Swansea vs Burnley Predictions
Championship · England
Swansea
Full Time
3 - 1
AI predicted 2 - 0
Burnley
Win Probability (1X2)
Best Value Pick
Match Result: Swansea Win
Match Result
7.8/10Swansea Outclass Burnley 3-1 in Commanding Home Display
Swansea delivered an impressive all-round performance at the Swansea.com Stadium, dispatching Burnley 3-1 in a match where the hosts' attacking intent and clinical finishing proved decisive. The Swans seized control early, with goals in the 13th and 33rd minutes giving them a comfortable cushion before the break. Burnley showed signs of life after halftime, pulling one back in the 58th minute, but Swansea responded ten minutes later to restore their two-goal advantage and see out the contest. Statistically, Swansea edged possession with 54% and were more efficient in front of goal, converting 7 shots on target from 14 attempts. Burnley, despite registering 18 shots and 6 on target, struggled to break down a disciplined Swansea back line and were ultimately undone by the home side’s superior organization and attacking sharpness. The result underscores Swansea's growing confidence, while Burnley will rue missed opportunities and defensive lapses.
💪 AI Prediction Report
DECENT HITPredicted
2 - 0
Actual
3 - 1
💰 Bet Results0/2 hit
Key Moments
13' — Goal
Swansea open the scoring, setting the tone for the match.
33' — Goal
Swansea double their lead with a well-worked move.
58' — Goal
Burnley pull one back through Z. Amdouni, sparking hopes of a comeback.
68' — Goal
Swansea restore their two-goal cushion, effectively sealing the win.
Various' — Yellow Cards
Physical contest with 3 yellow cards shown (2 Swansea, 1 Burnley).
Swansea
Swansea set the tone from the outset, pressing high and moving the ball with purpose in their 4-2-3-1 setup. The midfield duo of S. Eustáquio and M. Stamenić provided stability, allowing the attacking trio behind A. Idah to flourish. The home side’s early breakthrough in the 13th minute gave them momentum, and a second goal before halftime reflected their dominance in the opening period. Even after conceding in the 58th minute, Swansea showed composure, quickly regaining control and sealing the result with a third goal. Defensively, Swansea were disciplined, conceding just 6 shots on target and matching Burnley physically in midfield. Their ability to respond to Burnley's pressure after the interval highlighted their resilience and tactical flexibility.
Key Players
Strengths
Weaknesses
Burnley
Burnley arrived with attacking intent, fielding a 4-2-3-1 formation and registering more total shots (18) than their hosts. However, despite their efforts, the Clarets struggled to convert possession into clear-cut chances in the first half. Their six corners and 46% possession indicated spells of pressure, but defensive frailties were exposed by Swansea’s incisive play. The visitors improved after the break, pulling a goal back in the 58th minute to threaten a comeback. Yet, Burnley’s momentum was short-lived as they conceded again ten minutes later. While their attacking players tried to force the issue, a lack of composure in both boxes ultimately cost them.
Key Players
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Tactical Analysis
Both sides lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, but Swansea’s fluidity in midfield and willingness to push their full-backs forward gave them an edge in the first half. The home side’s pressing forced Burnley into mistakes, while the double pivot of Eustáquio and Stamenić shielded the defense and launched attacks. Swansea’s attacking midfield trio exploited spaces between Burnley’s lines, leading to two first-half goals. Burnley adjusted after the break, pressing higher and committing more bodies forward, which paid off with a goal. However, their increased risk left them exposed, and Swansea capitalized on the counter for their third. Substitutions from both sides aimed to inject energy, but Swansea’s tactical discipline and control in midfield saw them through.
Turning Point
Swansea’s third goal in the 68th minute, coming just ten minutes after Burnley’s lifeline, snuffed out the visitors’ momentum and secured the victory.
Man of the Match
M. Widell
Commanded midfield, contributed a goal, and drove Swansea’s attacking play throughout.
Swansea vs Burnley: Match Preview
Swansea come into this fixture as the Championship's early pacesetters, unbeaten in their opening four league matches and conceding just once. Their recent form string of 'WWDWL' includes back-to-back wins over Derby and Watford, both with clean sheets, and a dominant shot profile that suggests their results are underpinned by control rather than fortune. Burnley, meanwhile, are languishing near the foot of the table, winless after four, and have conceded ten goals—more than any other side in the division. Their form string of 'DLLDL' reflects a side struggling to find cohesion at both ends of the pitch, with heavy away defeats and a lack of attacking punch on the road.
Tactically, the contrast is stark. Swansea have averaged 60% possession and 14 shots per game over their last five, while Burnley are managing just 40% possession and 11 shots. The Swans' defensive unit has been particularly impressive at home, with two clean sheets in as many league games and only two shots on target conceded to Watford last time out. Burnley, by contrast, have shipped seven goals in two away games and have yet to keep a clean sheet this season. The set-piece data also favours Swansea, who are averaging 5.6 corners per match and have shown discipline with under two cards per game.
Given these trajectories, the model expects Swansea to control proceedings, likely taking the lead in the first half and maintaining defensive solidity. Burnley's recent history of conceding early and failing to recover—having allowed a first-half goal in both away losses—suggests the Swans will find opportunities to press their advantage. Unless Burnley can dramatically tighten up at the back, Swansea's momentum and organisation should see them claim another three points.
How Swansea and Burnley Are Arriving
Form, fitness and who's likely to start.
Swansea vs Burnley Goalscorer Form
Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.
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Burnleylast 5 matchesOccasional threat
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Occasional threat
Swansea are the form team in the Championship, unbeaten in four with three wins and three clean sheets. Their last two matches—a 3-0 away win at Derby and a 2-0 home win over Watford—underline both attacking intent and defensive control. Burnley, in contrast, are winless and have conceded ten goals in four league games, their only points coming from home draws.
Swansea vs Burnley — Last 7 Matches
Strengths
- +Solid recent form — 3+ wins in last 5
- +3 clean sheets in last 5 matches
- +57.14% clean sheet rate this season
- +High-volume attack — 14 shots/game
Strengths
- +Both teams scoring in most recent games
- +Over 2.5 goals in 71.43% of games this season
- +High-volume attack — 14 shots/game
Concerns
- −Inconsistent — 3+ losses in last 5
- −Leaky defence — 2.2 conceded/game
- −No clean sheets in last 5 matches
Swansea vs Burnley Prediction Confidence at a Glance
How strongly the model leans on each market.
Stats Worth Knowing
The numbers behind Swansea vs Burnley that most previews miss.
- 1Swansea have kept three clean sheets in their last five, conceding just twice in that span.
- 2Burnley have conceded at least three goals in both of their away league matches this season.
- 3Only one of Swansea's last five matches has seen both teams score, underlining their defensive control.
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Over 2.5 Goals
51%
BTTS: Yes
50%
Likely Scores
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The Case For This Swansea vs Burnley Prediction
Swansea arrive in top form, riding a two-match winning streak and sitting atop the Championship with 10 points from four games. Their defensive record is the league's best, with just one goal conceded and three clean sheets in their last five. Burnley, by contrast, are struggling for momentum, winless in the league and leaking goals at a rate of 2.5 per game. The gulf in recent form and confidence is stark, with Swansea looking to capitalise on their strong start against a vulnerable visitor.
Key Factors at a Glance
Defence
- →Swansea have conceded just one goal in four league matches (0.25 per game).
- →Burnley have lost both away games, conceding seven goals and scoring only twice.
- →Swansea's last five matches include three clean sheets and a current two-match winning streak.
Where the Model Sees Value: Swansea vs Burnley(3)
Selections where the model's probability beats the bookmaker's implied probability. Expected value is computed from real consensus odds, not opinion.
Match Result: Swansea Win
Swansea have taken 10 points from their opening four matches and have conceded just once in the league, while Burnley are winless and have shipped 10 goals in four outings. The Swans' current momentum and defensive solidity give them a clear edge.
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BTTS: No
Swansea have kept three clean sheets in their last five, and Burnley have failed to score in one of their last five but average just 1.0 goals per game in that span. The Swans' defensive structure, especially at home, should limit Burnley's chances.
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Over/Under 2.5: Under 2.5
While Burnley have been leaky, Swansea's matches have averaged just 1.75 total goals per game in the league, and they've only conceded once. With the Swans likely to control the game, a lower-scoring contest is plausible.
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🚩 Swansea vs Burnley Corners Prediction
low confidenceOur corners model projects roughly 4.7 corners for Swansea and 5 for Burnley, for an expected total of 9.7. That makes the model lean Under 9.5 corners (50%). Over 8.5: 63% · Over 10.5: 38%.
What History Says: Swansea vs Burnley
The head-to-head record is perfectly balanced over the last ten, with five wins apiece and no draws. Burnley have won their last three visits to Swansea, but the Swans' current defensive form is a marked departure from those past encounters. Recent meetings have tended to favour the away side, but the underlying team trajectories have shifted.
Swansea vs Burnley Head-to-Head History
Last 10 meetings between these sides
5
Swansea wins
0
Draws
5
Burnley wins
Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: Swansea vs Burnley
No bookmaker odds are available at the time of writing, so value edges cannot be calculated. However, the model's strong confidence in Swansea and in 'BTTS: No' suggests those would be the markets to watch for potential value if odds become available.
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Things to Watch: Swansea vs Burnley
- ⚠️Burnley have scored in four of their last five, so a consolation goal is possible if Swansea's defence dips.
- ⚠️The head-to-head record is surprisingly even, with Burnley winning five of the last ten meetings, including the last three in Swansea.
- ⚠️No bookmaker odds available at time of analysis, so value edges cannot be quantified.
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Final Verdict
Swansea 2–0 BurnleySwansea's defensive momentum is the single strongest data point here: three clean sheets in five and just one goal conceded in the league. The predicted 2-0 scoreline reflects their current control and Burnley's away frailty. The main risk is Burnley's tendency to find a consolation goal late on, but the Swans' organisation and home form should be enough to see them through.
Swansea vs Burnley: Common Questions
Who will win Swansea vs Burnley?
Swansea are strong favourites, with a 57% probability of victory based on their unbeaten start and defensive record. Burnley have just a 15% chance, reflecting their winless run and defensive struggles.
Will both teams score in Swansea vs Burnley?
The model rates 'No' at 66%, as Swansea have kept three clean sheets in their last five and Burnley have failed to score in one of their last five. The Swans' defensive organisation at home is a key factor.
Can Swansea's winning run continue?
With a current two-match winning streak and only one goal conceded in four league games, Swansea's momentum is real. Their 85% chance of avoiding defeat (win or draw) reflects both form and Burnley's struggles.
How This Prediction Was Made
The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Swansea vs Burnley: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.
This fixture was routed to The Form Guide, the momentum specialist — weights the last five matches above everything. An AI model running that profile analyses the pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.
Last updated: 5 September 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.