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Where Nicky Hayen ranks in the shortest managerial reigns in Burnley history

Nicky Hayen lasted just 106 days as Burnley boss…

By Matt Scrafton · Burnley Express

Published: Monday, 26 October 2026 at 12:30 PM

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Nicky Hayen's 106-day tenure is officially the shortest permanent managerial reign in Burnley's history.
Hayen was dismissed following a 4-1 defeat to Lincoln City, leaving Burnley in the Championship's bottom three.
The Belgian manager secured only one victory across 12 Championship league matches during his spell.

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Nicky Hayen's departure after just 106 days officially marks the shortest permanent managerial reign in Burnley history. The Belgian coach was sacked following a 4-1 defeat to Lincoln City, which left the Clarets sitting in the Championship relegation zone. Hayen managed just one win in 12 league matches after taking over in July.

Hayen eclipsed Martin Buchan's 1985 tenure of 110 days, though Buchan still holds the record for the fewest games managed at 13 compared to Hayen's 14. Other brief tenures in club history include Billy Dougall at 215 days, John Benson at 270 days, and Tommy Cavanagh at 272 days.

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Where Nicky Hayen ranks in the shortest managerial reigns in Burnley history

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