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Forward secures point in late equaliser at Turf Moor

2023-02-14T23:21:34.735Z

OBAFEMI OVER THE MOON WITH FIRST GOAL

Forward secures point in late equaliser at Turf Moor

2023-02-14T23:21:34.735Z

Forward secures point in late equaliser at Turf Moor

Michael Obafemi's 95h minute goal ensured Burnley maintained their unbeaten Championship run on Tuesday, when the Clarets hosted Watford.

João Pedro opened the scoring on the 31 minute, however the home side dug deep throughout before the forward, who joined in the January transfer window brought Turf Moor to it's feet with the equaliser.

Speaking post-match on the atmosphere in the dressing room come the final whistle, he added: “It’s a good atmosphere, obviously we come away with a point and that’s the main thing. The boys dug deep until the last minute.

“I thought Lyle was going to put it in the back of the net but thankfully it dropped to me, it just came off my shin and hit the back of the net. I try my best to do everything I can to help the team.”

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The Clarets have had to show fighting spirit throughout the Championship campaign so far, and Obafemi says he believes the show of strength and character is there for all to see.

“I mean it’s amazingly strong as everyone could see out there today. I’m just thankful that I could get the goal and I feel like it’s a valuable point in an amazing season that we’re having. I feel like the game is put behind us now and we look forward to Saturday.”

The forward also praised the fans for their constant backing of the team and the value this brings to the players whilst on the pitch.

“I saw Barnsey’s interview earlier, the fans have been like the twelfth man this season. I’ve only just come in in January and I can already see how amazing they’ve been. I’m just happy that they're such amazing fans and they’ve welcomed me.”

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Finally, the forward spoke positively about settling into life in claret and blue.

"I’m settling in well, the boys are welcoming, obviously Nathan - you saw our celebration earlier. That was a top celebration actually! I already feel part of the family. I’m enjoying myself; I’m loving every minute and I just can’t wait to make more memories in the shirt.

"Moving clubs during the season was a tough transition after not playing for a couple of months. I’ve started to regain my fitness and trying to earn a place in the team. That’s what football’s about - competition. If you didn’t have competition, it would be too easy for you. I feel competition is what I need to make myself play better and that’s the main thing."