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Arsene Wenger Guard of Honour Burnley
Arsene Wenger received a guard of honour in his final home game

#4 What next for Burnley and Sean Dyche?

Burnley v Brighton and Hove Albion - Premier League
Sean Dyche has done well to take Burnley up to seventh place

Before the game, Burnley were just three points behind Arsenal - although the Gunners did have a game in hand. It was the perfect opportunity for Sean Dyche and his team to put pressure on Arsenal by spoiling the farewell party and coming away with three points.

But this result now leaves them six points behind with the goal difference also too great to overcome. The Clarets will finish the season in seventh place - which is still a highly commendable achievement for the side whose resources are just a fraction of the top six.

The seventh-place finish now allows them to qualify for the Europa League. However, their summer will not be as long as the rest of the clubs. The two-legged tie will see them play their second qualifying round matches on 26 July and 2 August.

Most mid-table teams who participate in the Europa League have found it tough to sustain their form in two competitions over the course of the season. Only time will tell whether Dyche is up to the task.

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