Burnley continues to uphold a formidable record at Turf Moor, remaining unbeaten in their last 29 home league encounters with Fulham. The Clarets’ dominance dates back to April 1951, marking their longest streak against any opponent in their home ground’s history. However, with the current form of both teams, that historic edge is under threat as Burnley faces significant challenges this season.
Fulham, on the other hand, has struggled against Burnley in their recent Premier League confrontations. The Cottagers have not tasted victory in their last five league matches against the Clarets, managing only two draws and three losses since their 4-2 triumph at home in August 2018. This inconsistency has placed them at a crossroads, as they aim to rejuvenate their form, particularly against teams that have been promoted to the top tier.
Despite this, Fulham is riding a wave of form against fellow promoted sides, remaining unbeaten in their last 11 Premier League matches against such teams, with six wins and five draws. The Cottagers are on the verge of achieving a historic milestone, with the prospect of securing five consecutive victories against promoted teams for the first time.
Conversely, Burnley’s season has taken a turn for the worse, having lost six consecutive Premier League matches, matching their longest losing streak in the top-flight since 1895. The Clarets’ struggles have starkly contrasted their impressive campaign in the Championship last season, where they conceded a mere 16 goals over 46 matches. This season, however, they have already allowed 30 goals in just 15 games, illustrating a worrying trend for the team as they grapple with defensive vulnerabilities.
Burnley manager Scott Parker finds himself in a concerning position, having lost 22 of his last 29 league matches. With a losing ratio of 61% in his Premier League career, he is currently only surpassed by Daniel Farke in terms of losses among managers with over 50 matches.
Meanwhile, on a brighter note for Fulham, Harry Wilson has been in fine form, directly contributing to a goal in each of his last three Premier League appearances. If he continues this trajectory, he could match the impressive streak of the last Welshman to achieve four consecutive games with a goal or assist.
Adding to the intrigue, Burnley’s Zian Flemming has struggled to find the back of the net at home this season, failing to score in six matches and ending with just one shot on target. In stark contrast, he has managed to net five goals in six away matches, highlighting his overall inconsistency.
As both teams navigate their current challenges, the upcoming fixture promises to be pivotal for each side, with Burnley seeking to end their losing streak and Fulham looking to maintain their unbeaten run against promoted opponents.
