Scott Parker’s men head to the Midlands unbeaten in their last 26 league games, fresh from their 1-0 win against Bristol City last weekend.
With Leeds United dropping points against Swansea City, the Clarets are now level on points with Daniel Farke’s side.
Parker has no fresh injury concerns to contend with, with Jordan Beyer, Bashir Humphreys, Jonjo Shelvey, Aaron Ramsey, Enock Agyei and Mike Tresor all still sidelined.
With three games in the space of seven days, Parker may have to weigh up whether to make changes to keep his side fresh.
With that in mind, here’s how we think the Clarets will line up:
5. LB - Lucas Pires
The Brazilian has got better and better since taking over the mantle at left-back in the absence of Bashir Humphreys. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard
6. CM - Josh Cullen
Cullen enjoyed one of his best performances in a long time last week with a Man of the Match display against Bristol City. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard
7. CM - Josh Laurent
With a game coming up in midweek, Scott Parker might be tempted to rotate. But Laurent is still likely to get the nod ahead of Hannibal. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard
8. CAM - Josh Brownhill
This feels like the type of game where another Brownhill goal could well prove decisive. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard