Football Prediction | Burnley vs Chelsea | Premier League 2025/26 | Nov 22 – Can Chelsea Turn the Heat up Again?

Turf Moor will set the stage for an intriguing Premier League clash as Burnley welcome Chelsea on November 22. Both sides are looking to secure valuable points — Burnley to climb away from the danger zone and Chelsea to maintain momentum in their pursuit of European qualification. This fixture promises a tactical battle between a resilient Burnley defense and Chelsea’s dynamic attacking unit. Expect an intense contest filled with grit, creativity, and key moments from star performers.

Burnley vs Chelsea Form Guide

Burnley

Burnley have displayed some moments of solidity, but as a whole, they are continuing to be unable to find a level of consistency when it comes to scoring. Leadership has come through Cullen and Estève/Tuanzebe’s solid defensive play. Anthony is the primary source of Burnley’s goal-scoring due to his pace/attacking ability and is able to get past Burnley’s opponents with that ability; however, injuries/setbacks to other players have prevented Vincent Kompany from being able to build on any success Burnley may experience.

Chelsea

Chelsea’s recent run has been impressive, with their young and energetic squad finding rhythm under new leadership. The combination of Delap, Joao Pedro, and Garnacho has brought renewed attacking flair to their forward line. In midfield, Caicedo and Fernández have dictated tempo, while the backline led by Fofana and Chalobah has tightened up defensively. With confidence growing, Chelsea are starting to look like genuine top-four contenders again.

Burnley vs Chelsea Key Battles:

Anthony vs Joao Pedro

Burnley’s Anthony has been a standout performer this season, using his pace and creativity to carve out chances even against tough opposition. His direct style and finishing make him Burnley’s primary attacking weapon. Joao Pedro, meanwhile, has emerged as Chelsea’s go-to goal threat, combining movement, composure, and clinical finishing. Both forwards possess the ability to change the game in an instant, making their duel a pivotal one at Turf Moor.

Flemming vs Neto

The combination of Flemming’s ability to connect his teammates and attack at transition gives Burnley an edge in their attacking play, and his ability to pressure, create, and score also puts the opposition defense under constant threat. Neto is the same for Chelsea. He is still a very creative outlet for Chelsea as he has the speed and precision to get to the final pass. As such, likely, which player (Burnley’s Flemming or Chelsea’s Neto) controls the flow of play for both teams’ attacks in this game will greatly affect how the match develops.

Burnley vs Chelsea Tactical Outlook

Burnley will likely approach the match with a compact defensive setup, aiming to frustrate Chelsea and hit on the counter. Florentino and Cullen will be crucial in breaking up play and launching quick transitions. Kompany’s side will depend on Flemming and Anthony to provide the attacking spark, especially from wide areas. Set pieces could also be a key weapon for Burnley as they look to exploit Chelsea’s occasional defensive lapses.

Chelsea should dominate the play by controlling the ball and dictating the pace. Chelsea’s possession-based approach is due to Caicedo’s ability to win the ball and Fernández’s creativity, as they will have a clear advantage in the middle of the park. The two attackers for Chelsea, Joao Pedro and Garnacho, will also be looking to move quickly on the counter-attack with quick movement and interchange in front of Burnley’s back four, while Chelsea will want to push Burnley’s defense as far up the pitch as possible and suffocate Burnley when they try to build out of the back and create turnovers close to goal.

Head-to-Head Encounters

Chelsea have dominated recent meetings between the two sides, often showcasing their attacking depth and superior quality. Burnley, however, has managed to make life difficult for the Blues at Turf Moor with physicality and disciplined defending. Historically, this fixture has produced tight contests when played in Lancashire. Another hard-fought encounter is expected, with Chelsea looking to extend their dominance.

Injury News and Suspensions

Burnley

Burnley faces several absences heading into this match. Connor Roberts remains out with a knee injury until mid-December, while Jordan Beyer’s knee issue will sideline him until mid-January. Zeki Amdouni’s long-term cruciate ligament injury, set to keep him out until late April, further limits Kompany’s attacking options. Despite these setbacks, Burnley will rely on squad depth and home advantage to stay competitive.

Chelsea

Chelsea’s injury list remains lengthy but manageable. Benoit Badiashile and Cole Palmer are both recovering from knocks and should return by early December, while Fernández is expected back later this month. Lavia and Essugo continue their rehabilitation, and Levi Colwill is ruled out long-term with a cruciate ligament injury. Even with these issues, Chelsea’s deep squad provides plenty of quality replacements across the pitch.

 Burnley vs Chelsea Possible Playing Squad

Burnley

Dubravka (GK), Walker, Tuanzebe, Estève, Hartman, Cullen, Florentino, Flemming, Ugochukwu, Anthony, Tchaouna

Chelsea

Sánchez (GK), Gusto, Fofana, Chalobah, Cucurella, Caicedo, Fernández, Neto, Garnacho, Joao Pedro, Delap

 Match Details at a Glance

Match Prediction

Chelsea’s superior quality and attacking cohesion are likely to give them the edge despite Burnley’s defensive resilience. Burnley’s home crowd may spur them on, but Chelsea’s pace and precision could prove too much over 90 minutes.

Score Prediction

Burnley 1–3 Chelsea – Anthony to grab a consolation for the hosts, while Joao Pedro, Garnacho, and Neto inspire a convincing Chelsea win at Turf Moor.

Disclaimer: This Football prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.