El Burnley is back in the Premier League. After beating Middlesbrough this Good Friday (1-2), they are mathematically promoted to the top flight of English football. The triumph guaranteed Burnley a top-two finish, with still having seven days to play… a show of strength from the ‘Clarets’.
Kompanythe former Manchester City captain, has made a surprising impact since taking over as manager just weeks after Burnley’s relegation last year. They had spent six consecutive seasons among the best in England… and they return after only one year away from the elite.
The team, known in the past for playing direct and pragmatic football, now has a more ‘modern’ and possession-based approach. They lead the league by 11 second-placed points, Sheffield United. Recently, Pep Guardiola has already said he believes Kompany will one day take over the club he has honored for 11 years. (Manchester City) and where he has a statue outside the Etihad Stadium.
