Burton Albion vs Peterborough United - League One
Fixture Preview - 18 October 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Burton Albion host Peterborough United at the Pirelli Stadium this Saturday in a crucial League One clash. The home side has shown some resilience recently, managing to secure two draws in their last five matches, while Peterborough’s form has been concerning, with five consecutive losses leaving them at the bottom of the table. This match presents an opportunity for Burton to capitalise on their opponents' struggles, particularly given their solid home record against Peterborough, where they have won three of the last ten encounters. One key angle to consider is the potential for both teams to find the net. Historical data suggests a high likelihood of goals, with seven of the last ten meetings resulting in both teams scoring. Given Burton's recent form, they may look to exploit Peterborough's defensive frailties, while the visitors will be desperate to break their scoring drought. This match could be pivotal for both sides, with Burton aiming to climb the table and Peterborough seeking to restore some confidence.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 |  Wigan Athletic | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 14 |  AFC Wimbledon | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| 15 |  Bolton Wanderers | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| 16 |  Burton Albion | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 17 |  Rotherham United | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| 18 |  Blackpool | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| 19 |  Port Vale | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 20 |  Wycombe Wanderers | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 21 |  Reading | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 22 |  Northampton Town | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 |
| 23 |  Plymouth Argyle | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 24 |  Peterborough United | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2025 | Burton Albion | 2–2 | Peterborough United | League One |
| December 4, 2024 | Peterborough United | 0–1 | Burton Albion | League One |
| March 9, 2024 | Burton Albion | 1–3 | Peterborough United | League One |
| November 25, 2023 | Peterborough United | 4–0 | Burton Albion | League One |
| March 14, 2023 | Burton Albion | 2–5 | Peterborough United | League One |
| October 8, 2022 | Peterborough United | 1–1 | Burton Albion | League One |
| March 6, 2021 | Burton Albion | 2–1 | Peterborough United | League One |
| October 27, 2020 | Peterborough United | 2–2 | Burton Albion | League One |
| February 29, 2020 | Burton Albion | 1–1 | Peterborough United | League One |
| November 23, 2019 | Peterborough United | 1–0 | Burton Albion | League One |