Bolton Wanderers were held to a 1-1 draw by Burnley in their Boxing Day Championship fixture. The result at the Toughsheet Community Stadium leaves Ian Evatt's side looking for more consistency as the season progresses.
Zian Flemming scored for the hosts, taking his tally for the campaign. The forward was a constant threat, registering four shots on target during the match. Burnley found an equaliser to ensure the points were shared in this Lancashire encounter.
Match statistics
Bolton's approach was direct, leading the division in long balls with 74. They attempted 14.5 tackles, succeeding with eight, but were edged in possession. Burnley completed more passes and had more shots overall.
| Statistic | Bolton Wanderers | Burnley |
|---|---|---|
| Shots | 8 | 11 |
| Shots on Target | 3 | 4 |
| Goals | 1 | 1 |
| Passes | 404.5 | 438.5 |
| Completed Passes | 313 | 367.5 |
| Long Balls | 74 | 42 |
| Tackles Succeeded | 8 | 6 |
| Fouls | 8.5 | 8 |
The defensive unit, including Gaizka Larrazabal who played the full 90 minutes, worked to contain a Burnley attack that averages 1.5 goals per game. Larrazabal kept his discipline, avoiding a booking in a physical contest.
This was the first meeting between the sides since February 2016, when Burnley won 2-1. The draw extends Bolton's run without a win in this particular fixture. Fans can check the team's upcoming schedule on the fixtures page to see when they next aim for three points.
The point leaves Bolton Wanderers with work to do to climb the standings. Their next match provides an immediate opportunity to build momentum.
