Burnley and Everton played out a 0-0 stalemate at Turf Moor in the Premier League on Saturday, with both sides missing key chances to secure a win. The Clarets dominated possession but failed to convert opportunities, while the Toffees were hampered by absences including star winger Jack Grealish due to illness. The result leaves Burnley six points from safety and Everton in 11th place.
The match at Turf Moor saw Burnley create numerous chances but ultimately settle for a point against Everton. Scott Parker's side registered 16 shots without a single one on target, marking the third time in Premier League history they have had 15 or more attempts without troubling the goalkeeper. Jacob Bruun Larsen missed a golden opportunity just before the hour mark, lifting the ball over the bar after Marcus Edwards played him through. Later, Zian Flemming struck the post with a shot around Jordan Pickford in the 90th minute, though the offside flag was raised on what appeared a tight call.
Everton, managed by David Moyes, offered limited threat in attack, with Charly Alcaraz coming closest via a first-half header straight at Martin Dubravka and a second-half overhead kick similarly saved. Beto also failed to convert a cross from Tyler Dibling early on, while Dubravka denied efforts from Beto and Thierno Barry later. The Toffees had a late penalty claim rejected when Dibling's strike hit Jaidon Anthony's arm.
Absences plagued Everton: Jack Grealish sat out with a virus contracted over Christmas, having featured in 16 of their 17 league games this season. The squad was further depleted by injuries to Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and the Africa Cup of Nations call-ups for Iliman Ndiaye and Idrissa Gueye. Moyes noted post-match: "We didn't play well enough today to earn more than that," acknowledging Burnley's resilience at home.
Parker praised his young team's endeavour after seven straight defeats, stating: "We were well worthy of the three points today... it's certainly progression for us." Burnley climb to back-to-back draws, remaining 19th and six points from safety. Everton drop to 11th, four points shy of Champions League spots. This was Everton's 112th 0-0 Premier League draw, a competition record.
