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Liverpool’s 45-year Anfield record that must be avoided vs. Burnley

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Liverpool vs Burnley: Avoiding an Unwanted 45-Year Anfield Record

Liverpool face Burnley at Anfield on Saturday, January 17, 2026, in a crucial Premier League clash, aiming to avoid matching a dismal 45-year record against promoted teams.[8][1]

Liverpool’s 45-year Anfield record that must be avoided vs. Burnley


The Reds host the struggling Clarets in a 3pm GMT kick-off, looking to extend their unbeaten run to 12 matches across all competitions.[1] Liverpool sit 4th in the table, while Burnley languish in 19th with just 13 points from 21 games, winless in their last 12 league outings (3 draws, 9 losses).[3][5]

Historical Context and the Record at Stake

The article highlights Liverpool's strong recent dominance over Burnley, winning the last six top-flight meetings by an aggregate 12-1 since a 1-0 Anfield loss five years ago.[1] Earlier this season, Liverpool secured a 1-0 victory at Turf Moor, positioning them for a third consecutive league double – their seventh in the Premier League era.[1]

However, the spotlight falls on a 45-year Anfield record: Liverpool risk equaling their worst run against promoted sides if they fail to win. The piece warns of matching a low from 1981, amid a recent streak of three consecutive draws at home (vs Barnsley 0-0? Wait, recent form: 4-1 win vs Barnsley, 0-0 at Arsenal, 2-2 at Fulham, 0-0 vs Leeds).[4][8] Can Arne Slot's men break this trend?

Key Stats and Form

  • Only three goalless draws in 93 league fixtures between the clubs, last in 1975; just one at Anfield (1920).[1]
  • Liverpool lead the league with 12 goals from the 76th minute this term, behind only Brentford's 13.[1]
  • Burnley have scored the opener on four of their last seven Anfield visits, with six of their last 11 league goals from the 85th minute onward – a late threat.[1]
  • Virgil van Dijk tops line-breaking passes (98 into final third this season).[1]

Burnley's woes echo 1970, when they went 14 top-flight games without a win, including a 2-0 loss at Anfield.[1] Liverpool's recent form shows resilience: W 4-1 Barnsley, D 0-0 Arsenal, D 2-2 Fulham, D 0-0 Leeds, W 2-1 Wolves.[4][6]

Preview and Stakes

With odds heavily favoring Liverpool (-463), they seek a season series sweep.[6] Burnley, eyeing survival, travel desperate to avoid the broom. Slot's side must capitalize early to dodge history.[8]

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