Brighton vs Burnley Prediction: Out of sorts pair could produce stalemate

Draw and both teams to score @ 9/2

To put it bluntly, these teams just do not win very often. Brighton fans might view the visit of 19th-placed Burnley as something of a free hit. After all, the Clarets are without a victory in their last 10 games. But the Seagulls are winless in their last six themselves.

Which is why I fancy these two misfiring forces to cancel each other out at the Amex. But I do fancy goals. Burnley have the third-worst defensive record in the league this season, conceding 37. Brighton are in a healthier position, having conceded less than eight other sides. But they have shipped two or more goals in four of their last six outings. 

I think the ingredients are in place for a score draw in this one. Defences failing but two teams lacking that killer instinct to snatch the tie outright.

Danny Welbeck to score anytime @ 11/10

The eternal improver, the finest of footballing Cabernet Sauvignons. Welbeck continues to get better with age. After flattering to deceive at Manchester United and Arsenal, via a confusing half-season at Watford, Welbeck has flourished at the Amex.

Eight goals in 18 outings has had some calling for an England return for a player last capped in 2018. Thomas Tuchel is unlikely to pull that particular rabbit out of his hat, but that is a testament to how well-renowned Welbeck is at an age when most footballers are considering wrapping it up or taking a dump-truck of dollars from Saudi Arabia.

Welbeck is the most likely man to pop up with a goal here. While he missed on against West Ham, he is also Brighton’s penalty taker. Welbeck spent his 20s getting written off, but in his 30s it is hard to back against him finding the net.