Burnley clinch immediate return to Premier League with victory at Middlesbrough
Burnley have secured an immediate return to the Premier League, clinching promotion from the Championship with a 2-1 win at Middlesbrough.The Clarets were relegated on the final day last season, ending a
Dansby Swanson Jersey six-season stay in the top flight.But they have enjoyed an inspired first season under Vincent Kompany, suffering just two defeats so far in 2022-23.Goals from Ashley Barnes and Connor Roberts, sandwiched by a Chuba Akpom penalty, secured the decisive victory at
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