Burnley have not won a home league match in nearly a year

Burnley extended their winless streak at home to 21 league matches after a 2-1 defeat to Wolves at Turf Moor. The Clarets have not celebrated a home league victory since defeating Leeds 2-0 nearly a year ago. During this period, they have suffered 11 losses and managed just 10 draws, marking the longest such run in England's top four divisions.

Jamie Vardy opened the scoring for Burnley with his first goal since returning to English football, netting with his second shot of the match. However, defensive mistakes allowed Wolves to equalise and then take the lead. Fer Lopez scored the equaliser after a costly error from Kyle Walker, and Tawanda Chirewa secured the win with a goal shortly after coming on as a substitute.

Burnley struggled to respond after conceding the second goal, leading to a chorus of boos from the home crowd at the final whistle. This defeat marked Burnley's fifth loss in the current league season, leaving them in a challenging position as they search for their first home win in nearly a year. The team's inability to convert chances and defensive lapses have been significant factors in their ongoing struggles.

Wolves' victory lifted them to sixth place in the league, marking their first win in three matches. Wolves manager Cesar Peixoto highlighted the importance of mentality in securing the win, acknowledging the team's improved performance after a difficult first half. Meanwhile, Burnley manager Nicky Hayen expressed frustration over the individual mistakes that led to the goals conceded, emphasising the need for a change in mindset moving forward.

via Sky Sports