Burnley Shines with Record Defensive Streak

Burnley, managed by Scott Parker, has been making headlines with an impressive defensive record in the Championship, achieving 11 consecutive clean sheets and conceding only nine goals in 33 games. This feat is part of a friendly wager between Burnley's goalkeeper James Trafford and NFL star JJ Watt, where Watt jokingly promised to come out of retirement if Trafford continued to keep clean sheets. The team has undergone significant changes, with over 30 players coming and going, and young players like Trafford, Maxime Esteve, and CJ Egan-Riley excelling. Despite their defensive prowess, Parker insists that the ultimate goal is promotion, aiming to maintain a balance between solid defense and effective attack. Burnley's transformation is proving successful as they sit third in the Championship, with Trafford's performances earning him accolades such as the Sky Bet Championship Player of the Month. Meanwhile, Burnley's unbeaten run against Sheffield Wednesday continues, adding to their momentum in the league.