Burton Albion 2026/27 League One Preview
Burton Albion finished 17th last season and have started this one in the top half, which counts as a considerable improvement at the Pirelli. Gary Bowyer’s side have taken 12 points from eight, beating AFC Wimbledon 4-1 and winning at Plymouth, though a 3-0 loss at Oxford showed the gap to the sides above.
The shape is a 3-4-2-1 and the most productive player in it is a wing-back: Jack Armer has three goals from the left, more than anyone else at the club. Charlie Webster has created 12 chances and taken 11 corners from the inside-forward role, while Corey Addai has made 21 saves behind a back three of Toby Sibbick, Finn Delap and Curtis Tilt.
Thirteen scored and 12 conceded in eight is the profile of a side that will be involved in plenty of open games. Bowyer has Burton competitive again after a couple of seasons spent looking over their shoulder, and mid-table security looks the realistic aim before anything grander.

Burton Albion’s set-piece specialists
- Penalties: Jack Armer
- Free-Kicks: Charlie Webster, George Evans
- Corners: Charlie Webster, Caylan Vickers
Charlie Webster has taken 11 of Burton Albion’s corners to Caylan Vickers’ 9. Charlie Webster has had three of the direct free-kicks. Burton Albion are yet to be awarded a penalty, so the taker is unproven – Jack Armer, their leading scorer, is the likeliest candidate.
Burton Albion FAQs
Where did Burton Albion finish in the 2025/26 season?
Burton Albion finished 17th in League One in 2025/26, with 54 points from 46 games (13 wins, 15 draws, 18 defeats).
Who is the Burton Albion manager?
Gary Bowyer is the manager of Burton Albion.
Where do Burton Albion play their home games?
Burton Albion play their home games at Pirelli Stadium. The club was founded in 1950.