Statistical Preview: Burnley vs. Derby County Matchup

In the upcoming match between Burnley and Derby County, Burnley aims to sustain their promotion bid as they host Derby County at Turf Moor on Tuesday evening. The Clarets have maintained an unbeaten record over their last six matches, securing four wins and two draws. Furthermore, they remain undefeated in nine home fixtures this season, with five wins and four draws, following their most recent 1-1 home draw against Middlesbrough. Conversely, The Rams have experienced three consecutive defeats, including a recent 2-0 loss when playing away at Leeds. Their form shows only one victory in their last 10 encounters, alongside five draws and four losses. Burnley holds an unbeaten record in their last 12 league fixtures against Derby County, comprising nine wins and three draws. This streak dates back to a 1-0 loss in January 2007. Derby County has been unable to secure a victory in any of their last eight away league games when facing Burnley, recording three draws and five losses. In six of these matches, they conceded two or more goals. Furthermore, The Rams have not managed to score in five of their last seven appearances at Turf Moor. The Clarets have remained undefeated in their last 13 league encounters against teams recently promoted, achieving nine wins and four draws. Their last defeat to such an opponent was a 2-0 loss to Norwich in the Premier League in April 2022. When playing at home, Burnley’s most recent league defeat against a promoted club occurred in May 2021, a 0-4 result against Leeds. Derby County has secured only one victory in their last seven midweek fixtures (played on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday) within the Championship, alongside one draw and five losses. Notably, this sole win was achieved in their most recent midweek away match, defeating Coventry in November. Scott Parker, Burnley’s manager, has recorded only one defeat in his four prior Championship encounters against Derby County, achieving two wins and one draw. He has won both of his home matches against them as a manager: a 3-0 victory with Fulham during the 2019-20 season and a 2-0 win with Bournemouth in 2021-22. Sandi Toksvig will be accompanied by Gyles Brandreth, Lulu, Emmanuel Sonubi, and Alan Davies. Opportunities are available to perform songs by artists including Queen, Taylor Swift, Bon Jovi, and Katy Perry. Ben Fogle and Kate Humble have returned to participate in the festivities at Longleat Safari Park. Discussions cover subjects ranging from microplastics found in our air, soil, and waterways, to the scope of food waste observed during this period of the year. This content is copyrighted by BBC in 2024. The BBC does not assume responsibility for material found on external websites. Further details regarding their policy on external linking are available.