Burnley Express

The Burnley Express is a local newspaper serving Burnley, Padiham, and nearby regions in England. It publishes two editions each week, on Tuesdays and Fridays, with Friday's edition being the more extensive one. Established in 1877, it is currently part of the Johnston Press group. There is also a version called the Padiham Express, which includes several pages dedicated to Padiham. Many articles and features from the paper can also be found on its website.

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Burnley Women to remain in third tier after being unsuccessful in their attempt to fill Blackburn Rovers void

1 day ago | burnleyexpress.net | Matt Scrafton

Burnley Women have been unsuccessful in their attempt to fill the void left by fierce rivals Blackburn Rovers in the second tier of English football. The Clarets recently announced they are to turn full-time professional from next season, with chairman Alan Pace “committed to supporting the acceleration and growth of women’s football”.
Former Burnley boss among early frontrunners for Middlesbrough job after Michael Carrick sacking

1 day ago | burnleyexpress.net | Matt Scrafton

Middlesbrough are on the lookout for a new boss after opting to part ways with Michael Carrick after a disappointing Championship campaign. Despite holding Burnley to two draws last season, the Riverside outfit could only finish the season in 10th place, four points off the play-offs.
Burnley's out-of-contract star makes final cut for England's U21 Euros squad amid Strasbourg links

1 day ago | burnleyexpress.net | Matt Scrafton

Burnley’s CJ Egan-Riley has made the final cut for England Under-21s’ squad for this summer’s European Championships. The defender was previously named in an initial 29-man preparation squad that has been put through its pace at St George’s Park in recent days. Lee Carsley has now whittled that group down to a final 23 and Egan-Riley, who has only been capped twice by the Under-21s, is included.
'I wanted to move': Burnley's James Trafford addresses last summer's failed Newcastle United switch

1 day ago | burnleyexpress.net | Matt Scrafton

James Trafford has confirmed what many Burnley fans had already suspected – that he wanted to leave the club last summer. The 22-year-old was close to joining Newcastle United this time last year after the Clarets had been relegated from the Premier League under Vincent Kompany. Reports at the time suggested personal terms had been agreed to take Trafford to St James’ Park, but the Magpies and Burnley were unable to to agree on a fee.
'Where we belong': Burnley director discusses the club's readiness for the Premier League

1 day ago | burnleyexpress.net | Matt Scrafton

Burnley have always been equipped to deal with the Premier League – now they just need to go and do it. That’s the emphatic message delivered by Clarets director Mike Smith following the club’s impressive promotion from the Championship. The club was under real pressure to secure an instant return to the top flight and Scott Parker didn’t disappoint, as the Clarets finished in second place with a remarkable 100 points to their name.
Burnley in surprise link to former defender as Leeds United and Wolves circle

2 days ago | burnleyexpress.net | Matt Scrafton

Burnley are reported to be interested in a shock return for former defender Dara O’Shea. The Republic of Ireland international suffered relegation with Ipswich Town this season after leaving Turf Moor to join Kieran McKenna’s side. It followed a protracted transfer saga which also saw top flight rivals Brentford show a strong interest. It’s been a tough two seasons for the 26-year-old, who also endured the pain of relegation with Burnley under Vincent Kompany during the 2023/24 campaign.
Burnley confirm pre-season plans as Clarets reveal unnamed 'high profile' Turf Moor friendly

2 days ago | burnleyexpress.net | Matt Scrafton

Burnley will take on an as yet unnamed “high profile” opponent at Turf Moor this summer as part of their pre-season schedule. The club have confirmed that Scott Parker’s side will return for the start of pre-season training at Gawthorpe on Monday, June 30. The Clarets will spend the first two weeks of pre-season at their training base before jetting off to Portugal for a week-long training camp between July 13-20.
Burnley's Luca Koleosho handed U21 European Championships boost after making final cut

2 days ago | burnleyexpress.net | Matt Scrafton

Burnley’s Luca Koleosho will feature at this summer’s Under-21 European Championships after making the final cut for Italy’s squad. The 20-year-old was included in the Azzurrini’s initial 28-man training squad ahead of the tournament, which takes place in Slovakia. That squad has now been whittled down to a final 23 and Koleosho has made the cut. Italy’s Under-21 stars will face the Under-20 team in a behind-closed-doors test match on Friday in Tirrenia before leaving on Sunday for Slovakia.
What Scott Parker has previously said about Burnley's summer transfer plans

2 days ago | burnleyexpress.net | Matt Scrafton

It’s been a quiet few weeks for Burnley since the end of the 2024/25 season. So far, the only moves that have been completed involve four loanees from Burnley’s promotion-winning campaign. Bashir Humphreys, Jaidon Anthony, Marcus Edwards and Zian Flemming have all become permanent signings following their positive contributions to Burnley’s second-place finish.
Burnley assistant Jonathan Hill discusses his relationship with Scott Parker and his move to Turf Moor

2 days ago | burnleyexpress.net | Matt Scrafton

One man who doesn’t get much of the limelight at Burnley is Scott Parker’s trusted right-hand man Jonathan Hill. The Clarets assistant is working with Parker for the fourth time in his coaching career, having also joined him in the dugout at Fulham, Bournemouth and Club Brugge. Hill, who was educated in Lancaster, first got to know Parker during his time working at Tottenham, when the Clarets boss was taking his first steps in the coaching game with Spurs’ academy.