Clarets fans were left encouraged and voiced their satisfaction to what was a display full of endeavour and purpose.
While some familiar flaws were still on show, Burnley supporters couldn’t have asked for much more during this afternoon’s 2-2 draw.
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Jaidon Anthony got the home side up and running early on, before Ross Barkley levelled for Villa. Ollie Watkins gave the Europa League finalists a second-half lead, only for Zian Flemming to immediately peg them back.
Here’s how Burnley’s players rated:
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5. Lucas Pires - 7/10
Gave his absolute all, as he always does, and won the ball back high up the pitch for the equaliser. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard
6. Florentino Luis - 6/10
A good defensive performance, but a little wayward with his passing. Just needs to keep it simple. (Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images) Photo: Jan Kruger
7. Lesley Ugochukwu - 7/10
It was his curling shot that was parried straight into Anthony’s path for Burnley’s opener and he was also involved in the build up for the equaliser too. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images) Photo: Naomi Baker
8. Hannibal - 8/10
Absolutely key to the way Burnley wanted to play higher up the pitch, pressing with intent and providing a lovely flick for Flemming’s equaliser. Fingers crossed his knock isn’t serious. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard