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:
13. SUB: Johann Gudmundsson - 8/10
For Vitinho, 70Scored Burnley’s fourth seconds after coming on and denied a second by the post following a thumping effort. Photo: Stu Forster
14. SUB: David Fofana - 6/10
For Foster, 84Gave Foster a much-needed breather after the striker hobbled off. Helped Burnley keep the ball late on. Photo: Matt McNulty
15. SUB: Zeki Amdouni - 6/10
For Odobert, 84Similar to above. Didn’t see much of the ball but helped the Clarets see out the remainder of the game with ease. Photo: Jan Kruger
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