PHOTOS: Burnley 4, Port Vale 2

BURNLEY progressed into the fourth round of the FA Cup after comprehensively beating their League Two opponents.
By The Newsroom
Published 10th Jan 2011, 08:00 BST

Clarke Carlisle gave the Clarets the perfect start heading in Chris Eagles’ cross after just five minutes.

Port Vale equalised when after a scramble in the box, the ball landed at the feet of Robert Taylor who poked home.

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Tyrone Mears restored the lead for the Clarets when his 20-yard free-kick beat Stuart Tomlinson in the Vale goal.

After the half-time break, Burnley extended their lead, when a quick flowing move allowed Jack Cork to play in Chris Eagles who shot first time powerfully past the Vale keeper.

A Graham Alexander penalty settled the tie after Tyrone Mears was upended in the box, Alexander smashed the ball low and hard, sending Tomlinson the wrong way.

Robert Taylor managed a consolation for Port Vale, pouncing after Grant punched the ball out to his feet.

Burnley will play hosts to Burton Albion at Turf Moor in the fourth round.

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