Burnley’s form had improved as of late and they hadn’t lost in the Premier League since a 2-0 defeat to Manchester City almost two months ago.
However, a narrow 1-0 loss to the Magpies has left them 18th in the league – level on points with Newcastle United and Norwich City and three points from safety.
Thankfully, the Clarets have a game in hand on the teams around them, though that will come against Antonio Conte’s Tottenham Hotspur following their fixture postponement last week.
Sean Dyche’s side will be hoping to get back on track with their match against West Ham this weekend, before they take on Watford, Aston Villa, Everton and Manchester United in 2021’s remaining fixtures.
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Thankfully, the Clarets have a game in hand on the teams around them, though that will come against Antonio Conte’s Tottenham Hotspur following their fixture postponement last week.