Preston North End vs Burnley: FA Cup Fifth Round Odds, Lineups & Predictions
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Explore our detailed preview for Preston North End vs Burnley in the FA Cup Fifth Round. Key stats, predictions, and lineups for the 12:15 GMT match.
FA Cup quarter-final place at stake. Can Preston cause an upset, or will Burnley’s form prove too strong?
Betting Insights and Key Predictions
- Over 2.5 Goals: 38.36% probability
- Under 2.5 Goals: 61.64% probability
- Both Teams to Score: 44.38% probability
- Win Probability: Burnley: 42.7%, Preston: 28.72%, Draw: 28.6%
Burnley have kept three consecutive clean sheets against Preston—will that trend continue?
Final Prediction: Burnley 2-0 Preston
- Burnley’s quality in midfield and defensive solidity should see them through.
- Preston will battle hard but lack firepower.
- A controlled, professional performance should see Burnley advance.
Match Preview
Preston hoping for FA Cup magic
It has been an up-and-down Championship campaign for Preston, but in the FA Cup, they have shown resilience—beating Wycombe on penalties before edging past Norwich.
Recent League Struggles:
- Just one win in their last five Championship matches.
- Only four goals scored in that time.
Why Preston Could Surprise:
- FA Cup mentality—teams rise to the occasion.
- Home advantage at Deepdale.
- Physicality and set-piece threats.
Paul Heckingbottom’s men must be clinical to stand a chance against a well-drilled Burnley side.
Burnley Look to Continue Their Unbeaten Streak
Burnley demolished Sheffield Wednesday 4-0 in the last round and have now gone six games unbeaten in all competitions (DWWWDW).
Key Strengths:
- Haven’t conceded in nine straight matches in all competitions.
- Dominant in possession-based football.
- Experience of boss Scott Parker at the highest level of the game.
The last two encounters with Preston ended 0-0, but Burnley’s current form suggests they will have the edge this time.
Team Form Guide
Preston North End - Last 6 Matches: LDDWDL - FA Cup Form: Wins vs Norwich and Wycombe
Burnley - Last 6 Matches: WDWWWD - FA Cup Form: Wins vs Oxford United, Sheffield Wednesday
Predicted Lineups and Team News
Preston North End (3-4-1-2)
Key Absences:
- Josh Seary (Knee injury)
- Duane Holmes (Unknown injury)
- Jack Whatmough (Unknown injury)
Predicted XI:
Woodman; Porteous, Gibson, Hughes; Kesler-Heyden, McCann, Thordarson, Meghoma; Frökjaer-Jensen; Riis, Osmajic
Burnley (4-2-3-1)
Key Absences:
- Josh Laurent (Ankle injury)
- Benson Manuel (Achilles tendon problems)
- Mike Trésor (unknown injury)
- Aaron Ramsey (Knee injury)
Predicted XI:
Trafford; Roberts, Egan-Riley, Esteve, Pires; Cullen, Brownhill; Edwards, Mejbri, Anthony; Flemming
Head-to-Head: Preston vs Burnley (Last 5 Meetings)
- Preston 0-0 Burnley - February 15, 2025 - Championship
- Preston 0-0 Burnley - October 5, 2024 - Championship
- Burnley 3-0 Preston - February 11, 2023 - Championship
- Preston 1-1 Burnley - September 13, 2022 - Championship
- Preston 0-1 Burnley - April 22, 2016 - Championship
- Preston Wins: 0
- Draws: 3
- Burnley Wins: 2
Burnley have not conceded against Preston in three straight encounters.
Tactical Battle
Preston Strategy
- Compact defensive shape to frustrate Burnley.
- Quick transitions on the counter.
- Target set-pieces as a key weapon.
Burnley Strategy
- Dominate possession and stretch Preston’s defence.
- Utilise Edwards’ creativity on the wings.
- Press high and force mistakes in midfield.
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