Burnley vs Millwall Prediction – Championship
Check out the best guesses for Burnley vs Millwall. Here you will find the best prediction for Burnley vs Millwall in the Championship, along with match analysis and betting tips. Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including their recent records and key statistics from their last matches to provide the best prediction for this encounter between Burnley vs Millwall.
Burnley 03 May 2025 – 11
:30 Championship 2024/2025 NORMAL EXPENSE – ROUND 46 MillwallBetting tip and prediction for this match between Burnley vs Millwall: The most likely prediction for this challenge will be the occurrence of several goals. Although a relatively balanced contest is expected, both Burnley and Millwall are sides that favour attacking football, sometimes at the expense of stronger defensive solidity. Furthermore, both clubs approach this match with the necessity to secure all three points: Burnley continues to chase the Championship title, while Millwall is striving to earn a place in the promotion play-off.
The best prediction for Burnley vs Millwall in the Championship is over 2.25 goals. This is supported by the attacking prowess both teams have displayed, with Burnley scoring regularly in their recent matches, and Millwall needing to find the net to ensure their place in the playoffs. Both teams have a history of high-scoring encounters, and given their current form, it is reasonable to expect a lively match.
Match preview: Burnley vs Millwall
Burnley and Millwall will clash at Turf Moor in a match of the 46th round of the Championship. In their last encounter in this competition on 03‑11-2024, Millwall emerged victorious at home with a scoreline of 1‑0. The recent direct confrontations between these two sides show a total balance, with one draw and one victory for each team in the last three matches.
Team analysis: Burnley
The home team currently sits at the top of the table, having amassed 97 points from 27 wins, 16 draws, and just 2 losses. In their penultimate match, they triumphed at home against Sheffield United (2‑1), and in their most recent match, they secured a commanding away victory over Queens Park Rangers (0‑5). Burnley has not lost at home in 22 matches during this competition, and they frequently see a score of 0‑0 at half-time, with 8 of their 22 home games ending in this manner. Their attack has scored in 9 of the last 10 matches in the league. However, home games tend to be low-scoring, with 15 of their last 22 matches finishing with fewer than 2.5 goals. In the 45 games played, they conceded the first goal 9 times but managed to come back to win on 4 occasions. Burnley arrives at this match motivated by their recent victory at QPR, with goals from Zian Flemming (2), Jeremy Sarmiento (2), and Josh Cullen. Having already secured promotion to the Premier League, Scott Parker’s side remains determined to clinch the Championship title. At home, the Clarets will likely stick to their usual 4-3-3 formation, focusing on patient build-up and continual movement in the attacking third. Key players include Marcus Edwards, Zian Flemming, and Jaidon Anthony, with Hannibal Mejbri orchestrating the offensive play. The coach will be without Josh Laurent, Benson Manuel, Mike Trésor, and Bashir Humphreys, all sidelined due to injuries.
Team analysis: Millwall
Millwall currently occupies the 7th position in the league, having earned 66 points from 18 wins, 12 draws, and 15 losses. In their last match, they secured a narrow 1‑0 win against Swansea City at home, following a previous 3‑1 home victory over Norwich City. In the Championship, Millwall has accumulated 16 points from a possible 30, boasting 5 wins, 1 draw, and 4 losses in their last 10 away games. Their attack has been consistently effective, scoring in 8 of their last 10 matches in the league. However, matches have tended to be low-scoring, with 16 of their last 22 fixtures concluding with fewer than 2.5 goals. Of the 45 games played, they only managed to turn around the score in 1 of the 19 matches where they conceded first. Millwall enters this match following a significant 1-0 victory against Swansea, with the only goal scored by George Saville. Alex Neil’s team views this match as crucial, as only a win will secure their place in the Premier League play-offs. Consistently employing a 4-3-3 formation, the visiting side relies on a direct and incisive playing style, highlighted by rapid offensive transitions. In attack, female Azeez, Luke Cundle, and Josh Coburn play pivotal roles, while defender Tristan Crama is a key asset on the right flank due to his ability to create chances. Danny McNamara will miss this match due to fitness issues.
The best prediction for Burnley vs Millwall in the Championship is over 2.25 goals.