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West Brom vs Burnley match
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The gist
West Brom host Burnley at The Hawthorns on Sunday, both unbeaten after opening draws and wins. The Championship clash pits West Brom's home form against Burnley's long unbeaten league run.
Background
West Bromwich Albion and Burnley meet in the second round of the 2026/27 Championship season. West Brom started with a 2-1 win at Norwich, while Burnley came from behind to draw 2-2 with West Ham. Both sides are looking to build on positive starts, with West Brom aiming for consecutive opening wins and Burnley seeking their first league victory.
How it unfolded
- Aug 20, 2026BBC Sport publishes key stats ahead of the match, highlighting West Brom's winless run against Burnley in recent league meetings.
- Aug 22, 2026Burnley's official preview notes the first away game of the season, while West Brom release fan information for the matchday.
- Aug 23, 2026Matchday: West Brom host Burnley at The Hawthorns, kick-off 12:00 UK time, broadcast on Sky Sports Football.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- West Brom's strong home form and Burnley's resilience suggest a tight, low-scoring contest, with West Brom slight favourites.
- Bears
- Burnley's 21-game winless streak in the league raises doubts about their ability to secure a first win, despite their unbeaten run.
Still unverified
The controversy over Heggebø's goal in West Brom's opener is mentioned but not fully confirmed as a handball.