Football NewsThe GuardianUnverified source· 24 Oct 2026

Burnley sack Nicky Hayen after Lincoln rout leaves them in bottom three

Belgian won only one of his 14 games in chargeRelegated Burnley expected to challenge for promotionBurnley have sacked Nicky Hayen after only 14 games in charge, in the wake of a 4-1 defeat at Lincoln that left the Clarets in the Championship’s relegation zone.The Belgian was appointed in the summer as the permanent successor to Scott Parker, who left in April with relegation from the Premier League inevitable. He leaves having won just one match, a 4-0 league victory at Watford on 10 October.More to follow Continue reading...

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