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Burnley appoint Fabio Celestini as new head coach after Hayen exit

Burnley have appointed Fabio Celestini as their new head coach, four days after sacking Nicky Hayen. The former CSKA Moscow and Basel boss takes over a side who sit 22nd in the Championship with just one league win to their name this season, and the Swiss will be in the dugout for the first time when the Clarets host Portsmouth at Turf Moor on Saturday.

Gerrard emerges as frontrunner to replace Nicky Hayen at Burnley

Steven Gerrard has emerged as the frontrunner to become Burnley's new manager after the Clarets sacked Nicky Hayen following a heavy 4-1 defeat at Lincoln City. The former Aston Villa and Rangers boss has been out of the dugout since leaving Al-Ettifaq in January 2025, but he could now return to take charge of a club stuck in the Championship relegation zone.

Walker forced to clarify Man City tattoo jibe following 'misleading' comments

Kyle Walker has been forced to publicly address his comments following controversial jibe regarding his Manchester City tattoos. The veteran full-back, who is currently playing in the Championship, felt the need to clarify his stance after his initial reaction to the Premier League's recent ruling caused a stir among supporters.

Walker admits he could be forced to remove tattoo if City are stripped of titles

Kyle Walker has confessed that he may be forced to undergo painful laser surgery to remove a commemorative tattoo if Manchester City are ultimately stripped of their silverware. The veteran defender, who enjoyed a trophy-laden stint at the Etihad Stadium, has a permanent reminder of the club’s historic achievements etched onto his skin.

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Burnley suffer another Turf Moor defeat despite Jamie Vardy's goal

Jamie Vardy marked his return to English football with a first-half goal, but Burnley saw their disastrous winless streak at Turf Moor extended to 21 league matches following a painful 2-1 defeat to Wolves. Defensive blunders allowed Fer Lopez and Tawanda Chirewa to capitalise, completing a superb comeback for the visitors and leaving the frustrated home supporters furious.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
4	Eintracht Rheine	12	6	3	3	26	19	7	21	D D D W L
5	Arminia Bielefeld II	12	6	3	3	22	16	6	21	W W W D W
6	Lippstadt	12	6	2	4	20	18	2	20	W D L W L
7	ASC Dortmund	11	6	1	4	25	19	6	19	W W L W D
8	SpVgg Erkenschwick	12	5	4	3	17	13	4	19	D L L W L

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