DEBUTANT Ian Maatsen curled Burnley’s early winner as Vincent Kompany’s new side launched the new season in dominant style.
The relegated Clarets should have bagged more goals as they outclassed play-off losers Huddersfield in an impressive start for Manchester City legend Kompany.
PAIan Maatsen fires the first goal of the Championship season with an early opener for relegated Burnley at play-off losers Huddersfield[/caption]
Burnley’s Ian Maatsen, the left-back on loan from Chelsea, celebrates his debut goal after his 18th minute breakthroughRex
Maatsen’s winner underlined Burnley’s class at Championship level.
Neat passing appeared to have broken down but Maatsen latched onto a loose ball to drill home from 18 yards.