League One Mansfield Town pulled off a massive FA Cup shock by coming from behind to defeat Premier League Burnley 2-1 at Turf Moor, leaving Scott Parker’s future in doubt.
​Mansfield Town produced an almighty FA Cup upset on Saturday, defeating top-flight Burnley 2-1 at Turf Moor.
Despite their status as League One minnows, the visitors fought back from a goal down to stun Scott Parker’s struggling side.
Louis Reed was the hero for the Stags, curling in a spectacular free-kick to seal a famous victory and send the traveling supporters into raptures.
​The result heaps further pressure on Burnley manager Scott Parker, whose position is under significant threat with the Clarets facing likely relegation.
Mansfield’s triumph follows a weekend of giant-killings, including Macclesfield’s win over Crystal Palace.
As the League One side celebrates reaching the next round, Burnley must now face a mutinous atmosphere at home following one of the most embarrassing results in their recent history.
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