Burnley vs Newcastle United: Great Escape and Top-Six Hopes Collide

Top-flight survival and European qualification could be on the line at Turf Moor

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Premier League safety and top-six aspirations will go head-to-head on Saturday when Burnley welcome Newcastle United to Turf Moor. The Clarets find themselves embroiled in a relegation battle, sitting three points above the drop zone with just four games remaining.

Newcastle, on the other hand, are chasing a Champions League spot. They are currently sixth in the table, four points behind fourth-placed Tottenham Hotspur. A win for either side could have a significant impact on their respective goals.

Burnley will be hoping to bounce back from a 2-0 defeat at home to Everton last time out. That result leaves them in 17th place, just one point above the relegation zone. Sean Dyche's side have won just twice in their last 10 Premier League games, and they will need to improve that form if they are to avoid the drop.

Newcastle, meanwhile, will be looking to build on their 3-0 win over Norwich City last time out. That result leaves them in sixth place, just four points behind fourth-placed Tottenham Hotspur. Eddie Howe's side have won their last three Premier League games and they will be confident of getting a result at Turf Moor.

The match is set to be a close and competitive affair. Both sides have plenty of quality, and it could go either way. The stakes are high for both teams, and the result could have a significant impact on their respective seasons.

Follow live text commentary score updates and match stats from Burnley vs Newcastle United in the Premier League on Saturday May 1 2024 at 10am.