Tottenham Hotspur are back in Premier League action this weekend as they travel to face Burnley in a pivotal mid-season clash.
Spurs will look to continue their recent upturn in form and climb the table, while Burnley will aim to bounce back and move away from the relegation zone.
Kickoff time and how to watch
The Premier League meeting between Burnley and Tottenham Hotspur is scheduled for 3:00 pm GMT on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Turf Moor in Burnley. This traditional Saturday afternoon slot is part of the weekend’s 3 pm fixtures, which are subject to the UK’s live broadcast blackout but can be followed via live radio and club streams.
Fans in the UK should tune into Sky Sports’ highlights shows after full-time, while supporters abroad can check local broadcasters and streaming services that carry Premier League fixtures live.
Tottenham team news and recent form
Tottenham head into this game with momentum after an eye-catching Champions League win over Borussia Dortmund in midweek, signalling improved performances under Thomas Frank.
Despite that positive result, the Spurs continue to manage injury issues. Key midfielder Mohammed Kudus is sidelined with a thigh problem and is set to miss several matches, leaving holes in Tottenham’s creative engine.
Tottenham’s league form has been mixed, and the Lilywhites are looking to establish consistency as they push for a comfortable mid-table or higher finish. Expect manager Frank to balance attacking intent with defensive organisation in this away trip.
Burnley team news and outlook
Burnley currently find themselves in the bottom three, making this fixture crucial as they battle to climb the standings and avoid slipping further towards relegation.
The Clarets have shown resilience in recent matches, and at Turf Moor they are expected to fight hard on both ends of the pitch. Fresh legs and a solid defensive shape will be central to their approach against a Spurs side that can punish mistakes. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Burnley’s desire to secure points at home will clash with Tottenham’s need to maintain their recent momentum, setting up an intriguing tactical battle on Saturday afternoon.
Head-to-head and prediction
Historically, Tottenham have held the upper hand in this fixture, including a 3–0 win earlier in the 2025-26 season when the sides met at the start of the campaign. That result underlined the gulf in quality when Spurs are firing on all cylinders.
Burnley’s recent struggles and Tottenham’s improved performances suggest the visitors start as favourites, though anything can happen in the Premier League’s tight mid-table battles.
Prediction: Burnley 1–2 Tottenham Hotspur
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