Burnley boss explains Pires withdrawal and Ahmedhodzic absence

Burnley manager Fabio Celestini explained that Lucas Pires was substituted due to a knock, while Anel Ahmedhodzic missed the match through illness following a 5-4 defeat against Cardiff City. Pires was taken off in the 65th minute as a precaution while Burnley held a 4-1 lead, before Cardiff mounted a four-goal comeback to secure the win.

Celestini also addressed his decision to leave experienced striker Jamie Vardy on the bench in favor of introducing Zeki Amdouni. Burnley contended with a lengthy absentee list, with eleven other squad members unavailable due to injury or other reasons.