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Burnley vs Notts: League Cup H2H Stats You CAN’T Miss
Burnley vs Notts County: A Simple Guide to Their History and Recent Form
What Is This Article About?
Imagine two football teams, Burnley and Notts County, getting ready for a new season. Before the real games start, they play friendlies (practice matches) to get fit and test tactics. This article looks at:
- How both teams have played in their recent friendlies
- What happened the last time they faced each other in a real league competition (back in 1999–2000)
Think of it like this: Friendlies are like scrimmages in gym class—they don’t count for trophies, but they show how sharp the players are.
Recent Friendly Matches (Pre-Season Games)
Burnley’s Recent Friendlies
| Opponent | Result | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Torino | Lost 0–1 | Club Friendlies |
| Espanyol | Drew 2–2 | Club Friendlies |
| Ajax | Lost 1–2 | Club Friendlies |
| Real Salt Lake | Lost 1–4 | Club Friendlies |
| Columbus Crew | Drew 1–1 | Club Friendlies |
Burnley’s friendly record: 0 Wins, 2 Draws, 3 Losses
Notts County’s Recent Friendlies
| Opponent | Result | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Walsall | Drew 0–0 | Club Friendlies |
| Nottingham Forest | Lost 0–2 | Club Friendlies |
| Randers | Lost 0–1 | Club Friendlies |
| Viborg | Lost 0–1 | Club Friendlies |
| Alfreton Town | Won 5–0 | Club Friendlies |
Notts County’s friendly record: 1 Win, 1 Draw, 3 Losses
Important Note: These are pre-season friendlies. Results don’t count toward league standings. Teams often experiment with lineups, give playing time to youngsters, or build fitness. Don’t read too much into wins or losses here!
Historical Head-to-Head (League One Matches)
The last time these two met in a competitive league match was over 20 years ago in League One (the third tier of English football at the time). Here are the three matches:
1. Burnley 2 – 1 Notts County
- Date: 8th April 2000
- Venue: Burnley’s home ground
- Result: Burnley won
2. Notts County 2 – 0 Burnley
- Date: 3rd January 2000
- Venue: Notts County’s home ground
- Result: Notts County won
3. Notts County 0 – 0 Burnley
- Date: 3rd April 1999
- Venue: Notts County’s home ground
- Result: Draw
Summary of the three league meetings:
- Burnley wins: 1
- Notts County wins: 1
- Draws: 1
- Goals scored: Burnley 3, Notts County 2
What Does This Tell Us? (Simple Takeaways)
- Historically, they’re evenly matched. In their last three league games, each team won once at home, and one game ended level.
- Both teams are struggling in friendlies. Neither side has looked sharp in pre-season—Burnley haven’t won any, and Notts County only beat a non-league side (Alfreton Town).
- Different leagues now. Burnley have spent recent years in the Premier League and Championship. Notts County were promoted back to League Two in 2023. They won’t meet in a league game this season unless drawn in a cup.
- Friendlies ≠ Real form. A 5–0 win over Alfreton doesn’t guarantee league success, just like a 1–4 loss to Real Salt Lake doesn’t mean Burnley will struggle.
KEY POINTS TO REMEMBER
- Friendlies are practice games—results don’t matter for trophies or tables.
- Last competitive meetings: 1999–2000 in League One (3 games, 1 win each, 1 draw).
- Current status: Burnley = Championship club (recently Premier League). Notts County = League Two club (promoted 2023).
- No upcoming fixture between them unless a cup draw pairs them.
- Form in friendlies ≠ form in real matches.
Summary
| Topic | Quick Version |
|---|---|
| Recent friendlies | Both teams mixed results; Notts County got one big win (5–0 vs Alfreton), Burnley winless. |
| Last league meetings | 1999–2000, League One. Three games: 1 win each, 1 draw. Very even. |
| Current leagues | Burnley in Championship. Notts County in League Two. |
| Will they play soon? | Only if a cup draw puts them together. |
| Should you worry about friendly results? | No. They’re for fitness and experiments. |
FAQ
1. Are these friendly results important?
No. Friendlies are like warm-ups. Coaches try new tactics, play youth players, and build fitness. The score doesn’t count for anything.
2. When did Burnley and Notts County last play a real match against each other?
8th April 2000—Burnley won 2–1 at home in League One.
3. Why haven’t they played in the league since 2000?
They’ve been in different divisions. Burnley reached the Premier League; Notts County dropped to non-league before climbing back to League Two.
4. Could they meet this season?
Only in a cup competition (FA Cup, Carabao Cup, or EFL Trophy) if the draw pairs them. They’re in different leagues, so no league fixture.
5. Which team is "better" historically?
In their last three league meetings, it’s perfectly even: one win each, one draw. Historically, Burnley have spent more time in higher divisions.
All match data sourced from BBC Sport. Friendly results are subject to change and unverified. Times listed are UK.
