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As Burnley FC prepares to host Notts County in the English League Cup on August 8, 2026, recent form indicates a challenging encounter for the home side. Burnley has struggled to find their rhythm, failing to secure a win in their last four matches, raising concerns about their current performance levels. In contrast, Notts County has experienced a slight uplift, winning one of their last four games, suggesting a flicker of form that could serve them well in this knockout competition.
Tactically, Burnley may look to leverage their home advantage, focusing on pressing high and controlling possession—traits typically associated with their playstyle. However, their inability to convert this pressure into goals has been evident in recent outings. Conversely, Notts County might adopt a defensive approach, aiming to absorb the pressure before launching counter-attacks. Their single recent victory could instill confidence, providing them with the belief to challenge a struggling Burnley side.
With bookmakers favoring Burnley at odds of 1.57, the expectation is for a home victory—yet, given their recent form, nothing can be taken for granted. Both teams have something to prove, making this clash potentially unpredictable as they vie for progression in the cup.
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| Burnley 59.4% |
Draw 23.1% |
Notts County 17.5% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 2:1
Outrights of English League Cup Burnley: 0.61%
Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.60 | 4.20 | 5.25 | |
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1.57 | 4.15 | 5.24 | |
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1.55 | 3.95 | 5.4 | |
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1.57 | 4 | 5.54 | |
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1.54 | 3.95 | 5.1 | |
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1.58 | 4.05 | 5.28 | |
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1.6 | 4.2 | 5.6 |
Latest Results
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01.08.26 Walsall FC – Notts County – 0:0 18.07.26 Notts County – Nottingham Forest – 0:2 14.07.26 Randers FC – Notts County – 3:1 11.07.26 Viborg FF – Notts County – 2:0 04.07.26 Alfreton Town – Notts County – 0:5 |
Facts
Standings
Draw
Preliminary
Final
| 1 | York City | Crawley | |
| 2 | Tranmere | Rochdale | 2 : 3 |
English League Cup Outrights
1. Arsenal: 5.44 (12.35%)
2. Manchester City: 6.24 (10.77%)
3. Liverpool: 7.6 (8.84%)
4. Manchester United: 8.28 (8.12%)
5. Chelsea: 9.96 (6.75%)
6. Tottenham: 13.4 (5.02%)
7. Aston Villa: 15 (4.48%)
8. Newcastle: 19 (3.54%)
9. Newcastle Utd: 20.6 (3.26%)
10. Brighton: 27.6 (2.43%)
11. Everton: 32.4 (2.07%)
12. Brentford: 34 (1.98%)
13. Bournemouth: 34 (1.98%)
14. Nottingham: 39.6 (1.7%)
15. Leeds: 39.6 (1.7%)
16. Fulham: 41 (1.64%)
17. Crystal Palace: 41 (1.64%)
18. Sunderland: 62.2 (1.08%)
19. Ipswich: 77.4 (0.87%)
20. Coventry: 77.4 (0.87%)
21. West Ham: 93.4 (0.72%)
22. Wolves: 96.2 (0.7%)
23. Shrewsbury: 100 (0.67%)
24. Rotherham: 100 (0.67%)
25. Stockport County: 100 (0.67%)
26. Wigan: 100 (0.67%)
27. Oxford Utd: 100 (0.67%)
28. Hull City: 100.2 (0.67%)
29. Middlesbrough: 110.2 (0.61%)
30. Norwich: 110.2 (0.61%)
31. Birmingham: 110.2 (0.61%)
32. Burnley: 110.2 (0.61%)
33. Wrexham: 110.2 (0.61%)
34. Southampton: 110.2 (0.61%)
35. Sheffield Utd: 110.2 (0.61%)
36. Bristol City: 120.2 (0.56%)
37. Millwall: 120.2 (0.56%)
38. West Brom: 120.2 (0.56%)
39. Stoke City: 120.2 (0.56%)
40. Swansea: 120.2 (0.56%)
41. Portsmouth: 120.2 (0.56%)
42. QPR: 120.2 (0.56%)
43. Preston: 120.2 (0.56%)
44. Derby: 120.2 (0.56%)
45. Watford: 120.2 (0.56%)
46. Lincoln City: 130.2 (0.52%)
47. Leicester: 130.2 (0.52%)
48. Charlton: 130.2 (0.52%)
49. Blackburn: 130.2 (0.52%)
50. Cardiff: 130.2 (0.52%)
51. Bolton: 130.2 (0.52%)
52. Sheffield Wed: 130.2 (0.52%)
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