The reigning Premier League champions, Liverpool, travel to Turf Moor to face newly-promoted Burnley in what promises to be a fascinating encounter between contrasting styles and ambitions. Burnley vs Liverpool will be played on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at Turf Moor, Burnley, England.
The Reds sit perfectly atop the Premier League table with maximum points from their opening three fixtures, having secured impressive victories over Bournemouth (4-2), Newcastle (3-2), and Arsenal (1-0).
Burnley, making their immediate return to the top flight after securing automatic promotion from the Championship, find themselves in 14th position with 3 points from 3 matches.
Burnley vs Liverpool Soccer Match, team news, H2H, lineups, and prediction
The Clarets have endured a challenging start, suffering defeats to Tottenham (1-0) and Manchester United (2-3), with their sole victory coming against fellow promoted side Sunderland (1-0) at home.
- Date: Sunday, September 14, 2025
- Time: 14:00 BST (13:00 UTC)
- Venue: Turf Moor, Burnley, England
- Competition: Premier League 2025-26 (Matchweek 4)
Alexander Isak’s Anticipated Debut
The match’s primary storyline centers around Alexander Isak’s potential Liverpool debut following his British record £125 million transfer from Newcastle United on deadline day. Manager Arne Slot has confirmed the Swedish striker is in contention but warned fans to temper expectations regarding his immediate impact.
Don’t expect Alex to be on for 90 minutes in every game over the next few weeks,” Slot cautioned. “He missed a proper preseason, three or four months of team sessions, so we have to build him up gradually. With us playing so many games, hardly any training time, that’ll be a challenge.
The 25-year-old striker played just 18 minutes across two matches for Sweden during the recent international break, with national team coach Jon Dahl Tomasson managing his minutes carefully following his extended standoff with Newcastle.
Burnley vs Liverpool Head-to-Head Dominance
The historical record heavily favors Liverpool, who have dominated recent encounters between these sides. In their last 18 Premier League meetings, Liverpool have secured 14 victories compared to Burnley’s 2 wins and 2 draws. The goal difference tells an even starker story, with Liverpool outscoring Burnley 38-11 across these fixtures.
Liverpool’s dominance at Turf Moor has been particularly pronounced, winning 8 of their last 9 visits to Burnley, including the last 6 consecutive matches. The Reds’ most recent triumph came in February 2024 with a commanding 3-1 victory at Anfield.
| Matches Played (PL Era) | Burnley Wins | Liverpool Wins | Draws | Burnley Goals | Liverpool Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | 2 | 14 | 2 | 11 | 38 |
Tactical Analysis & Key Battles
Burnley’s Defensive Fortress
Under Scott Parker, Burnley built their Championship success on defensive solidity, conceding just 16 goals in 46 Championship matches last season. However, the step up to Premier League level has exposed some vulnerabilities – they’ve already conceded 6 goals in just 3 matches, with their xGA (expected goals against) of 6.72 being the highest in the division.
The Clarets’ defensive record at home remains impressive, with the club unbeaten in 25 home league matches across all competitions. Their challenge will be translating this home fortress mentality against Liverpool’s free-flowing attack.
Liverpool’s Attacking Evolution
Liverpool’s attack has been devastating in the early season, scoring 8 goals in 3 matches and extending their goalscoring streak to 37 consecutive Premier League games. The integration of Isak could provide an additional dimension to an already potent front line that has thrived under Slot’s tactical adjustments.
Ryan Gravenberch has emerged as a key figure in Liverpool’s midfield, while Dominik Szoboszlai’s recent free-kick winner against Arsenal demonstrated the squad’s depth of match-winners.
Burnley vs Liverpool Team News & Lineups
Burnley Injury Concerns
Scott Parker faces several key absences:
- Zeki Amdouni (injury)
- Bashir Humphreys (injury)
- Jordan Beyer (long-term injury)
- Connor Roberts (injury)
Liverpool Squad Boost
Arne Slot welcomes back several players:
- Jeremie Frimpong returns after missing two matches
- Ibrahima Konaté declared fit after injury concerns
- Salah is one of the Best Soccer players in the Premier League
- Alexander Isak is available for his debut, though his fitness is limited
Burnley vs Liverpool Predicted Lineups
Burnley Prediction XI (4-2-3-1):
- Muric; Assignon, Estève, Ekdal, Sarmiento; Cullen, Brownhill; Gudmundsson, Mejbri, Anthony; Foster
Liverpool Prediction XI (4-3-3):
- Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konaté, Van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Szoboszlai; Salah, Isak, Díaz
Burnley vs Liverpool Match Prediction
Despite Burnley’s impressive home record and their defensive organization under Parker, Liverpool’s superior quality and perfect start to the season make them overwhelming favorites. The potential introduction of Isak, even in a limited capacity, adds another weapon to an already formidable attack.
Several factors point toward a Liverpool victory:
- Perfect away record at Turf Moor (8 wins in last 9 visits)
- Burnley’s defensive struggles in the Premier League (6 goals conceded in 3 games)
- Liverpool’s goalscoring form (37 consecutive games with goals)
- Historical dominance in this fixture
- Predicted Result: Burnley 0-3 Liverpool
Liverpool should secure a comfortable victory, with their attacking quality proving too much for Burnley’s defense. Isak may make a cameo appearance as Slot manages his integration carefully.
How to Watch Burnley vs Liverpool
This fixture promises to showcase the gulf in quality between the Premier League’s elite and newly-promoted sides, while potentially marking the beginning of Isak’s Liverpool career at the iconic Turf Moor.
- United Kingdom: Sky Sports Premier League
- United States: USA Network / Peacock Premium
- International: Premier League TV partners
Kick-off Time by Region:
- United Kingdom: 14:00 BST
- United States: 09:00 EDT
- Central Europe: 15:00 CEST
- India: 18:30 IST