Burnley improving but quest for first road win goes on after loss at Everton

Romelu Lukaku continued his record of scoring in every home game in 2017 as Everton swept aside Burnley.

Romelu Lukaku continued his record of scoring in every home game in 2017 as Everton swept aside Burnley.
Everton have been explosive at home this year, so only the most optimistic Burnley fans could have hoped for a first away win of the season. But Sean Dyche’s team put in another improved performance, particularly in an excellent first half.

The Clarets were perhaps unlucky not to take the lead during that opening 45 minutes, but with top scorer Andre Gray relegated to the bench they couldn’t make the most of several chances which fell their way.

The hosts had needed a slice of luck to take the…

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Matthew Lowton, Ben Mee provide defensive stability for Burnley vs. Boro

Middlesbrough failed to ease their relegation worries after a goalless draw with Burnley.

Middlesbrough failed to ease their relegation worries after a goalless draw with Burnley.

Sean Dyche has no qualms with Burnley’s slow start against Middlesbrough, and says a point away from home is always crucial.
This match always looked likely to end goalless, with Middlesbrough struggling to score of late and Sean Dyche’s Burnley determined to scrap their way to Premier League survival.
Robbie Brady went close with a couple of free kicks and Tom Heaton was called into action to protect his clean sheet, while Matthew Lowton twice made vital clearances to ensure the points were shared.
The draw means Middlesbrough are looking increasingly doomed, while Burnley — promoted above Saturday’s opponents as champions…

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Ireland captaincy can give Brady and Burnley a confidence boost

Sean Dyche and Burnley are closing in on survival in the Premier League for the very first time.

Robbie Brady returns to Burnley after international duty having been made the captain of the Republic of Ireland, and Clarets supporters will be hoping the armband has given him a lift.

Brady was selected as skipper for the first time — following the horrible leg break suffered by defender Seamus Coleman — for a friendly against Iceland in Dublin, rewarding manager Martin O’Neill with a strong performance at left-back.

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Barnes, Burnley start bright but road woes continue at Liverpool

Liverpool sealed three important points in their hunt for a top four finish as they downed Burnley 2-1 at Anfield.

Liverpool sealed three important points in their hunt for a top four finish as they downed Burnley 2-1 at Anfield.

English Premier League: Matthew Lowton (90’+3) Liverpool 2-1 Burnley
It was the same old story again for Burnley away from home in the Premier League as they lost 2-1 at Liverpool despite a brave defensive performance at Anfield on Sunday.

The Clarets led early through Ashley Barnes but although they had periods on the front foot they then withdrew and defended too deep, conceding somewhat inevitably in first-half injury time yet again.

Emre Can’s second-half strike deserved to win a game of very few chances for either side and Burnley’s long wait for a first…

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Gray stars but Burnley falter late as their road woes continue at Swansea

Fernando Llorente’s dramatic stoppage-time winner earns Swansea three important points.

Fernando Llorente’s dramatic stoppage-time winner earns Swansea three important points.

English Premier League: Fernando Llorente (90’+2) Swansea City 3-2 Burnley
Swansea City edged a five-goal thriller at the Liberty Stadium on Saturday, Fernando Llorente powering home his second header of the game to secure a 3-2 win in injury-time. 

Andre Gray’s brace had looked set to give the Clarets their first away win of the season, but considering Swansea hit the woodwork three times in the first half and that referee Anthony Taylor bizarrely gave the visitors a penalty for Sam Vokes handling the ball, it is hard to argue with the fairness of the result.

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Chelsea’s Thibaut Courtois knew of Robbie Brady’s quality from free kicks

Robbie Brady and Michael Keane talk after playing to a 1-1 draw against Chelsea at home.

Antonio Conte laments Chelsea’s inability to maintain their winning position against Burnley at Turf Moor.

Sean Dyche praises Antonio Conte’s work at Chelsea and shrugs off his remarks about Burnley’s advantage at Turf Moor.
Thibaut Courtois has said he knew Robbie Brady was capable of scoring from the free kick that ultimately cost Chelsea a win on Sunday.
Chelsea had taken the lead early on through Pedro in search of a 12-point lead at the top of the table.
But the Irishman’s stunning free kick drew the sides level and ensured Antonio Conte’s men only stretched their lead to 10 points, with the Belgian goalkeeper crediting his opponent’s quality.
“We then conceded the free kick and with the quality of Robbie Brady…

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Burnley show their intent by buying Robbie Brady, a big upgrade in midfield

Controversy on the goal aside, Sean Dyche believes his side were firmly deserving in their win over Leicester City.

A match which looked destined for a draw ended in controversy, with Sam Vokes’ late goal showing a hint of a handball.

A match which looked destined for a draw ended in controversy, with Sam Vokes’ late goal showing a hint of a handball.

Brady is just what Burnley needed given his pace, versatility and set piece skill. It shows the club is settling in.

Robbie Brady is expected to make his Burnley debut in Saturday’s Premier League game at Watford and the purchase of the Republic of Ireland international is a show of the club’s intent.

Sitting pretty in the top half of the table after a run of five successive victories at home, Brady’s arrival means Sean Dyche has now smashed the club’s transfer record three times in the past year: the winger follows bank-busting moves for Steven Defour and Jeff Hendrick last summer. Their top target during the…

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FA Cup poses a dilemma for Allardyce, relegation-threatened Crystal Palace

Sam Allardyce needs to choose his side wisely vs. Man City as he balances an FA Cup run and a relegation scrap.
An FA Cup run is not a priority for Sam Allardyce, and given the form Crystal Palace are currently suffering, it’s completely understandable. There is however a wistful sense among fans that, after getting a taste of the excitement that a run to the final can bring, it’s a shame to feel so indifferent about the club’s progression in the competition. That’s what a relegation battle can provide. 

Palace fans didn’t expect last season’s run to the final. Few would have predicted the wins at…

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Burnley have bid for Hull City’s Robert Snodgrass accepted – sources

Robert Snodgrass could be on his way to Burnley.
Burnley have had a bid of around £10 million for Hull City attacker Robert Snodgrass accepted and are pushing ahead with a move for Norwich’s Robbie Brady, sources close to the Lancashire club have told ESPN FC.
Snodgrass has been linked with several clubs during the window, with West Ham United and Middlesbrough having had offers rejected.
The Scotland international has been Hull’s standout performer this season, scoring seven goals for the struggling club.
The former Leeds and Norwich midfielder…

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Bournemouth join chase for Norwich City’s Robbie Brady – sources

Robbie Brady (centre) is a target for several clubs in the January window.
Bournemouth have joined Burnley in the race to sign Norwich’s Robbie Brady, sources close to the player have told ESPN FC.
A number of clubs have shown an interest in Brady, with Leicester City, Newcastle United and Aston Villa all linked with moves for the Republic of Ireland international.
Burnley were leading the race to sign him but sources have told ESPN FC that Bournemouth have now entered the chase for a player who can operate at left midfield or left-back.
Brady, who impressed at Euro 2016…

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