotion to the Premier League. His previous successes with Fulham and Bournemouth have garnered attention, and he arrives at Turf Moor with the expectation of returning the Clarets to the top flight.

This opening day encounter promises to be a fiercely contested affair, with both teams desperate for three points. The result could set the tone for the rest of the season, making it a must-watch clash for fans of both clubs.

Luton come into this game as narrow favourites and they are currently priced @ 29/20, whilst an away win for Burnley is priced @ 7/4 and a draw is currently @ 23/10.

We are backing Luton to win and BTTS because the recent history of this fixture suggests that both teams will score. Given the fact that Luton have managed to retain the majority of their influential players and that they are at home points to the possibility of a Luton win.

Rob Edwards has been forced to sell some of his key players this transfer window. Ross Barkley has been sold to Aston Villa for £5 Million, whilst Ryan Giles has also been sold to Hull for £5 million.

The sales, while generating significant revenue, have left gaps in the team's creative and attacking output. Barkley's influence in midfield and Giles' ability to provide crosses from wide areas will be sorely missed.

These departures will force Edwards to reshuffle his pack and potentially rely on younger players or new signings to fill the void.

Burnley have been very active in the transfer market and have spent 36 mil euros so far. Notably, the arrival of young Dutch winger Mike Tresor could significantly impact their starting lineup. Tresor, known for his pace and tackling ability, provides competition in the right flank position.

The Luton vs Burnley match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports. You'll need a Sky Sports subscription to watch the game. It will be available on: Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Football and Sky Sports Ultra HDR. The match kicks off at 8:00 PM BST on Monday, August 12th, 2024.

The Hatters struggled to find consistency throughout last season’s Premier League campaign, often relying on heroic defensive performances to salvage points.

Their final five games proved particularly challenging, with just one point gained from a possible 15. This poor run of form ultimately sealed their fate, highlighting the gulf in quality between the Premier League and the Championship.

Luton have had a disappointing preseason campaign, where they have won just one of their five friendly games. This has included defeats at the hands of Celta Vigo, AGF and Goztepe.

Burnley's Premier League campaign ended in disappointment as they were relegated back to the Championship. Under the management of Vincent Kompany, the Clarets showcased an attractive brand of football but ultimately lacked the consistency required to secure top-flight survival. Their final five games proved particularly costly, with three defeats sealing their fate.

Burnley have had a more successful preseason and ended their pre-season preparations with a 1-1 draw against Spanish side Cadiz.

The fixture of Luton Town vs Burnley has a long and storied history, with the two sides having first met in 1897, a game which Burnley won 4-0.

Since their first meeting, the two sides have met on 55 occasions, with Burnley having the better head to head record, having won on 25 occasions compared with 16 which have been won by Luton.

It was a tight and cagey affair when these sides last met each other. With both sides desperately needing points to bolster their survival hopes, the result was a cagey game which finished 1-1.

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