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Liverpool vs Burnley: Premier League Prediction 17 January 2026

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schedule 17 Jan, 15:00 · Referee: Andy Madley (England)
Predicted Score

Last update of insights: 19 Oct 2026

Final result
1 – 1
CoachAI prediction
2 – 0
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Coach AI predicts a score of 2-0 for Liverpool vs Burnley in the Premier League. Liverpool comes out as the stronger side in the analysis. See the full analysis, injuries and score matrix below.

Match report: Liverpool vs Burnley

Liverpool and Burnley drew 1-1 in the Premier League (matchday 22) on 17 January 2026.

Coach AI looks back

Coach AI predicted 2-0: the outcome was not right.

Result1-1
Coach AI2-0not right
FansLiverpool win (100%)not right
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Pre-match preview: Liverpool vs Burnley

This Matchday 22 fixture sees 4th-placed Liverpool (35 points) hosting 19th-placed Burnley (12 points). Liverpool are unbeaten in 11 games across all competitions but have struggled to convert dominance into wins recently, drawing their last three league matches. Burnley are desperate for points to escape the relegation zone, trailing safety by eight points, but they arrive at Anfield without a league win since October 2025.

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Scenarios before the match

Three most likely match scenarios

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Scenario Explanation

Despite Liverpool's recent scoring plateau and the absence of Salah, the disparity in quality and Burnley's defensive injury crisis make a home win highly probable. Liverpool’s defense, anchored by Virgil van Dijk and a returning Alisson, remains robust, having kept a clean sheet against Arsenal last week. While Burnley's low block may frustrate the Reds for periods, the creative presence of Florian Wirtz and the clinical return of Hugo Ekitiké should be enough to secure a comfortable, control-oriented victory at Anfield.

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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

Liverpool D Burnley
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100% 0% 0%

Most predicted scorelines

2-0 45%
3-0 18%
3-1 18%
2-1 9%
1-0 9%

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Head to head

Liverpool and Burnley in Football Meister data

1Liverpool wins
0draws
0Burnley wins

Goals: 1 for Liverpool, 0 for Burnley.

Previous meetings

  • 14 Sept 2025Burnley0Liverpool1

Goals per match

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

Liverpool at home

1.5

scored

1.0

conceded

10 matches

0
4 of 21 (19%)
1
6 of 21 (29%)
2
8 of 21 (38%)
3+
3 of 21 (14%)

Usually 2. Scores in 81% of matches.

Burnley away

1.2

scored

2.6

conceded

10 matches

0
7 of 21 (33%)
1
7 of 21 (33%)
2
6 of 21 (29%)
3+
1 of 21 (5%)

Usually 0 or 1. Scores in 67% of matches.

Coach AI pre-match analysis

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Coach AI Scenarios

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Projected xG by CoachAI

2.15

Home xG

0.85

Away xG

Upset risk

Low

Risk of unexpected result

Liverpool Recent Form: Last 5

Burnley Recent Form: Last 5

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Key Factors

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Mohamed Salah's absence due to AFCON third-place playoff participation.

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Liverpool's recent 'draw-heavy' form in the league (3 consecutive PL draws) against low-block teams.

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Burnley's 12-match winless run in the Premier League and poor away record (1 point from last 5 away).

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Burnley's extensive injury list, including top scorer Zian Flemming and key midfielder Josh Cullen.

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The return of Liverpool's Hugo Ekitiké and Florian Wirtz to provide creative spark at Anfield.

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Injuries & Absentees

Liverpool are missing Mohamed Salah (AFCON), Conor Bradley (knee), Alexander Isak (leg), Giovanni Leoni (knee), and Wataru Endo (ankle). Burnley are without Zian Flemming, Zeki Amdouni, Josh Cullen, Jordan Beyer, and Connor Roberts, while Lyle Foster is a doubt due to illness.

The analyses and predictions on this page are generated by artificial intelligence and are intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. This is not gambling advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions about this prediction

What was the result of Liverpool vs Burnley?

Liverpool and Burnley drew 1-1 in the Premier League (matchday 22) on 17 January 2026.

Did Coach AI predict Liverpool vs Burnley correctly?

Coach AI predicted 2-0: the outcome was not right. The fans predicted Liverpool win (100%), which was not right.

What is the correct score prediction for Liverpool vs Burnley?

Coach AI predicts 2-0 as the correct score for Liverpool vs Burnley. This page also covers the expected line-ups, injuries and xG.

What is the recent form of Liverpool and Burnley?

Liverpool form (last 5): no data. Burnley form (last 5): no data.

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

Liverpool are missing Mohamed Salah (AFCON), Conor Bradley (knee), Alexander Isak (leg), Giovanni Leoni (knee), and Wataru Endo (ankle). Burnley are without Zian Flemming, Zeki Amdouni, Josh Cullen, Jordan Beyer, and Connor Roberts, while Lyle Foster is a doubt due to illness.

How many goals do Liverpool and Burnley score on average?

Liverpool score at home 1.5 goals on average and concede 1.0 (10 matches). Burnley score away 1.2 goals on average and concede 2.6 (10 matches).

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

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

What was the last result between Liverpool and Burnley?

The last meeting was on 14 Sept 2025: Burnley - Liverpool 0-1.

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

Among Football Meister players, 100% back a home win for Liverpool, 0% a draw, and 0% an away win for Burnley. The most predicted scoreline is 2-0. Fans are more bullish than Coach AI on Liverpool: fans pick 100% home win, Coach AI calculates 78%.

What is the most popular prediction for Liverpool vs Burnley?

The most predicted scoreline for Liverpool vs Burnley is 2-0. Of all Football Meister players, 100% back Liverpool, 0% a draw and 0% Burnley.

What time does Liverpool vs Burnley kick off?

Liverpool vs Burnley kicks off on Saturday, 17 January 2026 at 15:00 (Central European Time). The match is part of the Premier League.

Who is the referee for Liverpool vs Burnley?

The referee for Liverpool vs Burnley in the Premier League is Andy Madley.

What are the key factors for Liverpool vs Burnley?

Coach AI identifies three decisive factors for Liverpool vs Burnley: 1. Mohamed Salah's absence due to AFCON third-place playoff participation. 2. Liverpool's recent 'draw-heavy' form in the league (3 consecutive PL draws) against low-block teams. 3. Burnley's 12-match winless run in the Premier League and poor away record (1 point from last 5 away). 4. Burnley's extensive injury list, including top scorer Zian Flemming and key midfielder Josh Cullen. 5. The return of Liverpool's Hugo Ekitiké and Florian Wirtz to provide creative spark at Anfield..

Which scenario does Coach AI see for Liverpool vs Burnley?

Coach AI sees Liverpool as the stronger side in Liverpool 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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