Burnley delivered a devastating blow to Wolverhampton Wanderers with a stoppage-time winner at Molineux, deepening the hosts' crisis in a thrilling 3-2 Premier League encounter. Substitute Lyle Foster became the Clarets' hero in the 95th minute, capitalizing on a defensive lapse to slot past goalkeeper Sam Johnstone and secure three vital points.
The visitors dominated early proceedings as Zian Flemming struck twice before halftime - first with a spectacular 14th-minute volley from Quilindschy Hartman's pinpoint cross, then tapping home a 30th-minute rebound. Wolves responded through Jorgen Strand Larsen's composed penalty (42') after Josh Cullen's foul, before Marshall Munetsi completed the first-half turnaround with a header in added time.
Both sides struggled to create clear chances after the break until Foster's late intervention. The match concluded in controversy as Wolves manager Vitor Pereira clashed with home supporters during post-match jeers, while Burnley's Martin Dubravka preserved the win with a last-second save from Santiago Bueno.
Pereira defended his squad post-match: "The players fought until the end - they deserve backing despite results. We must focus on tactical improvements to change our situation." Wolves captain Strand Larsen acknowledged fan frustrations: "We understand the anger. Our performances haven't met standards - only hard work will rebuild trust."
The result leaves Wolves rooted to the Premier League basement, six points from safety, while Burnley climb five points clear of relegation. Scott Parker's Clarets recorded their first away victory of the campaign, with the manager praising his team's resilience: "These moments define seasons. We showed the character required to survive."
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