What goes up must come down: can Burnley, Leeds and Sunderland buck trend?
The article discusses the challenges faced by newly promoted teams in the Premier League, particularly Burnley, Leeds, and Sunderland, in avoiding the fate of recent promoted clubs that have struggled to stay in the top flight. The article highlights that one of the key reasons for the trend of promoted teams going straight back down is the need to adjust from dominating possession in the Championship to having much less of the ball in the Premier League. This may not be as much of a concern for Burnley, as their style of play may be better suited to the Premier League's demands. The article suggests that there are numerous reasons behind the growing trend of promoted teams struggling to maintain their Premier League status, and it remains to be seen whether Burnley, Leeds, and Sunderland can buck this trend in the upcoming season.
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