Goals from Jacob Bruun Larsen, Lorenz Assignon, Lyle Foster and Johann Berg Gudmundsson helped Vincent Kompany’s men on their way to a 4-1 win at Bramall Lane.
As a result, the gap to safety now stands at just three points with four games remaining.
Here’s how Burnley’s players rated:
9. Jacob Bruun Larsen - 7/10
Gave Burnley the lead with a deflected strike having earlier squandered a good chance after rounding the keeper, albeit it was from a tight angle. Photo: Marc Atkins
10. Wilson Odobert - 7/10
Caused real problems when he got on the turn in the Blades half. It was his deflected shot that led to Bruun Larsen’s opener. Photo: Jan Kruger
11. Lyle Foster - 7/10
Added a third at a really important time with a clever first-time finish. Hopefully his knock isn’t anything too serious. Photo: Stu Forster
12. SUB: Josh Brownhill - 7/10
For Bruun Larsen, 59Brought some fresh legs and an extra body to midfield just as the Blades were threatening. Could have even scored a fifth from distance. Photo: Matt McNulty