Arsenal vs Burnley: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 May

Betiball's prediction for Arsenal vs Burnley on 18 May 2026 (kick-off: 15:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Arsenal vs Burnley preview before placing your bet.

Arsenal vs Burnley: Starting Lineups Time : 18/05/2026 15:00

Arsenal
1 - 0
Finished
Burnley
90+2' event Gabriel Teodoro Martinelli Silva / Leandro Trossard
90+2' event Martin Zubimendi Ibanez / Martin Odegaard
73' event Viktor Gyokeres / Kai Havertz
73' event Myles Lewis Skelly / Eberechi Eze
72' event Piero Hincapie / Riccardo Calafiori
67' event Kai Havertz
37' event Kai Havertz
event 90+3' Lucas Pires Silva
event 90+1' Zian Flemming
event 82' Jacob Bruun Larsen / Loum Tchaouna
event 82' Bashir Humphreys / Maxime Esteve
event 78' James Ward Prowse / Florentino Ibrain Morris Luis
event 71' Josh Laurent / Chimuanya Ugochukwu
event 70' Zeki Amdouni / Hannibal Mejbri
event 28' Hannibal Mejbri
90+2' event Gabriel Teodoro Martinelli Silva / Leandro Trossard
event 90+3' Lucas Pires Silva
90+2' event Martin Zubimendi Ibanez / Martin Odegaard
event 90+1' Zian Flemming
73' event Viktor Gyokeres / Kai Havertz
event 82' Jacob Bruun Larsen / Loum Tchaouna
73' event Myles Lewis Skelly / Eberechi Eze
event 82' Bashir Humphreys / Maxime Esteve
72' event Piero Hincapie / Riccardo Calafiori
event 78' James Ward Prowse / Florentino Ibrain Morris Luis
67' event Kai Havertz
event 71' Josh Laurent / Chimuanya Ugochukwu
37' event Kai Havertz
event 70' Zeki Amdouni / Hannibal Mejbri
event 28' Hannibal Mejbri
Arsenal Arsenal
Substitutions
#11 Gabriel Teodoro Martinelli Silva
#5 Piero Hincapie
#36 Martin Zubimendi Ibanez
#14 Viktor Gyokeres
#49 Myles Lewis Skelly
#9 Gabriel Jesus
#13 Kepa Arrizabalaga Revuelta
#20 Noni Madueke
#56 Max Dowman
Arsenal Arsenal Burnley Burnley
13Shots5
3Shots on Goal0
7Fouls16
3Corner Kick3
16Free kick7
1Offside0
1Yellow card3
1Aerial9
0Save2
17Successful Tackles21
2Interceptions8
18Long pass23
1Assist0
2Successful center4
5Substitution5
7Shots off goal4
2Hit The Post1
12Head Success10
3Blocked1
9Tackle11
3Dribbles4
22Throw-in10
508Passes323
102Attacks61
65Dangerous attacks25
3Corner Kicks(HT)3
1BigChances0
9ShotsInsideBox2
4ShotsOutsideBox3
47DuelsWon42
1.03ExpectedGoals0.21
1.03xGNonPenalty0.21
1.85xGOT0
38Touches In Opposition Box7
13AccurateCrosses10
35GroundDuelsWon32
12AerialDuelsWon10
14Clearances23
Burnley Burnley
Substitutions
#7 Jacob Bruun Larsen
#25 Zeki Amdouni
#12 Bashir Humphreys
#20 James Ward Prowse
#29 Josh Laurent
#3 Quilindschy Hartman
#1 Martin Dubravka
#10 Marcus Edwards
#4 Joe Worrall
Commentary
90+3' Lucas Pires Silva - Burnley receive a yellow card
90+2' Arsenal — substitution: Gabriel Teodoro Martinelli Silva / Leandro Trossard
90+2' Arsenal — substitution: Martin Zubimendi Ibanez / Martin Odegaard
90+1' Zian Flemming - Burnley receive a yellow card
82' Burnley — substitution: Jacob Bruun Larsen / Loum Tchaouna
82' Burnley — substitution: Bashir Humphreys / Maxime Esteve
78' Burnley — substitution: James Ward Prowse / Florentino Ibrain Morris Luis
73' Arsenal — substitution: Viktor Gyokeres / Kai Havertz
73' Arsenal — substitution: Myles Lewis Skelly / Eberechi Eze
72' Arsenal — substitution: Piero Hincapie / Riccardo Calafiori
71' Burnley — substitution: Josh Laurent / Chimuanya Ugochukwu
70' Burnley — substitution: Zeki Amdouni / Hannibal Mejbri
67' Kai Havertz - Arsenal receive a yellow card
37' Goal! Kai Havertz - Arsenal
28' Hannibal Mejbri - Burnley receive a yellow card

How We Build the Arsenal vs Burnley Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Arsenal vs Burnley on 18 May 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Arsenal vs Burnley Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Arsenal's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Burnley's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where Arsenal and Burnley sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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