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Burnley
Who was scheduled to be Burnley's away sponsor in 2003-04? | For Burnley #1 Fans (truck2003) |
VK Vodka Kick. For the first time ever Burnley will have two different sponsors. 1 home and 1 away.
Who was Burnleys first million pound signing? | Burnley FC (claret05) |
Ian Moore. Ian Moore is son of Ronnie Moore, who was the Rotherham manager.
Who was Burnley's first manager in their history? | Burnley FC History (silverginger) |
Arthur F Sutcliffe. Sutcliffe managed the club from 1893-96.
Who was Assistant Manager to Stan Ternent? | Burnley FC (claret05) |
Sam Ellis. Sam Ellis and Stan Ternent were also together at Bury.
Who is the "Natural Born Claret"? | Burnley FC (claret05) |
Andy Payton . Born in Padiham, and a life long supporter of the club. He's played in 176 matches for the Clarets, scoring 81 goals.
Who did Burnley beat on the last day of the 1999-2000 season to ensure promotion to Division One? | Burnley FC (claret05) |
Scunthorpe United. In the 2001-02 season, Burnley finished 7th, missing out on a playoff place buy just 1 goal.
Who did Burnley beat in a Division One game to set the record for their biggest league win in 1892? | Burnley FC History (silverginger) |
Darwen United. The game took place on January 9, 1892.
Who beat Burnley 2-0 in 1/4 final of the 2002-03 season's FA Cup? | For Burnley #1 Fans (truck2003) |
Watford. BFC had had bad cup runs until 2003 when they reached the 1/4 finals after beating Fulham.
Which season saw Burnley become League Champions for the first time? | Burnley FC History (silverginger) |
1920-21. Burnley won the Division One title with 59 points, 5 clear of second placed Manchester City, who had 54.
Which club did Burnley sign Andy Payton from in 1998? | Burnley FC History (silverginger) |
Huddersfield Town. Peyton was born and bred in the area, and started his career in 1985 with Hull City, but it wasn't until 13 years later that he signed for the team he supported as a youngster.
When were Burnley formed? | Burnley FC (claret05) |
1882. Burnley are one of the oldest League clubs in England.
What year were Burnley founded?
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1882. Burnley were formed in 1882, 6 years before the League was formed.
What year did Burnley win the FA Cup for the first time? | For Burnley #1 Fans (truck2003) |
1914. This was the only time they won the cup in the 20th century, but were beaten finalists on a number of occasions.
What song did the Burnley team run out to in the 2002-03 season? | Burnley FC (claret05) |
Elevation. The Burnley mascots are Bertie and Bumble Bee!
What position did Burnley finish in in 1999-2000 season? | For Burnley #1 Fans (truck2003) |
2nd. Arguably Burnley's best season for 20 years. In that year Andy Payton the 'Natural Born Claret' notched over 30 goals.
What is the name of Burnley's ground? | For Burnley #1 Fans (truck2003) |
Turf Moor. Burnley have played at Turf Moor for over 50 years.
What home colour did Burnley play in, primarily, during the 2002-03 season? | For Burnley #1 Fans (truck2003) |
Claret and Blue. Burnley were one of the first clubs worldwide to play in Claret and Blue shirts.
Stan Ternent, who was Burnley's manager during the 2002-03 season had a book. What was it called? | Burnley FC (claret05) |
Stan the Man. All the money raised from the selling of the book went straight back into the club.
In what year were Burnley formed? | Burnley FC History (silverginger) |
1882. The club were originally called Burnley Rovers, but quickly changed to just Burnley FC.
In what position did the Clarets finish in the league in the 2002-03 season? | Burnley FC (claret05) |
16th. Burnley made two shock signings in 2000 and 2002, Ian Wright and Paul Gascoigne!
How many games (including subsitute appearances) did Paul Gascoigne play for the club in season 2001-02? | Burnley FC History (silverginger) |
6. 'Gazza' was one of the most naturally gifted players England had seen in the 1990's, and signed for the club on a free transfer from Everton until the end of the season.
Glen Litte wore what number shirt in 2003? | For Burnley #1 Fans (truck2003) |
7. Since Glen signed from Glentoran he has worn the number 7 shirt.
Gareth Taylor scored how many goals in the 2002-03 season? | For Burnley #1 Fans (truck2003) |
17. Gareth Taylor notched 17 goals last season.
Did Burnley play at Turf Moor throughout the 20th century? | Burnley FC History (silverginger) |
Yes. In the 19th century, the club played at Calder Vale for two years before moving into Turf Moor.
Burnleys' assistant manager in the 2002-03 season was Glenn Hoddle? | For Burnley #1 Fans (truck2003) |
False. Burnleys real assistant manager was Sam Ellis, whos son tragically died in a car crash in the year 2002.
Burnleys closest geographical rivals are? | Burnley FC (claret05) |
Bradford. Bradford City may be the closest geographically, but Blackburn Rovers are Burnleys main rivals.
Burnley needed a win on the final day of the 1986-87 season to save them from being relegated from the Football League, and won their final game 2-1. Who was the unfortunate team to be relegated? | Burnley FC History (silverginger) |
Lincoln City. Burnley beat Orient 2-1 at Turf Moor, but Lincoln lost to Swansea City 2-0, and with it went their League status.
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