Scott Parker’s side squandered the opportunity to reach the quarter-finals of the FA Cup by throwing in a well below-par display at Deepdale to lose 3-0.
The Clarets were second best from the first whistle to the last and can have no complaints with the end result.
Here’s how Burnley’s players rated:
5. Lucas Pires - 5/10
Needlessly gave away the free-kick that led to Preston’s first goal and never really recovered from there. Photo: PAUL ELLIS
6. Jonjo Shelvey - 5/10
Often came deep in hunt of the ball but struggled to pick out teammates with his forward passes. Hooked shortly into the second-half. Photo: Carl Recine
7. Josh Brownhill - 5/10
Much more ineffective in a deeper role alongside Shelvey. Kept going until the end but struggled to get a foothold. Photo: Alex Livesey
8. Jeremy Sarmiento - 5/10
Chance to impress in the number 10 role but failed to grasp it. Kept things neat and tidy but never looked like threatening. Photo: Carl Recine