4 things we learned from Burnley v Stoke City

Brilliant Boyd

The former Hull City man is player who is not one to hog the limelight and will sometimes sacrifice his own game for that of the team.

He optimises the synergy that vibrates throughout this Burnley side, where the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.

“He’s a real team player, and the fans have come to appreciate that, he gives every inch of himself and he has got quality, it was a sublime finish,” purred Dyche post-match.

The 31-year-old takes a lot of stick from sections of the Burnley fan base, and sometimes with good cause.

One can often get frustrated that Boyd’s ability on the ball, does not match his undoubted industry.

You always believe there is there is more to come from a player capped twice by Scotland, as his final ball lacks cutting edge at times. His finish for the goal showed what the winger can do if he gets into the right areas.