Fans hail Burnley star’s celebration against Blackburn for its ‘unreal s***housery’ – as Clarets seal derby bragging rights at Ewood Park
- Burnley came within a point of first place thanks to Zian Flemming’s header
- The 26-year-old Dutchman celebrated in style when the showdown was over
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Fans have praised Burnley midfielder Zian Flemming for his celebration after the East Lancashire derby win over Blackburn.
The Clarets claimed a 1-0 victory at Ewood Park to move within touching distance of Championship leaders Leeds.
Flemming’s header on the hour proved to be the difference and he appeared to have savored the victory as he pulled his shirt over a Blackburn corner flag and paraded it at full-time.
And fans were full of praise for the 26-year-old Dutchman, with one posting: ‘Great boy, great goal’, while another said ‘Great scenes’.
A third fan added on
Saturday’s win leaves Burnley just a point behind Leeds and manager Scott Parker was left delighted.
Fans have praised Burnley midfielder Zian Flemming for his celebration against Burnley
The Dutchman pulled his shirt over a Blackburn corner flag and paraded it after full-time
Burnley claimed a 1-0 win at Ewood Park and thus came within reach of leaders Leeds
He said: ‘It’s satisfying and also a relief to be honest. Obviously I haven’t been here long and today’s match is a local derby.
‘When I walked in, I quickly realized that this was what everyone was saying to me.
‘I experienced that very early in the season with the home day and I certainly felt that today.
‘From the moment we walked into the stadium it was a hostile place and an intense atmosphere that local derbies bring.
‘I’m happy that we managed to get the three points.’