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Burnley stunned as Bluebirds battle back from 4-1 down to win 5-4

Cardiff came from 4-1 down to snatch a dramatic 5-4 win against Burnley in a second successive goal-fest in the Welsh capital.

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 9:45 AM
Burnley stunned as Bluebirds battle back from 4-1 down to win 5-4
Key Things to Know
  • Cardiff City mounted an improbable comeback from 4-1 down to defeat Burnley 5-4.
  • Alex Robertson sealed the Bluebirds' victory with a 30-yard wonder goal after scoring an earlier own goal.
  • Substitute Yousef Salech scored twice and Jack Moylan added a penalty to spark the second-half revival.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Cardiff City secured a dramatic 5-4 victory over Burnley after fighting back from a 4-1 deficit at Cardiff City Stadium. Burnley initially took control with goals from Andreas Hountondji, Marcus Edwards, and Largie Ramazani, alongside an Alex Robertson own goal, while Ollie Tanner scored for the hosts.

Brian Barry-Murphy's side mounted an improbable second-half comeback through two goals from substitute Yousef Salech and a penalty from Jack Moylan. Robertson then redeemed his earlier miscue by curling home a spectacular 30-yard winner, leaving Burnley four points from safety in the relegation zone.

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