Burnley sack boss Nicky Hayen amid threat of back-to-back relegations

Burnley Football Club has dismissed head coach Nicky Hayen with immediate effect after a disappointing start to the Championship season. The club's statement explained that the Board had taken the decision following Burnley's 4-1 defeat at Lincoln, their sixth loss in the league this season and a result that has left them third from bottom in the table, just three points from safety.

Hayen, 46, was appointed in July as a replacement for Scott Parker, but has only won one of the 12 league games under his tenure. Prior to his dismissal, Hayen acknowledged the frustration and criticism from the fans, stating that he would keep working hard as long as he had the chance. However, he also hinted that his position might change if the team's results continued to be poor.