It was Fulham's first win at Turf Moor in 30 attempts dating back to April 1951 and extended Burnley's longest losing run in the league since they lost eight straight during the 1994-95 season, when they suffered relegation to the third tier.

Recovering United States left back Antonee Robinson was handed his first Premier League start of the season by Fulham.

Fulham boss Marco Silva told BBC Sport after their 3-2 victory against Burnley: "Big one. It's a difficult place to come. It doesn't matter if they're on a bad run. We know if you're on a bad run how much you want to change it.

At Fulham, a superb opening goal by Eddie Nketiah was cancelled out by Harry Wilson’s equally brilliant finish, but Marc Guehi was there late on to head home after evading marker Josh King to secure a 2-1 win.

Two English Premier League clubs with differing goals meet up on Sunday in London, as Fulham gets set to host Crystal Palace. Expectations were limited for Crystal Palace heading to the season, but a series of solid performances have helped keep the club near the top of the table.

Burnley boss Scott Parker told BBC Sport after their 3-2 defeat against Fulham: "Frustrating. Disappointed. I've stood in front of you guys for the first 15 or 16 games with the same message.