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Burnley hosts West Ham in EFL Championship opening match today

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Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Burnley hosts West Ham in EFL Championship opening match today

Summary

Burnley faces West Ham in the EFL Championship at Turf Moor today, August 16, with kickoff scheduled for 4 p.m. local time. Both teams aim to secure an early victory as they seek to return to the Premier League after last season's relegation. West Ham enters the match on the back of a solid 3-1 win over Portsmouth in the EFL Cup, while Burnley looks for a boost after a winless preseason. The game is set to be broadcast on CBS Sports Network and live-streamed on fubo and Paramount+.

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Status Watch

•Match kicks off at 4 p.m. local time.
•Broadcast on CBS Sports Network; streaming available.
•Burnley looking for first win after preseason struggles.
•West Ham coming off a 3-1 victory in the EFL Cup.
•Both clubs aim for quick return to the Premier League.

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