Bafana Bafana star Lyle Foster secures promotion back to the English Premier League with Burnley FC after Sheffield United win

Burnley have secured an immediate return to the Premier League after being relegated at the end of the 2023/24 season. The Clarets sealed promotion with a 2-1 win over Sheffield United, confirming their Championship title with two games to spare.

Lyle Foster, who has been sidelined with a shoulder injury since April 8, watched from the sidelines as his team celebrated. Despite his injury, Foster contributed significantly to the campaign with 27 appearances, scoring two goals and providing five assists.

The team’s success under manager Scott Parker has restored hope at Turf Moor after a difficult year in the second tier. Their return to England’s top flight marks a new chapter for both club and country, as key players like Foster continue to grow.

Burnley’s return to the Premier League is a major boost for South African football. Lyle Foster will now have the chance to test himself against some of the world’s best, a valuable experience ahead of the 2025 Afcon in Morocco.

With Fifa World Cup qualifiers on the horizon, top-flight football is exactly what Bafana Bafana players need. Regularly competing at a higher level helps sharpen players’ quality, mentality, and match readiness.

Burnley travel to face Queens Park Rangers in their penultimate fixture of the season with Foster out injured.

With promotion secured, the focus may shift to giving some fringe players minutes. However, they’ll still want to end the season strong and celebrate their title with fans on a high note.