Jaidon Anthony voiced his appreciation for the way Burnley fans got behind the team during and after their improved display against Aston Villa.

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There’s been a real disconnect between the team and the fanbase for much of the campaign during what has been a miserable season in the Premier League.

Already relegated, the Clarets have won just four games all season and have just one win to their name from their last 27 league outings.

Nevertheless, the Burnley faithful were encouraged by what they witnessed on Sunday in Mike Jackson’s first home game in charge as interim boss.

Anthony, who scored Burnley’s opener during the 2-2 draw, was keen to show his appreciation.

“We're really thankful to them for still supporting us, still coming in in numbers, even though it's been a tough season,” he told the club’s official YouTube channel.

“Obviously we were already relegated, but they came out in numbers and really got behind us. I can't and we can't thank them enough for that, for sure.”

Jaidon Anthony thanks the fans following the 2-2 draw with Aston Villa at Turf Moor. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard

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Burnley now face the daunting task of taking on Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Monday night, as Mikel Arteta’s side close in on the Premier League title.

Not much will be expected of the Clarets, but Anthony is still keen to ensure they put on a good showing for the fans that make the trip down to the capital.

“Yeah, 100%,” he added.

“This club has always represented that, always tough to play against. We always want to be there.

“Like Jacko says, we want to wear the shirt with pride. We always do that, and sometimes it works in a good performance, sometimes it doesn't, but always we want to give 100 per cent.

“I think the fans saw that [against Villa] and really got behind that as well.”

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