Liam Duckstein
Burnley and Torino meet in a pre-season friendly on August 2, 2026, with both clubs using this fixture to sharpen their squads ahead of their respective domestic campaigns. Nicky Hayen’s Burnley side come into this match without a win in their last five outings, while Ignazio Abate’s Torino have shown more composure in their recent pre-season work. The bookmakers lean slightly toward Torino despite Burnley having home advantage, which reflects the form gap between these two sides heading into the fixture.
Two players worth watching are Burnley’s Hannibal Mejbri, who led the team with four free kicks and two interceptions in his last outing, showing real activity across the pitch in a 4-3-3 system. For Torino, with no detailed player stats available, the team’s overall structure under Abate, who favors a 4-2-3-1 setup, will be the main tactical point of interest.
Hot stat: Burnley have failed to win any of their last five matches, collecting just two draws against RCD Espanyol and Columbus Crew while losing the other three, including a 1-4 defeat to Real Salt Lake. That run of form makes them one of the more inconsistent sides in pre-season action right now.
| 🏆 Tournament: | International Club Friendly 2026, August Phase |
| 🗓️ Date: | 02.08.2026 |
| ⏰ Time: | 16:00 CEST |
Burnley vs Torino Prediction
Torino are the better-ranked side globally and have shown more consistency over the past month, winning one and losing one across two matches, compared to Burnley’s zero wins from five. Given that form, backing Torino to win or the match to end level looks like the better value play here.
Burnley’s last match against RCD Espanyol ended 2-2, and the draw market is worth considering given how both clubs tend to use these fixtures for squad rotation and experimentation. Torino’s recent 0-1 loss to Cittadella does show some attacking fragility, and their 1-0 win over Alcione was narrow. Neither side is firing on all cylinders at this stage of pre-season.
Burnley average around 11 fouls per match in their latest games and rely on set-piece situations quite heavily, with Hannibal Mejbri carrying most of the creative responsibility. Their pass accuracy sits at roughly 86%, which is solid, but they lack the cutting edge to convert pressure into goals consistently. Torino’s 4-2-3-1 structure typically offers more defensive shape, which may keep this match tight and low-scoring.
- We predict Torino to win or draw this match, with the draw being a strong value option given both teams’ form.
- Goals are likely to stay low, with Under 2.5 goals being a sensible pick.
- Both teams to score is possible but not certain, given Burnley’s attacking struggles.
- Corners should be moderate, with Burnley pushing wide in their 4-3-3 shape.
| 🔥Hot Tip: | Torino Win or Draw (Double Chance) |
| ⚽Total Goals: | Under 2.5 |
| 💥Both Teams To Score: | No |
| 🎯Total Corners: | Over 7.5 |
Team Analysis
Burnley have had a difficult pre-season stretch. Across their last five matches, they have not managed a single win, losing three and drawing two. Their most recent result was a 2-2 draw with RCD Espanyol, which followed a 1-2 defeat to Ajax and a heavy 1-4 loss against Real Salt Lake. Before that, they drew 1-1 with Columbus Crew and fell 1-3 to FC Cincinnati. The pattern is clear: Burnley are creating enough to get on the scoresheet, but their defensive structure is letting them down repeatedly. Nicky Hayen’s 4-3-3 system looks functional in possession, but the squad is conceding too easily against varied opposition.
Torino’s recent form tells a more mixed but slightly more encouraging story. Their last match was a 0-1 defeat to Cittadella, which is a modest Italian side, suggesting Abate’s team is still finding its rhythm. The match before that was a 1-0 win over Alcione, and going back further into the summer, they drew 2-2 with Juventus in a competitive local derby setting. They did lose 1-2 to Cagliari and beat Sassuolo 2-1 in earlier fixtures. To be honest, Torino’s results are inconsistent, but the margins are tighter and the squad appears more organized defensively compared to Burnley.
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Pre-game Odds and Win Probability: Burnley the Nominal Favourite
- Moneyline Burnley 2.30 | Torino 2.70
- Draw 3.50
- Over/Under Over 2.5 N/A | Under 2.5 N/A
- BTTS (both teams to score) Yes N/A | No N/A
The odds from Bovada and Bons place Burnley as a slight favorite at 2.30, which is perhaps a reflection of home advantage rather than current form. Torino at 2.70 to 2.80 represents decent value given their stronger recent record and higher global ranking. The draw at 3.50 is also worth considering, as pre-season friendlies between sides of similar quality tend to produce cautious, even results. We lean toward Torino offering the better return here, and the draw market backs that up as a secondary option.
Possible Starting Lineups
Burnley Possible Starting Eleven
- GK: Max Weiß
- DF: Kyle Walker, Bashir Humphreys, Lucas Pires Silva, Connor Roberts
- MF: Hannibal Mejbri, Josh Laurent, Aaron Ramsey
- FW: Marcus Edwards, Jaydon Banel, Jacob Bruun Larsen
Burnley’s most likely setup is a 4-3-3 based on their recent matches. Max Weiß starts in goal, having made five saves in his last appearance. The back four features Kyle Walker and Bashir Humphreys as the more defensively active options, with Humphreys logging the most passes of any outfield player in the last game. In midfield, Hannibal Mejbri is the one to watch, carrying the most creative responsibility with his free kick delivery and interception numbers. Jaydon Banel grabbed the goal in the last outing and should lead the attack, supported by Edwards and Bruun Larsen in wide areas. Joe Worrall and Shurandy Sambo are likely rotation options from the bench.
Ignazio Abate has consistently deployed a 4-2-3-1 formation in recent matches, and the squad will likely reflect the same structure here. Further lineup details will be confirmed closer to kick-off.
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TipsGG Match Prediction
Burnley arrive at this fixture without a win in five pre-season matches and with a defensive record that has let in goals consistently against both strong and modest opposition. Torino are not in stunning form either, but their results have been closer and their structure under Abate looks more controlled. The 4-2-3-1 shape Torino use typically limits space in central areas, which could neutralize Burnley’s midfield-heavy 4-3-3 approach.
We predict Torino to win this match by a narrow margin, perhaps 1-0 or 2-1. The Torino double chance market at odds around 1.55 to 1.60 (implied) is the safest route, and Under 2.5 goals fits the profile of a tight pre-season game between two sides still building fitness and tactical cohesion. Burnley’s Jaydon Banel is the most likely source of a goal if they do score, but the overall attacking output from Hayen’s side has been too limited to trust them as winners here.
