Mike Jackson backs Burnley 'spirit' to ensure final-day Premier League survival
Mike Jackson backed his Burnley side to complete the job of Premier League survival after taking a potentially crucial point at Aston Villa.
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Burnley move out of drop zone with gritty draw at Villa
BIRMINGHAM, England : Burnley moved out of the relegation zone following a 1-1 draw at Aston Villa on Thursday, keeping their Premier League survival in their own hands heading into the final day of the season.
Burnley out of the drop zone with point at Villa
Burnley moved out of the Premier League relegation zone with a 1-1 draw at Aston Villa in a dramatic night down the bottom.
Burnley caretaker boss Mike Jackson hails 'terrific point'
Burnley caretaker manager Mike Jackson admitted he was 'disappointed' his side did not claim all three points against Aston Villa in their battle for Premier League survival as he promised his side would be 'ready' for the tense finale on Sunday.
Aston Villa player ratings as Mings pulls off incredible block and Buendia scores in Burnley draw
Emi Buendia quickly turned from villain to hero as Aston Villa were held by Burnley on their final Villa Park showing of the season. The Argentinian, one of four changes by Steven Gerrard, dangled a leg to bring down Maxwel Cornet as Ashley Barnes put the Clarets ahead on the stroke of half-time but, just three minutes after the restart, the playmaker pounced to strike first-time past Nick Pope to make it 1-1.
Premier League result - Burnley grab precious point at Aston Villa after Ashley Barnes penalty
Burnley edged closer to safety in their desperate battle to retain their Premier League status as they held Aston Villa to a 1-1 draw away from home. Ashley Barnes converted from the penalty spot on the stroke of half-time to give Mike Jackson's side a vital lead after Max Cornet was upended by Emi Buendia.
'Out-trained' - Aston Villa boss Steven Gerrard reveals reason for Burnley changes
Aston Villa boss Steven Gerrard has explained his thinking behind making four changes for tonight's Premier League clash with Burnley at Villa Park (8pm).