Burnley were fantastic when landing the Championship title last season although they now face the prospect of returning to this division. It’s been a big struggle for the Clarets this term when it comes to facing a higher calibre of opposition, with just one win and two draws recorded in thirteen matches at Turf Moor.
Thirty-two goals have been conceded in front of their own fans, with Vincent Kompany’s side failing to achieve any sort of consistency. They are averaging just one goal per home game although they can still mathematically stay in the division. They need to start winning matches quickly, starting with this clash against Bournemouth.
The Cherries are sitting a lot more comfortably in the Premier League and they have actually managed to record more points on the road compared to their games at the Vitality Stadium. They have won four times away and drawn three of their other matches on the road, with the team now able to focus on their matches on the top flight.
Being beaten by Leicester in extra-time in their midweek FA Cup encounter was a setback, although Andoni Iraola did field a weakened team in that clash. It could be that the Cherries continue without Dominic Solanke who is struggling to be fit, with this offering Burnley a chance to resurrect their survival hopes.