Burton Albion vs Cambridge United Prediction & Stats | EFL League One | 05/09
The encounter between Burton Albion and Cambridge United is set to kick off at 15:00 on Saturday, 05/09.
This EFL League One fixture offers an intriguing clash of form and tactics, with both sides eager to make a statement at this stage of the season.
Read our full prediction below and get some of the best betting insights based on statistics.
Our Recommended Bet
Our analysts at Betting.co.uk have examined key metrics and modelled the most likely match outcomes based on both teams' recent performance data.
This includes historical trends, home and away statistics, and efficiency in front of goal.
Have a look at our recommended bet and key insights below.
Recommended Bet
1st Half Cambridge United Win
Why we predict Cambridge United to win the first half
Our betting tip is Cambridge United to win the first half.
Cambridge United often begin matches with high energy and quick transitions, which could catch Burton Albion off guard. The visitors have a good chance to edge in front before the interval.
Key Betting Insights
Burton Albion
Scored 7 goals in their last 5 matches
Conceded in 5 of their last 5 matches
Both teams scored in 5 out of Burton Albion's last 5 matches
Cambridge United
Scored 7 goals in their last 5 matches
Conceded in 5 of their last 5 matches
Both teams scored in 4 out of Cambridge United's last 5 matches
1st Half Cambridge United Win: 12/5
Stake £10.00 → Potential Return £34.00
Up to £30 Matched Free Bet if your first Acca loses + £30 Uber Eats Voucher
New UK customers only. Min Stake: £5. Maximum Free Bet: £30. First bet on a Football, Horse Racing, Tennis, Cricket or Basketball multiple with 3+ selections. Overall odds: 3.00 (2/1) or higher. Free Bets available upon settlement of the qualifying bet. Earn a £30 Uber Eats Voucher on successful Acca qualification. Debit Card deposit only (exclusions apply). This offer is valid 7 days from the new account being registered. 18+. gambleaware.org. Bet the Responsible Way. Full Terms apply.
Open Account Offer Bet £10 & Get £30 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365. Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of bets to value of qualifying deposit. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. The bonus code can be used during registration but does not change the offer amount in any way. Time limits and T&Cs apply. Registration required.
Burton Albion Preview
Burton Albion has completed 3 fixtures in the EFL League One, securing 1 wins, 1 draws, and 1 losses — an average of 1.33 points per game. In the EFL League One, the team has scored 4 goals (1.33 per game) and conceded 4 (1.33 per game).
Across all competitions this season, Burton Albion has played 59 matches, scoring 73 goals (1.24 per match) and conceding 74 (1.25 per match).
Team Statistics/Latest Results
Burton Albion
Goals Scored:77
Goals Conceded:75
Average Goals Scored:1.28
Average Goals Conceded:1.25
Wins:19
Goal Difference:2
Date
Game
Result
02/09
Burton Albion
4 - 1
AFC Wimbledon
W
29/08
Notts County
2 - 1
Burton Albion
L
22/08
Leicester
1 - 2
Burton Albion
W
15/08
Burton Albion
1 - 1
Stevenage
D
08/08
Burton Albion
1 - 2
Blackburn Rovers
L
Burton Albion to win the match: 13/8
Stake £10.00 → Potential Return £26.25
Bet £10 & Get £30
Open Account Offer Bet £10 & Get £30 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365. Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of bets to value of qualifying deposit. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. The bonus code can be used during registration but does not change the offer amount in any way. Time limits and T&Cs apply. Registration required.
Cambridge United Preview
Across 3 EFL League One matches, Cambridge United has posted 1 victories, 1 stalemates, and 1 defeats, averaging 1.33 points per fixture. In those games they scored 5 (1.67 per match) and conceded 5 (1.67 per match).
During the whole 2026/27 campaign, Cambridge United has earned 29 wins from 61 matches across all competitions, scoring 91 goals (1.49 per match) and conceding 51 (0.84 per match).
Team Statistics/Latest Results
Cambridge United
Goals Scored:93
Goals Conceded:52
Average Goals Scored:1.5
Average Goals Conceded:0.84
Wins:30
Goal Difference:41
Date
Game
Result
01/09
Bradford City
1 - 2
Cambridge United
W
29/08
Cambridge United
1 - 2
Huddersfield Town
L
25/08
Cambridge United
0 - 1
Millwall
L
22/08
Bromley
1 - 1
Cambridge United
D
15/08
Cambridge United
3 - 2
Wigan Athletic
W
Cambridge United to win the match: 7/4
Stake £10.00 → Potential Return £27.50
Get £30 in Free Bets when you bet £10
18+ | GambleAware.org. New GB customers only. Opt in. Deposit and Bet £10+ on sports at min odds of 2.0+ (1/1) for £30 in Free Bets within 7 days. Debit cards or instant bank transfers only. Free bets expire within 7 days of issue. Geographical restrictions and T&C’s apply.
Statistical Insights for Burton Albion vs Cambridge United
Here's a statistical breakdown comparing each team's key metrics to the average.
From goal output and both teams to score rates to the results of their last 5 matches, these numbers offer a data-backed view to help identify betting value in the Burton Albion vs Cambridge United fixture.
Key metrics
Team Form
Burton Albion
England - EFL League One
Form
Last 5 Games
PPG
Overall
W
L
W
D
L
1.4
Home
W
D
L
D
W
1.6
Away
L
W
D
D
D
1.2
Cambridge United
England - EFL League One
Form
Last 5 Games
PPG
Overall
W
L
L
D
W
1.4
Home
L
L
W
W
W
1.8
Away
W
D
D
D
D
1.4
Home Win
7/4
36.36%
Draw
12/5
29.85%
Favourite
Away Win
6/4
40.82%
Up to £30 Matched Free Bet if your first Acca loses + £30 Uber Eats Voucher
New UK customers only. Min Stake: £5. Maximum Free Bet: £30. First bet on a Football, Horse Racing, Tennis, Cricket or Basketball multiple with 3+ selections. Overall odds: 3.00 (2/1) or higher. Free Bets available upon settlement of the qualifying bet. Earn a £30 Uber Eats Voucher on successful Acca qualification. Debit Card deposit only (exclusions apply). This offer is valid 7 days from the new account being registered. 18+. gambleaware.org. Bet the Responsible Way. Full Terms apply.
Key Metrics
Here's a breakdown of the core match metrics that often define betting value: goals scored, goals conceded, corners and cards.
Analysing these stats offers a sharper view of team tendencies and helps identify markets with consistent trends.
Key metrics
Goals Scored
Burton Albion
9
last 5 matches
Cambridge United
7
last 5 matches
Performance Gap
Burton Albion scored +29% more goals than Cambridge United in the last 5 matches.
Burton Albion and Cambridge United goals scored count, last 5 matches
AFC Wimbledon
4
Notts County
1
Leicester
2
Stevenage
1
Blackburn Rovers
1
2
Bradford City
1
Huddersfield Town
0
Millwall
1
Bromley
3
Wigan Athletic
Bet £10 & Get £30
Key metrics
Goals Conceded
Burton Albion
7
last 5 matches
Cambridge United
7
last 5 matches
Performance Gap
Both teams conceded the same number of goals in the last 5 matches.
Burton Albion and Cambridge United goals conceded count, last 5 matches
AFC Wimbledon
1
Notts County
2
Leicester
1
Stevenage
1
Blackburn Rovers
2
1
Bradford City
2
Huddersfield Town
1
Millwall
1
Bromley
2
Wigan Athletic
Bet £10 & get £30 in free bets
Key metrics
Corners
Burton Albion
16
last 5 matches
Cambridge United
24
last 5 matches
Performance Gap
Cambridge United received +50% more corners than Burton Albion in the last 5 matches.
Burton Albion and Cambridge United corners count, last 5 matches
AFC Wimbledon
4
Notts County
1
Leicester
3
Stevenage
2
Blackburn Rovers
6
3
Bradford City
4
Huddersfield Town
4
Millwall
5
Bromley
8
Wigan Athletic
Bet £10 & get £30 in free bets
Key metrics
Cards
Burton Albion
10
last 5 matches
Cambridge United
7
last 5 matches
Performance Gap
Burton Albion received +43% more cards than Cambridge United in the last 5 matches.
Burton Albion and Cambridge United cards count, last 5 matches
AFC Wimbledon
1
Notts County
4
Leicester
3
Stevenage
0
Blackburn Rovers
2
0
Bradford City
2
Huddersfield Town
2
Millwall
2
Bromley
1
Wigan Athletic
Dave Kuzio
Content Manager
Dave is an established football tipster and NCTJ and NCE qualified journalist. He has over 23 years experience writing for sports websites including Teletext Sport, and providing betting tips for some of the biggest football betting sites. For his sins, he is a Barnsley FC supporter and gets to as many games as possible with his two sons.
Get the Best Deals via Mail
By providing my e-mail address, I declare that I agree that Betting.co.uk will regularly send me information by e-mail: I can revoke my consent at any time.
Users must be 18+. If you are having trouble with gambling then help and advice can be found at begambleaware.org. Please Play Responsibly.
This site is using
Cloudflare
and adheres to the
Google Safe Browsing Program. We adapted
Google's Privacy Guidelines
to keep your data safe at all times.
