"It is a gloriously wet and windy day at Turf Moor as Burnley and Chelsea prepare to reawaken their Premier League campaigns after the international break. The Blues have won their last seven Saturday lunchtime kick-offs, so will fancy their chances in Lancashire. They are looking to prove they are title contenders, and a win today would move Chelsea up to second for a few hours at least."
"After two straight losses, Burnley will want to give their fans something to cheer. This is a crucial stage of the season for the Clarets, who sit one place above the drop zone. Home points will be essential for Scott Parker's side and after defeats to Liverpool and Arsenal here, they will be desperate to show they can unsettle one of the top six."
A wet, windy Turf Moor hosts Burnley against Chelsea as both clubs resume their Premier League campaigns after the international break. Chelsea have momentum from recent wins and could rise to second place with victory, while Moises Caicedo and Alejandro Garnacho start on the bench. Burnley sit one place above the relegation zone and need home points after consecutive defeats; their lineup is unchanged from the 3-2 loss to West Ham. Chelsea have historically dominated the fixture, with Burnley winning only once in 18 league meetings, though Scott Parker may set tactical plans to unsettle top-six opposition. Kick-off is 12.30pm GMT.
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