Summary
Mansfield, a team from the lower League One division, defeated Burnley, a Premier League team, in the FA Cup, adding pressure on Burnley's manager, Scott Parker. Burnley has recently struggled, winning only two of their last 19 games, and this defeat intensified speculation about Parker's future with the team.
Key Facts
- Mansfield beat Burnley with a late free-kick, winning 1-0 in the FA Cup.
- Burnley, a Premier League team, has won only two of their last 19 matches.
- The team is nine points away from safety in the Premier League standings.
- Scott Parker, Burnley’s manager, faces criticism and pressure regarding his job.
- Parker made nine changes to his team for the match against Mansfield, leading to negative reactions.
- Burnley fans expressed their disappointment with boos during the match.
- Chairman Alan Pace has angered some fans with recent comments and is currently unpopular.
- The FA Cup was Burnley fans’ remaining hope for some success amid a tough season.
