Burnley striker Austin named Championship player of the month

BURNLEY FC striker Charlie Austin has been announced as npower Championship player of the month for October.

The Clarets goal machine netted seven goals last month in a prolific season.

Charlie beat Peterborough United’s George Boyd and Blackburn Rovers centre back Grant Hanley to the national title.

• The Burnley Express has launched a FREE football app which is now available to download on iPhone and Android devices.