Wayne Hennessey
Posted in2021-2022-Season Daily News

#PLStories- Burnley goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey aims to prolong Wales career after reaching 100 caps #BURNLEYFC

March 30, 2022
WAYNE Hennessey is aiming to prolong his Wales career for as long as possible ahead of his 100th cap tonight. Hennessey, who will wear the captain’s armband for the Cardiff friendly with the Czech Republic, becomes the third Welshman after Gareth Bale and record caps holder Chris Gunter to reach the three-figure milestone. Former Wales goalkeeper Neville Southall has urged the Burnley man to set his sights on winning 150 caps for his country. “I’m not sure about 150 but that’s nice coming from Nev,” Hennessey said. “Everyone knows what I think about Nev. He’s my hero. “I’m just going to keep going for as long as I can and represent my country for as long as I can.” It has been a long road for Hennessey, who was released from the Manchester City academy at the age of 16 before joining Wolves. The Anglesey-product has played over 320 senior games for Wolves, Stockport, Yeovil, Crystal Palace and now the Clarets. But being part of Wales’ success and qualifying for two major tournaments – Euro 2016 and Euro 2020 – is what Hennessey will always be associated with. “Every cap is special,” said Hennessey, who made his Wales debut against New Zealand in a May 2007 friendly. “Whenever I step over that white line, it’s a special occasion. “You want to give your best, you’re representing your nation and hopefully I can do it as much as possible. Whenever I’m selected, I’ll do that. “I’ve had so many special moments, qualifying for major tournaments. “Through the years for Wales it never really happened. As a kid growing up it never happened. “But 2016 was special (when Wales reached the semi-finals of the European Championship) and it’s come on leaps and bounds.” Hennessey will lead a much-changed Wales side from the one that beat Austria on Thursday to move within one win of reaching the World Cup in Qatar later this year. Manager Robert Page has promised to make changes with the likes of Bale, Aaron Ramsey and Joe Allen set to be rested. Page wants to give younger members of his squad an opportunity against opponents reeling from their World Cup play-off defeat to Sweden. On handing Hennessey the captaincy, Page said: “Wayne deserves that. “To lead the boys out is a great honour and I would love to give him the armband to do that. “He’s an absolute legend of this football team. For what he’s given to the country over the years, he deserves all of the plaudits he’s going to get.” Clarets on social, plus take out a subscription... Keep up to date with our Burnley coverage on social media by joining us on Facebook and Twitter Gain unlimited access to the Lancashire Telegraph website with a premium digital subscription Or if you want the Telegraph newspaper delivered to your door, get in touch with our home delivery team or call us on 0800 953 0227
Sean Dyche Burnley
Posted in2021-2022-Season Daily News

#PLStories- Burnley boss #SeanDyche praises #WayneHennessey after Newcastle win #BURNLEYFC

August 26, 2021
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. “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," said Dyche. “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).
Wayne Hennessey
Posted in2020-2021-Season Daily News

#PLStories- Burnley sign ex-Crystal Palace and Wales goalkeeper #WayneHennessey #BURNLEYFC

July 21, 2021
Burnley have signed former Crystal Palace goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey on a two-year deal with the option of a further 12 months. The 34-year-old – who has been capped 96 times by Wales – left the Eagles this summer after seven years at Selhurst Park. Hennessey becomes the Clarets’ second signing of the summer following the arrival of Nathan Collins from Stoke City. “There’s a fantastic spirit here and hopefully we’ll do really well this season," said the goalkeeper. “We’ve always known what Burnley are like - a great atmosphere. The lads are superb, always tight and have always played really well together and with Sean Dyche, as well, have an amazing manager. “They’re exciting times and I’m excited to start working with the lads.” Hennessey joins Nick Pope, Bailey Peacock-Farrell and Will Norris in the Clarets' goalkeeping ranks. And goalkeeping coach Billy Mercer is excited to work with the Welshman. “You only have to look at his record,” added Mercer. “He has played 96 times for Wales and 181 Premier League games so far, so he’s got bags of experience. He is a top-class goalkeeper and a great professional. “We’ve done a lot of homework finding out about his background and he is everything you want at a football club. “He is very supportive if he’s not playing, which is vital because we pride ourselves on the team spirit we have here. “He’s a great addition to what we already have as a great group of goalkeepers.”