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Luton Town host Burnley at the Kenilworth Road on Sunday for their opening fixture of the 2024-25 EFL Championship season. The Hatters begin life in the second division after their relegation from the Premier League this year, but will be aiming to make an immediate return to the top flight.
The Bedfordshire outfit made history by qualifying for England's top league for the first time since it was rebranded in 1992. But they struggled to cope with the rigors of the league from the matchday one, when Brighton crushed them 4-1.
It set the tone for the rest of their campaign, as Luton were beaten 23 more times, including a 4-2 home loss to Fulham on the final day, confirming their return to the Championship.
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On the other hand, Burnley also endured similar fortunes in the Premier League, as they could only manage a 19th-place finish following a dreadful campaign. The Clarets won only five games out of 38, the lowest in the top flight after only bottom side Sheffield United (3), and collected a meagre 24 points.
Luton Town vs Burnley Head-To-Head and Key Numbers
- There have been 55 clashes between the sides in history, with Luton winning on just 16 occasions and losing to Burnley 25 times.
- Luton's last win over Burnley came in March 2000, a 2-0 win away from home in the League Division 2.
- Last season in the Premier League, Burnley beat Luton 2-1 away before a 1-1 draw in Luton.
- Burnley are looking to win their fifth consecutive away match against Luton Town, a feat they've only achieved against Manchester United (1914-1921) and Hull City (2010-2015).
- Burnley haven't lost their opening match of any of their last six Championship campaigns; their last such defeat came in the 2008-09 season when the Clarets lost 4-1 to Sheffield Wednesday.
- This is the first time two teams relegated from last season's Premier League clash on the opening day of the Championship season since 2009-10 when West Brom and Newcastle met at the Hawthorns.
Luton Town vs Burnley Prediction
Luton Town have struggled against Burnley in their recent clashes, even at home. The Clarets have had their number lately but we expect this one to end in a draw, as it's only the first game and both will be eager to avoid a loss.
Prediction: Luton Town 1-1 Burnley
Luton Town vs Burnley Betting Tips
Tip 1 - Result: Draw
Tip 2 - Goals over/under 2.5: Under 2.5 goals
Tip 3 - Both teams to score: Yes
