Zian Flemming’s delightful free-kick proved to be the difference as the Clarets extended their impressive unbeaten run to 26 games.
More significantly, with Leeds United being held to a 2-2 draw against Swansea City, Scott Parker’s side now sit level on points with the Elland Road outfit.
Here’s how Burnley’s players rated:
5. Maxime Esteve - 8/10
Presented with a different challenge in the form of a physical Robins forward, but dealt with it well. Produced a vital late recovery run to snuff out Nahki Wells. Photo: Alex Livesey
6. Lucas Pires - 7/10
Took good care of the ball and ably supported Jaidon Anthony down the left. Barely threatened defensively. Photo: Alex Livesey
7. Josh Cullen - 8/10
Defensively superb. Mopped up everything that came near him, always on the front foot to make crucial interceptions. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard
8. Josh Laurent - 7/10
Covers so much ground with his powerful running. Lobbed over with one effort from a tough angle. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard