Manchester City have won each of their last 13 meetings with Burnley, scoring 46 goals and conceding only two. The Clarets are winless in 23 away games against the Sky Blues, losing each of the last ten, their most-recent victory coming at Maine Road in 1963.
Manchester City vs Burnley preview
Manchester City have endured a mixed start to this season, kicking off down in ninth in the table, so can they start to build some momentum? Last Sunday, Pep Guardiola's side came agonisingly close to a statement victory at Arsenal. Erling Braut Håland broke the deadlock inside nine minutes, after which the Citizens completely parked the bus, Guardiola replacing attacking players for centre-backs, and it almost paid off, only for the Gunners to snatch an equaliser deep into stoppage time.
This means, after five Premier League outings, Man City have just seven points on the board, already eight adrift run-away league-leaders Liverpool. The Sky Blues did book their place in the Carabao Cup fourth round this week, swatting aside Huddersfield 2-0, thanks to goals from Phil Foden and then Savinho at the Kirklees Stadium. This is the start of a key week for Guardiola's team, who travel to Stade Louis II to face Monaco in the Champions League on Wednesday, before visiting Brentford next Sunday. For Man City of old, that would be three wins, but are they slightly more fragile?
Well, whatever state Manchester City have been in during the last decade, Burnley at home has always been a win, so will this clash be any different? Well, Scott Parker's side have been more competitive than most envisaged before a ball had been kicked, holding Nottingham Forest to a 1-1 draw at Turf Moor last weekend, with top-scorer Jaidon Anthony on target once again.
The Clarets have taken both Manchester United and Liverpool to the wire in recent weeks, only beaten because of a stoppage time penalty on both occasions. So, can Burnley upset the odds at the Etihad, or will Manchester City simply cruise to victory, as we all expect?
Manchester City vs Burnley head-to-head record
- Matches Played: 112.
- Manchester City Wins: 57. Draws: 25. Burnley Wins: 30.
Manchester City team news
As promised, Pep Guardiola heavily rotated in the EFL Cup in mid-week, with James Trafford, Rico Lewis, Oscar Bobb and Divine Mukasa among those starting, while brothers Jaden and Reigan Heskey both came off the bench. Yes, they are the sons of Emile!
Meantime, Kalvin Phillips was also introduced as a late substitute, his first appearance for the club in 646 days. Here, Rayan Aït-Nouri, Mateo Kovačić, Rayan Cherki and Omar Marmoush are all sidelined, while Abdukodir Khusanov suffered a knock at Arsenal, making him a doubt.
The latter will likely see Matheus Nunes recalled at right-back but, that aside, Guardiola is expected to largely revert to last Sunday's lineup.
Manchester City predicted lineup vs Burnley: (4-3-3): Donnarumma; Nunes, Rúben Dias Gvardiol, O'Reilly; Rodri, Reijnders, Foden, Silva, Doku; Håland.
Manchester City player to watch vs Burnley
Phil Foden's goal against Huddersfield was his 102nd in Manchester City colours, two of which have come against Burnley, both during a 5-0 drubbing in lockdown, so can he change that fact here?
Burnley team news
Unlike their hosts, Scott Parker's side were dumped out of the EFL Cup on Tuesday, beaten 2-1 by Cardiff, but he did make the full 11 changes, with Premier League survival the clear priority.
Thus, he could revert back to last weekend's lineup, apart from one, with Lesley Ugochukwu able to return to midfield, having served his one-match suspension against Nottingham Forest.
Burnley predicted lineup vs Manchester City: (4-3-3): Dúbravka; Walker, Ekdal, Estève, Laurent, Hartman; Cullen, Ugochukwu, Tchaouna, Anthony; Foster.
Burnley player to watch vs Manchester City
Kyle Walker made 319 appearances for Manchester City, winning 17 major honours at the Etihad, but this will be his first return since departing, set to receive a very warm reception.
Manchester City vs Burnley prediction
We cannot see any other outcome then a resounding Manchester City victory, with a certain Erling Braut Håland likely to help rack up the goals on Saturday: Manchester City 4-0 Burnley.
Manchester City vs Burnley FAQs - Premier League
How to watch Manchester City vs Burnley in the Premier League on TV channel?
Manchester City vs Burnley in the Premier League will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
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How to watch Manchester City vs Burnley in the Premier League on live streaming?
Manchester City vs Burnley in the Premier League will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
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- Canada: fuboTV Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Manchester City vs Burnley in the Premier League?
Manchester City vs Burnley takes place on Saturday 27 September 2025, with kick off at 15:00 (BST), 10:00 (EDT) & 7:00 (PDT).