Burnley boss Sean Dyche praised summer signing Wayne Hennessey after the Clarets overcame Newcastle United on penalties in the Carabao Cup. Hennessey denied Allan Saint-Maximin and Miguel Almiron from the spot as the Clarets booked their place in the third round following a goalless draw at St James’ Park. The Welsh goalkeeper – who joined Burnley on a free transfer after leaving Crystal Palace – also made key saves from Jeff Hendrick, Dwight Gayle and Javier Manquillo.
Sean Dyche said: “Generally, we huffed and puffed a bit, but the desire, the mentality, the will, the basics, if you like, saw us through the 90-odd minutes, and then it was a really secure situation with the penalty-takers. They all looked confident and obviously Wayne made two great saves. I thought he was excellent. His general play, his hands, getting used to the group of course as well and then two really good saves during the game – one brilliant save when he spread himself and another good save – and then two good saves in the penalty shoot-out. It was a really pleasing night for him and a pleasing night for us all. The safety of him and the control of him, I thought he was excellent throughout.”
The Clarets will host League Two side Rochdale in the third round, with all ties taking place in the week commencing September 20. Dyche’s men are back in Premier League action on Sunday afternoon when they welcome Leeds United to Turf Moor (KO 2pm).
