'The game panned out just like we wanted it to' — Burnley boss Sean Dyche after victory at Brighton

Sean Dyche. Picture by PW Sporting Photography

Burnley manager Sean Dyche was impressed by how his side executed his game plan against Brighton this evening.

The Clarets, who started the game in the relegation zone despite being unbeaten in six league games, relieved some pressure with a 3-1 victory to move level on points with their opponents.

Dyche said: "I am pleased with the mentality of the group. We've had some very good performances but today was a different kind of performance.

"I think they [Brighton] are a really good side. We felt they were going to have the ball and try to dominate the game.

"We had to be resilient and do all the basic things well. We needed key players to play well and for us to take chances, and it did pan out just like that.

"It was a very good performance from a manager's point of view. You need to defend resolutely, do the basics well and take your chances and I thought we did that today.

"Every part of the season is the business end. Every win is important. It is so difficult in the Premier League."

Burnley had Tom Heaton to thank for providing them a platform to go and win the game, with the English goalkeeper pulling off several outstanding saves to keep the hosts at bay.