Our Burnley U21 vs Reading U21 Prediction: 1-1
Burnley U21 vs Reading U21 in the England Premier League 2 is scheduled for an 19:00 GMT kick-off on Friday January 30, 2026. We anticipate a balanced game ending in a 1-1 draw, and given both teams’ scoring form, BTTS looks like a safe bet.
This Burnley U21 vs Reading U21 prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Burnley U21's Last Match – Arsenal U21 vs Burnley U21
Burnley U21 must win as they aim to bounce back from a disappointing 0-1 England Premier League 2 defeat against Arsenal U21 on January 23. In that match, Burnley U21 recorded 35% possession, firing 1 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Arsenal U21 | 65% | 0 (6) | - | 51 |
 Burnley U21 | 35% | 0 (1) | - | 28 |
Reading U21's Last Match – Nottm Forest U21 vs Reading U21
Reading U21 will aim to maintain their momentum following a 1-0 England Premier League 2 triumph against Nottm Forest U21 on January 26.
Burnley U21 vs Reading U21 Stats
Key Stats
| Burnley U21 | Reading U21 | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.3 | Attacking Strength | 0.67 |
| 0.96 | Defence Strength | 1.48 |
| 1 | Points Per Game | 1.3 |
| 3/10 | WIN | 4/10 |
| 1/10 | DRAW | 1/10 |
| 1/10 | Clean Sheets | 4/10 |
| 7/10 | BTTS | 4/10 |
| 7/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 5/10 |
| 1.4 | Average Scored | 1.2 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Burnley U21 are averaging 1.4 goals scored and 2.2 conceded per match, while Reading U21 average 1.3 scored and 1.6 conceded per game.