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Peterborough vs Burton Albion Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 17-10-2026
Oct 1711:30
Match Prediction
Expected score: Peterborough 2-1 Burton Albion
PeterboroughDrawBurton Albion
Over 2.5 goalsYes (59%)
Both teams to scoreYes (60%)
Peterborough United is all set to host Burton Albion in this League One clash on October 17, 2026, at the Weston Homes Stadium. With both teams displaying inconsistent performances early into the season, this match could prove crucial for both their aspirations in the league.
Team form
Peterborough
Peterborough currently sits in 20th place, having struggled with form, accumulating only 8 points from their first 9 matches, with a record of 2 wins, 2 draws, and 5 losses. In their last five games, they’ve managed to score an average of just 0.8 goals per match while conceding 1.6, suggesting defensive weaknesses alongside scoring troubles. Their most recent match ended in a 1-1 draw against Milton Keynes Dons, but they must find a way to convert more opportunities to help climb up the standings.
Burton Albion
Burton Albion holds 10th place with 12 points from 10 games, registering 3 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses. They’ve averaged 1.8 goals scored per match and conceded the same amount, indicating a rather balanced performance offensively and defensively but often leaving them susceptible to defeats. Their last five outings have been mixed as well, with a disappointing 0-3 loss against Oxford United recently ruining an otherwise promising spell of play, including a strong 4-1 win over AFC Wimbledon.
Head-to-head
In terms of recent head-to-head encounters between these two sides, Burton Albion has shown a slight edge, winning 2 of the last 5 meetings. Their most recent clash saw Burton emerge victorious with a 2-1 win at home. Peterborough did manage to secure a 2-1 victory in one of those matches, highlighting their capability of competing against Burton when on form.
Key factors
A critical factor for Peterborough will be their ability to tighten up defensively, as their average of 1.56 goals conceded per match reflects significant room for improvement. On the flip side, Burton's success seems contingent on enhancing their attacking consistency and managing to ghost past a shaky defence. The midfields will collide intensely, with Peterborough look to dominate possession, as seen in their high possession statistic of 65% in a recent match. For Burton to succeed, they'll likely adopt a more resolute, counter-attacking style trying to exploit any defensive setups by the home side.
Prediction
Based on the trends exhibited by both teams, there’s groundwork for a closely-fought match. Peterborough being a slight home favourite indicates confidence in their ability to leverage home advantage. Both teams are showing tendencies of slipping in and out of form, and this unpredictability suggests the potential for multiple goals.
Considering the recent performances and historical trends, Peterborough could edge this match with a narrow win as they seek to validate their home advantage and recover from rocky recent performances.
Match info
Tournaments:
League One(Regular Season - 11)
Referee:
No information
Stadium
Weston Homes Stadium, Peterborough
Statistics
Odds Comparison
Recent Form
Peterborough
W
W
L
W
Burton Albion
L
D
L
W
D
Injuries & Suspensions
Lineups
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Plymouth | 10 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 19 |
| 2 |  Bradford | 9 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 17 |
| 3 |  Stockport County | 9 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 16 |
| 4 |  Huddersfield | 9 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 16 |
| 5 |  Cambridge United | 9 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 16 |
| 6 |  Reading | 9 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 15 |
| 7 |  Sheffield Wednesday | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 15 |
| 8 |  Oxford United | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 14 |
| 9 |  Stevenage | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 12 |
| 10 |  Burton Albion | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 12 |
| 11 |  AFC Wimbledon | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 12 |
| 12 |  Leyton Orient | 9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 11 |
| 13 |  Luton | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 11 |
| 14 |  Mansfield Town | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 11 |
| 15 |  Wycombe | 9 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 10 |
| 16 |  Doncaster | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 9 |
| 17 |  Leicester | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 9 |
| 18 |  Blackpool | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 8 |
| 19 |  Barnsley | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 8 |
| 20 |  Peterborough | 9 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 8 |
| 21 |  Bromley | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 8 |
| 22 |  Notts County | 8 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 7 |
| 23 |  Milton Keynes Dons | 8 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 6 |
| 24 |  Wigan | 8 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 4 |
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