Wolves vs Burnley Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | Carabao Cup 2024-25

The Clarets aim to boost their morale with a win over the Wanderers in the second round of the Carabao Cup.

Wolverhampton Wanderers are set to clash with Burnley in the second round of the Carabao Cup 2024-25 at the Molineux Stadium. Wolves enter this fixture on the back of a disheartening 6-2 defeat to Chelsea, while Burnley arrive after narrowly losing to a 10-man Sunderland in their previous encounter. Both teams will be eager to turn their fortunes around in this cup tie, adding an extra layer of intensity to the upcoming match.

Last season, Wolves languished in the lower half of the Premier League table, finishing 14th with just 46 points from 38 matches. Wolverhampton Wanderers are keen to change their fortunes, especially after a poor start in the Carabao Cup and a dismal showing in the Premier League, where they’ve lost both of their opening matches.

In their first fixture at the Emirates Stadium, goals from Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka ensured Arsenal took all three points, leaving Wolves empty-handed. Their second outing was even more troubling, suffering a 6-2 thrashing at the hands of another London side, Chelsea. Wolves will approach this Carabao Cup match with a desperate desire to revive their season, hoping to recapture lost momentum and kickstart a turnaround.

Burnley FC, widely regarded as one of the top contenders for automatic promotion to the Premier League this season, have been under pressure to meet high expectations in the Championship. Currently sitting fifth in the table, Burnley made an impressive start to their campaign with a commanding 4-1 victory over Luton Town, followed by a 5-0 demolition of Cardiff City. However, their momentum was disrupted in a surprising twist when a 10-man Sunderland side handed them their first defeat of the season.

Despite this setback, Burnley are determined not to dwell on the disappointment and instead focus on capitalizing on their next opportunity to bounce back. The upcoming Carabao Cup clash against Wolverhampton Wanderers presents a perfect chance for Burnley to regain their form and confidence, especially against a Wolves side currently struggling. To advance, Burnley will need to rediscover their optimal level of performance and unleash their full potential to overcome a beleaguered Wolves team.

Kick-Off: 

Thursday, 29 August 2024 at 12:00 AM IST

Location: Molineux Stadium, Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

Form: 

Wolves (in all competitions): L-L-L-W-L

Burnley (in all competitions): L-W-W-D-L

Players to watch:

Matt Doherty (Wolves)

Matthew James Doherty, the accomplished Irish professional footballer, began his career with Wolverhampton Wanderers nearly a decade and a half ago, in 2010. Over his decade-long tenure with Wolves, he became a cornerstone of the team, making over 260 appearances and netting 20 goals. During his early years, he honed his skills on loan at Hibernian and Bury, demonstrating his potential and commitment to the game. His performances caught the attention of Tottenham Hotspur, a North London club where he further established himself as a vital asset, scoring three goals in 44 appearances. Following his notable stint at Tottenham, Doherty received an enticing offer from Atlético Madrid.

However, his time in Spain was brief, and in 2023, Wolverhampton Wanderers orchestrated a heartfelt homecoming for one of their own. The return of Matt Doherty to Molineux was a moment filled with nostalgia, as he rejoined the club where his professional journey first took flight. Since re-signing with Wolves in 2023, Doherty has added 31 more appearances and one goal to his name, further solidifying his legacy at the club. On the international stage, he has been a stalwart for the Irish national team, earning over 45 caps. Wearing jersey number 2 for Wolves, Doherty is determined to help the team regain its lost momentum and deliver consistently impressive performances as they strive for success in the current campaign.

Vitinho (Burnley)

Victor Alexander da Silva, widely known as Vitinho, embarked on his football journey with Cercle Brugge, where he amassed 72 appearances and netted two goals. His transition to Burnley in 2022 marked a pivotal point in his career, as he quickly established himself as a crucial player for the team, contributing four goals in just 16 matches. Vitinho’s role is particularly significant for Burnley as they aim to exploit the flanks effectively.

He was an integral part of the Burnley squad that spectacularly clinched the EFL Championship title in the 2022-23 season, doing so with a level of dominance that left no doubt about their superiority. As Burnley gears up for their upcoming Carabao Cup clash against Premier League side Wolverhampton Wanderers, Vitinho will be eager to replicate the exceptional form of the 2022-23 season, with aspirations of leading his team to an upset victory and further glory.

Match facts

• Wolves won a solitary game in their last five matches.
• Burnley won two games in their last five matches.
• Wolves are coming after a big 6-2 defeat to Chelsea.

Wolves vs Burnley: Betting Tips and Odds

• Tip 1 – Wolves to win the match: 7/10 with William Hill
• Tip 2 – Hee-Chan Hwang to score first: 9/2 with bet365
• Tip 3 – Goals over 0.5: 1/80 with Paddy Power

Injury and team news

Apart from the exception of Sasa Kalajdzic, Gary O’Neil will have the luxury of fielding his best combination of players from a fully fit and available side.

Burnley are set to miss the presence of Jordan Beyer in the upcoming match.

Head-to-head record

Total matches – 91

Wolves won – 39

Burnley won – 26

Matches drawn – 26

Predicted lineup

Wolves predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Sa (GK); Doherty, Mosquera, Gomes, Ait-Nouri; Gomes, Lemina; Hwang, Cunha, Bellegarde; Strand Larsen

Burnley predicted lineup (4-4-2)

Trafford (GK); Roberts, Egan-Riley, Esteve, Pires; Vitinho, Massengo, Brownhill, Hountodji; Rodriguez, Foster

Match prediction for Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Burnley FC

Despite Wolves going through times of tribulation, it is essential to understand that this side has the potential to get the better of any team on any given day. We expect Wolves to emerge victorious in the upcoming fixture and revive back their lost momentum.

Prediction: Wolverhampton Wanderers 1-0 Burnley FC

Telecast for Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Burnley FC

India –  Fancode

UK – Sky Sports+

US –  TBD

Nigeria – TBD

Australia – beIN Sports 2

Canada – DAZN Canada

Japan – DAZN Japan

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