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Arsenal vs Burnley: Premier League Prediction 18 May 2026

Premier League
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schedule 18 May, 20:00 · Referee: Paul Tierney (England)
Predicted Score

Last update of insights: 19 Oct 2026

Final result
1 – 0
CoachAI prediction
4 – 0
✓ Outcome: CALLED IT
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Coach AI predicts a score of 4-0 for Arsenal vs Burnley in the Premier League. Arsenal comes out as the stronger side in the analysis. See the full analysis, injuries and score matrix below.

Match report: Arsenal vs Burnley

Arsenal beat Burnley 1-0 in the Premier League (matchday 37) on 18 May 2026.

Coach AI looks back

Coach AI predicted 4-0: the right outcome, but not the exact score.

Result1-0
Coach AI4-0right
FansArsenal win (82%)right
Most likely scoreline3-0 · 21%
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Pre-match preview: Arsenal vs Burnley

This is Matchweek 37 at the Emirates Stadium. Following Manchester City's victory over Crystal Palace, Arsenal must win to restore a five-point lead. Referee Paul Tierney is officiating; although historically controversial for Arsenal, the Gunners are unbeaten in their last seven games under his watch. Weather is expected to be a mild, drizzly evening (14-19°C), which typically favors Arsenal’s fast-paced passing game on a slick surface.

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Scenarios before the match

Three most likely match scenarios

65%
25%
10%
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Scenario Explanation

1) Dominant Outclassing (65% likelihood): Arsenal’s high motivation and superior xG generation result in a multi-goal victory against a demoralized, relegated side. 2) The Nervous Title Contender (25% likelihood): Arsenal struggles with clinical finishing early on, leading to a narrower 1-0 or 2-0 win as seen in their last few outings. 3) The 'Party Pooper' Draw (10% likelihood): Burnley sits in a deep 5-4-1 block and exploits Arsenal’s makeshift backline on the counter or via set-pieces. Given the statistical trend of Arsenal's defensive solidity (only 0.72 goals conceded/game) and Burnley's away record (conceding 3+ in their last four away games), a heavy home win is the highest probability outcome.

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Current Standings

Position in the competition

Matchday

Pos Team Pld W D L GD Pts
1 Manchester City FC 7 7 0 0 +12 21
2 Arsenal FC 7 6 0 1 +6 18
3 Brighton & Hove Albion FC 7 5 1 1 +18 16
4 Chelsea FC 7 4 1 2 +4 13
5 Liverpool FC 7 3 3 1 +1 12
6 Brentford FC 7 2 4 1 +5 10
7 Leeds United FC 7 2 4 1 +3 10
8 Everton FC 7 2 4 1 +1 10
9 Hull City AFC 7 2 3 2 +1 9
10 Ipswich Town FC 7 3 0 4 -4 9
11 Newcastle United FC 7 2 2 3 -4 8
12 Aston Villa FC 7 2 2 3 -4 8
13 Manchester United FC 7 1 4 2 0 7
14 Crystal Palace FC 7 2 1 4 -8 7
15 AFC Bournemouth 7 1 3 3 -4 6
16 Coventry City FC 6 2 0 4 -6 6
17 Fulham FC 7 1 2 4 -3 5
18 Nottingham Forest FC 7 1 2 4 -4 5
19 Sunderland AFC 7 1 1 5 -8 4
20 Tottenham Hotspur FC 6 0 3 3 -6 3
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Fan Predictions

What Football Meister players predict for this match

Arsenal D Burnley
82%
18%
82% 18% 0%

Most predicted scorelines

4-0 36%
2-0 27%
0-0 18%
3-1 9%
3-0 9%

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Head to head

Arsenal and Burnley in Football Meister data

1Arsenal wins
0draws
0Burnley wins

Goals: 2 for Arsenal, 0 for Burnley.

Previous meetings

  • 1 Nov 2025Burnley0Arsenal2

Goals per match

What the two clubs score and concede on average, as context for the prediction.

Arsenal at home

2.2

scored

0.6

conceded

18 matches

0
3 of 36 (8%)
1
13 of 36 (36%)
2
11 of 36 (31%)
3+
9 of 36 (25%)

Usually 1. Scores in 92% of matches.

Burnley away

1.1

scored

2.5

conceded

18 matches

0
13 of 36 (36%)
1
12 of 36 (33%)
2
8 of 36 (22%)
3+
3 of 36 (8%)

Usually 0. Scores in 64% of matches.

Coach AI pre-match analysis

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Coach AI Scenarios

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Most likely scorelines

3-0 21% 2-0 18% 4-0 14%
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Correct Score Prediction

AI-calculated probability per scoreline

Most Likely Scorelines
3-0 21%
2-0 18%
4-0 14%
Burnley (Away)
Arsenal (Home)
0
1
2
3
4
0
2.0%
1.0%
0.0%
0.0%
0.0%
1
12.0%
5.0%
1.0%
0.0%
0.0%
2
18.0%
8.0%
2.0%
0.0%
0.0%
3
21.0%
6.0%
2.0%
1.0%
0.0%
4
14.0%
4.0%
1.0%
0.0%
0.0%

The shift toward 3-0 and 4-0 reflects Burnley's confirmed relegation ('on the beach' effect) and Arsenal's desperate need for Goal Difference in a neck-and-neck title race with Manchester City.

Projected xG by CoachAI

2.45

Home xG

0.55

Away xG

Upset risk

Low

Risk of unexpected result

Arsenal Recent Form: Last 5

4 W · 1 D · 0 L
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10/5 West Ham United FC 0-1 Arsenal FC W 2.05
5/5 Arsenal FC 1-0 Club Atlético de Madrid W 2.05
2/5 Arsenal FC 3-0 Fulham FC W 2.05
29/4 Club Atlético de Madrid 1-1 Arsenal FC D 1.62
25/4 Arsenal FC 1-0 Newcastle United FC W 2.12

Burnley Recent Form: Last 5

0 W · 1 D · 4 L
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10/5 Burnley FC 2-2 Aston Villa FC D 0.85
1/5 Leeds United FC 3-1 Burnley FC L 0.92
22/4 Burnley FC 0-1 Manchester City FC L 0.74
19/4 Nottingham Forest FC 4-1 Burnley FC L 0.94
11/4 Burnley FC 0-2 Brighton & Hove Albion FC L 1.05
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Key Factors

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xG Regression: Arsenal has consistently generated over 2.0 xG in recent matches while scoring only 1 goal per game; a high-scoring 'regression to the mean' is statistically imminent against a porous Burnley defense (2.03 goals conceded/game).

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Motivation Gap: Arsenal is chasing their first title since 2004 in their final home game of the season, whereas Burnley is already mathematically relegated, historically leading to a drop in defensive intensity.

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Tactical Mismatch: Arsenal’s elite high-pressing system (PPDA < 10.0) will likely suffocate a managerless Burnley side that has the lowest average possession in the league (41.6%).

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Injuries & Absentees

Arsenal is facing a crisis at right-back with Ben White (MCL) and Jurrien Timber (Groin) both ruled out; Christhian Mosquera is the expected replacement. Riccardo Calafiori is a doubt, potentially necessitating Piero Hincapié to start at left-back. Burnley is missing midfield anchor Josh Cullen and defender Jordan Beyer, significantly weakening their defensive spine.

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Frequently Asked Questions about this prediction

What was the result of Arsenal vs Burnley?

Arsenal beat Burnley 1-0 in the Premier League (matchday 37) on 18 May 2026.

Did Coach AI predict Arsenal vs Burnley correctly?

Coach AI predicted 4-0: the right outcome, but not the exact score. The fans predicted Arsenal win (82%), which was right.

What is the correct score prediction for Arsenal vs Burnley?

Coach AI predicts 4-0 as the correct score for Arsenal vs Burnley. This page also covers the expected line-ups, injuries and xG.

What is the recent form of Arsenal and Burnley?

Arsenal form (last 5): 4W-1D-0L. Burnley form (last 5): 0W-1D-4L.

What are the injury and suspension updates for Arsenal vs Burnley?

Arsenal is facing a crisis at right-back with Ben White (MCL) and Jurrien Timber (Groin) both ruled out; Christhian Mosquera is the expected replacement. Riccardo Calafiori is a doubt, potentially necessitating Piero Hincapié to start at left-back. Burnley is missing midfield anchor Josh Cullen and defender Jordan Beyer, significantly weakening their defensive spine.

How many goals do Arsenal and Burnley score on average?

Arsenal score at home 2.2 goals on average and concede 0.6 (18 matches). Burnley score away 1.1 goals on average and concede 2.5 (18 matches).

What is the head-to-head record between Arsenal and Burnley?

Football Meister has recorded 1 previous meeting between Arsenal and Burnley: Arsenal won 1, Burnley won 0 and 0 ended in a draw. The goal tally is 2-0.

What was the last result between Arsenal and Burnley?

The last meeting was on 1 Nov 2025: Burnley - Arsenal 0-2.

What is the most likely correct score for Arsenal vs Burnley?

According to the score probability matrix, 3-0 is the most likely scoreline (21%), followed by 2-0 (18%) and 4-0 (14%).

What do football fans and other predictors think about Arsenal vs Burnley?

Among Football Meister players, 82% back a home win for Arsenal, 18% a draw, and 0% an away win for Burnley. The most predicted scoreline is 4-0. Fans and Coach AI broadly agree on the likely outcome of this match.

What is the most popular prediction for Arsenal vs Burnley?

The most predicted scoreline for Arsenal vs Burnley is 4-0. Of all Football Meister players, 82% back Arsenal, 18% a draw and 0% Burnley.

What time does Arsenal vs Burnley kick off?

Arsenal vs Burnley kicks off on Monday, 18 May 2026 at 20:00 (Central European Time). The match is part of the Premier League.

Who is the referee for Arsenal vs Burnley?

The referee for Arsenal vs Burnley in the Premier League is Paul Tierney.

What are the key factors for Arsenal vs Burnley?

Coach AI identifies three decisive factors for Arsenal vs Burnley: 1. xG Regression: Arsenal has consistently generated over 2.0 xG in recent matches while scoring only 1 goal per game; a high-scoring 'regression to the mean' is statistically imminent against a porous Burnley defense (2.03 goals conceded/game). 2. Motivation Gap: Arsenal is chasing their first title since 2004 in their final home game of the season, whereas Burnley is already mathematically relegated, historically leading to a drop in defensive intensity. 3. Tactical Mismatch: Arsenal’s elite high-pressing system (PPDA < 10.0) will likely suffocate a managerless Burnley side that has the lowest average possession in the league (41.6%)..

Which scenario does Coach AI see for Arsenal vs Burnley?

Coach AI sees Arsenal as the stronger side in Arsenal vs Burnley. The full analysis with the expected score, xG and injuries is on this page.

How does Coach AI predict this match?

Coach AI analyzes thousands of data points, including xG, recent form, team news, and tactical developments for every match.

How often are these football predictions updated?

Insights are updated daily to incorporate the latest developments, injuries, and market movements.

How accurate are the Coach AI predictions?

Coach AI has analyzed over 1,000 matches. In 50% of cases, the correct outcome (home win, draw, or away win) is predicted accurately. In more than 10% of matches, the exact final score matches the prediction, significantly above the market average.

What is Coach AI's track record?

Coach AI has predicted over 1,000 matches: 50% correct outcome, 10%+ exact final score. The model consistently outperforms standard probability calculations and gives football fans the data they need to make truly informed predictions.

What data does Coach AI use for its predictions?

Coach AI combines Expected Goals (xG), recent team form over the last five matches, head-to-head records, up-to-date injury news, and tactical match-up analysis. The model is updated daily so every prediction reflects the most current information available.

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