Burnley Secures Promotion to Premier League: How Vincent Kompany Led the Way

Burnley FC has secured promotion back to the Premier League after spending a season in the Championship. The Clarets' manager, Vincent Kompany, has praised his players for their resilience and hard work, which ultimately led to their success. In this article, we will take a closer look at Burnley's journey back to the Premier League, what promotion means for the club and the celebrations that followed.

The Road Back to the Premier League

Burnley's journey back to the Premier League was not an easy one. After being relegated from the Premier League in the 2021/22 season, the club had to regroup and rebuild. The relegation hit the team hard and they went on to fire their then-manager Sean Dyche, who'd spent a decade at the club. You can read more about how relegation and promotion in the English Premier League work below.

Vincent Kompany's Appointment as Burnley Manager

In comes Vincent Kompany and his style of fresh football. Kompany was appointed Burnley manager in June 2022, just after they were relegated. Relegation meant that the club's financial resources would even be more scarce and it would risk players leaving for other teams, as the club would likely be unable to pay its best players. It was, therefore, a huge risk to bring on Kompany, a relatively inexperienced manager.

Burnley are back to the Premier League after an excellent season. 🟣 #Burnley

Huge work by Vincent Kompany as head coach. “Vincent will be City coach one day, it’s written in the stars”, Guardiola said about him. pic.twitter.com/AYfcHUkBeh

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 7, 2023

Kompany didn't disappoint and got the team back to the Premier League in their first attempt, with a decent seven games to spare. Burnley has also broken a few records this season including top scorer, best defense, best away record, and best home record in the Championship. Kompany's old coach at Man City, Pep Guardiola said that he could coach Man City one day. Pep said, "Vincent will be City coach one day, it's written in the stars".

How Many Matches Has Burnley Won?

Burnley stands at the top of the 2022/23 English Football League - Championship, with a total of 80 points from 36 games. With 23 victories, 11 draws, and 2 losses, they have an impressive track record. Burnley has scored 71 goals, with an xG (Expected Goals) of 56.7, and conceded 28 goals, with an xGA (Expected Goals against) of 33.7.

Key Players and Contributors

Burnley's success this season was due in no small part to the contributions of their key players. Nathan Teller has been most impactful, scoring 19 goals for Burnley this season, and is their top scorer. Defenders Taylor Harwood-Bellis and Jordan Beyer have also been crucial, especially in ensuring Burnley's defense remains strong enough to wade off any attacks. Jack Cork has also been phenomenal as captain of the team and has shown good leadership throughout the season.

How Vincent Kompany Transformed Burnley

In addition to their key players, Burnley's success this season was also due to the contributions of their manager, Vincent Kompany. The former Manchester City player took over as Burnley's manager at the start of the season and has implemented a playing style that emphasizes possession and attacking play. Kompany also emphasized the signing of new players both in the attacking position and also in defense.

Promotion back to the #PL at the first attempt! 👏

We'll see you soon, @BurnleyOfficial! Congratulations! pic.twitter.com/eMagjOLgM8

— Premier League (@premierleague) April 7, 2023

Kompany was very strategic in his signings and brought on players he's known from his previous clubs, or those he'd seen to have the talent for top-flight football, such as Josh Cullen from his former club Anderlecht. On top of selecting the right players, Kompany brought on former Man City teammate Craig Bellamy, who was crucial in helping him bring Man City's winning mentality and solid football to Burnley.

What Promotion Means for Burnley FC

Promotion to the Premier League for Burnley means more than just playing in the top flight of English football. It also brings with it financial rewards, increased exposure, and a boost to the club's reputation. The financial benefits of being in the Premier League are significant, with clubs earning millions of pounds from TV rights and sponsorship deals. This increased revenue can be used to invest in the club, whether it be through player recruitment or stadium development.

Back at the FIRST time of asking! 💪

LOOK WHAT IT MEANS! pic.twitter.com/Fq504odTxs

— Sky Sports Football (@SkyFootball) April 7, 2023

In addition to the financial benefits, playing in the Premier League also brings with it increased exposure. The Premier League is one of the most-watched football leagues in the world, with millions of fans tuning in to watch the games each week. This increased exposure can help to raise the club's profile and attract new fans from around the globe.

Celebrating Promotion

For Burnley FC and its fans, this promotion means everything. The club has a rich history and a loyal fan base, and this promotion represents a new chapter in the club's story. It shows that, despite setbacks and challenges, hard work and perseverance can lead to success.

WE ARE PREMIER LEAGUE, YES WE ARE PREMIER LEAGUE!

— Burnley FC (@BurnleyOfficial) April 7, 2023

A Stronger Burnley for the Premier League

Burnley FC's promotion back to the Premier League is a story of perseverance and dedication. The team faced challenges and setbacks, but their hard work and resilience ultimately paid off. Promotion to the Premier League brings with it financial rewards, increased exposure, and a boost to the club's reputation. For Burnley FC and its fans, this promotion represents a new chapter in the club's story, and one that they can celebrate and be proud of for years to come.

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