Turf Moor will play host to this round 12 match of the Premier League season, where Burnley take on West Ham United with the sides separated by just one point. Burnley start this round 14th with 12 points, while West Ham are just one place above with one point more.
After a decent start to their season, Burnley have lost their way. Three losses in a row meant the ‘Clarets’ have slipped down the table. However, two of those losses were to the top-four sides in Chelsea and Leicester – so all is not lost for Burnley. In fact, their home form gives hopes for the fans that a turnaround is just around the corner. Burnley have won only three Premier League matches all season long and all three have come at home. Additionally, all three clean sheets that Burnley have kept in the Premier League this season have come at home.
For West Ham, it is a case of missed chances as they let their good start slip by. After starting the season with just one loss in their first seven matches, West Ham have lost three in their last four matches. Just one point and that too at home to Sheffield United meant the ‘Hammers’ have consistently moved down the table. West Ham’s away form has been a bit strange, with the side winning one, losing one and drawing the remaining three. However, they were able to keep just one clean sheet in those five trips. The pressure is on the visitors, as they haven’t won since Matchweek six.
This is a match between two out-of-form sides as West Ham United and Burnley grapples with loss of confidence. Burnley have lost their last three matches, but have a superior home record to be confident for this match. West Ham have lost sight of a win since Matchweek number six. However, they have won only once away from home this season and could once again struggle for a positive result at Turf Moor.