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Chirewa scores as Wolves continue Burnley's home winless streak

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 16, 2026, 9:45 PM

Last updated Oct 16, 2026

Chirewa scores as Wolves continue Burnley's home winless streak

Summary

Tawanda Chirewa scored just seconds after coming on as a substitute, helping Wolves turn the match around against Burnley at Turf Moor on October 16, 2026. The home side suffered their 21st consecutive match without a win. Chirewa's goal came in the 72nd minute after Mateus Mané capitalized on a defensive error. Burnley had previously taken the lead in the match, but Wolves' strong response highlights ongoing struggles for the home team.

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By the Numbers

•Chirewa replaced Sean Neave in the 72nd minute before scoring.
•Wolves came from behind to equalize and take the lead.
•Burnley has not won a home match in 21 games.
•Mateus Mané's assist set up Chirewa's immediate impact.

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What they're saying

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The Wolves substitute Tawanda Chirewa struck within seconds of coming off the bench as César Peixoto’s side came from behind to extend Burnley’s home misery at Turf Moor to 21 games without a win. Chirewa had just replaced Sean Neave in the 72nd minute when Mateus Mané pounced on Igor Julio’s heavy touch and sent the 23-year-old Zimbabwe international through to strike an angled shot, which flew into the net despite Gregoire Coudert getting his hands to the effort. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Press Association

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