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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