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CLARETS’ ROLL OF THE DICE IS MASSIVE GAMBLE…

WHEN Burnley were relegated two years ago and Vincent Kompany left for Munich, they turned to a serial Championship promotion winner in Scott Parker to hoist them back up. This he did in convincing style.
Where Kompany failed, so did Parker as Burnley once again fell back down at the first attempt and again the manager departed, albeit in different circumstances.
You had to reckon they had a plan and that the power of their financial purse would see them yo-yo back up or at least give it a good go.
But no! 25 goals conceded and just eight points gained in 12 games pre-weekend have l...

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