Manchester City vs Burnley: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Ladbrokes' detailed preview for Manchester City vs Burnley in the Premier League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 15:00 BST match.

• Fixture: Manchester City vs Burnley

• Date: Saturday, 27 September 2025

• Kick-off: 15:00 BST

• Venue: Etihad Stadium

Match Prediction: Manchester City 3-1 Burnley

City have been a bit up and down lately, but they've got the firepower to come back strong against Burnley. They've shown they can dominate when they're on form, like in that 4-0 thrashing of Wolves. Burnley, on the other hand, have struggled away from home, losing their last two on the road. They'll need to be at their best to nick anything from this one.

Expect City to control the game, with their attacking players likely to be the difference maker. Burnley might sit deep and look to hit on the counter, but City's quality should shine through. It won't be a walkover, but City should have enough to get the job done.

City's recent form has been a bit of a rollercoaster. They've had some big wins, like that 3-0 over United, but also some disappointing losses, including back-to-back defeats to Brighton and Tottenham. They'll be looking to put things right against Burnley. With players like Doku and Foden in the squad, they've got the talent to get back to winning ways.

• Draw: 1-1 vs Arsenal (A)

• Win: 3-0 vs Manchester United (H)

• Loss: 1-2 vs Brighton & Hove Albion (A)

• Loss: 0-2 vs Tottenham Hotspur (H)

• Win: 4-0 vs Wolverhampton Wanderers (A)

Burnley have been struggling lately, with only one win in their last five league games. They've been particularly poor away from home, losing their last two on the road. They'll need to be at their best to get anything from this game against City. If they can keep it tight at the back and hit on the counter, they might just nick a point.

• Draw: 1-1 vs Nottingham Forest (H)

• Loss: 0-1 vs Liverpool (H)

• Loss: 2-3 vs Manchester United (A)

• Win: 2-0 vs Sunderland (H)

• Loss: 0-3 vs Tottenham Hotspur (A)

City have dominated recent meetings with Burnley, winning the last five encounters. They've scored 12 goals to Burnley's one in those games, including a 3-1 victory in their last encounter. Burnley will need to pull off a major upset to get anything from this match.

• Manchester City 3-1 Burnley (31 Jan 2024)

• Burnley 0-3 Manchester City (11 Aug 2023)

• Burnley 0-2 Manchester City (02 Apr 2022)

• Manchester City 2-0 Burnley (16 Oct 2021)

• Burnley 0-2 Manchester City (03 Feb 2021)

• Rayan Cherki (Thigh) - Out

• Mateo Kovačić (Achilles) - Out

• Rayan Aït-Nouri (Ankle) - Out

• Omar Marmoush (Knee) - Out

• Kalvin Phillips (Achilles) - Doubt

• Abdukodir Khusanov (Knock) - Doubt

• Erling Haaland (Back) - Doubt

• Nico O’Reilly (Knock) - Doubt

• Zeki Amdouni (Cruciate Ligament) - Out

• Jordan Beyer (Knee) - Out

• Connor Roberts (Knee) - Doubt

• Bashir Humphreys (Thigh) - Doubt

• Bruun Larsen (Knock) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Donnarumma, Khusanov (if fit), Dias, Gvardiol, O’Reilly (if fit), Rodri, Foden, Silva, Reijnders, Doku, Haaland (if fit)

With Dias and Rodri in the lineup, City should have a solid foundation to build from. Doku and Foden in attacking positions will be key to breaking down Burnley's defence, especially if Erling Haaland doesn't shake off a back issue.

• Predicted lineup: Dúbravka, Walker, Laurent, Ekdal, Estève, Hartman, Tchaouna, Cullen, Florentino, Anthony, Foster

Burnley will rely on Dúbravka in goal and a strong backline led by Estève to keep City at bay. Foster and Anthony will need to be sharp on the counter-attack.

• Jérémy Doku (Manchester City): His pace and trickery on the wing could be a game-changer for City.

• Lyle Foster (Burnley): His ability to lead the line and hold up play will be vital for Burnley's chances.

• Rodri vs Josh Cullen: Rodri's control in midfield will be crucial for City, while Cullen will need to disrupt him.

• Phil Foden vs Quilindschy Hartman: Foden’s goal threat will test Hartman’s defensive skills to the limit.

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