Burnley Secures Premier League Promotion with 2-1 Victory Over Sheffield United

Burnley secured an immediate return to the Premier League with a 2-1 home win over Sheffield United, thanks to a first-half brace from captain Josh Brownhill. The result guarantees Burnley and Leeds United, who defeated Stoke City 6-0, automatic promotion, leaving Sheffield United to battle for a Premier League spot through the play-offs. Brownhill opened the scoring after capitalizing on a rebound and later restored Burnley's lead from the penalty spot, while Tom Cannon briefly equalized for Sheffield United. Under Scott Parker, Burnley's disciplined and defensively solid approach has seen them concede just 15 goals in 44 games and win all 18 Championship matches when leading at halftime this season. The victory sparked jubilant celebrations at Turf Moor, with Parker achieving his third promotion to the Premier League with a different club. Burnley's resilience and Brownhill's leadership have been key to their swift return to England's top flight.