- Burnley moved to within a point of first place thanks to a header from Zian Flemming
- The 26-year-old Dutchman celebrated in style once the confrontation was over.
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Fans have praised Burnley midfielder Zian Flemming for his celebration after East Lancashire's derby victory over Blackburn.
The Clarets claimed a 1-0 victory at Ewood Park to move closer to Championship leaders Leeds.
Flemming's header on the hour mark made the difference and he looked to have enjoyed victory when he draped his shirt over a Blackburn corner flag and displayed it at full time.
And fans praised the 26-year-old Dutchman, with one message: “Great goal, great lad,” while another said “Great scenes.”
A third fan added on
Saturday's victory left Burnley just one point behind Leeds and manager Scott Parker was delighted.
Fans praised Burnley midfielder Zian Flemming for his celebration against Burnley.
The Dutchman put his shirt over a Blackburn corner flag and displayed it after full time.
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He said: 'It's satisfying and, to be fair, also a relief. Obviously I haven't been here long and today's game is a local derby.
'I quickly realized when I first walked in, it was what everyone told me.
“I experienced it very early in the season with the home day and I certainly felt it today.
'From the moment we entered the stadium, hostile place, intense atmosphere like the one local derbies bring.
“I'm delighted that we managed to get the three points.”