Burnley Thrash Millwall 5-1 to Advance in FA Cup Third Round

11 January 2026 Football

Commanding Victory Ends Burnley’s Winless Streak

Ashley Barnes scored twice as Burnley put their Premier League worries on hold to cruise into the fourth round of the FA Cup with a 5-1 win over Millwall. The match, played at Turf Moor on 10 January 2026, provided much-needed relief for Scott Parker’s side, who had been enduring a difficult campaign in the top flight.

Barnes Leads the Way in Dominant Display

Ashley Barnes opened the scoring after 11 minutes, finishing calmly from six yards following a square ball from Jacob Bruun Larsen. The 36-year-old scored his first goal of the season early on and added his second midway through the second half as the blundering Lions gifted a confident home side the most emphatic of wins.

Loum Tchaouna doubled the lead in the 35th minute with a low strike from the edge of the box, and Anthony put the hosts 3-0 up just before half-time after Bruun Larsen’s second assist set him up. Boss Scott Parker made eight changes to the side that started in Wednesday’s 2-2 draw with Manchester United and they did not disappoint, as further goals from Loum Tchaouna and Jaidon Anthony put them out of sight by half-time.

Second-Half Domination Continues

The second half saw Burnley maintain their dominance. Barnes added his second midway through the second half, tapping in from close range after a cross from Jaidon Anthony, before Dutch substitute Jaydon Banel netted his first Burnley goal in the 89th minute following another defensive error. The visitors grabbed a late consolation through Josh Coburn in stoppage time, but the game had long been settled.

Significance for Both Clubs

The Clarets, struggling in the Premier League and without a win in 12 games, made light work of the Lions. This comprehensive victory provides Burnley with a much-needed confidence boost as they battle relegation concerns in the Premier League. Ashley Barnes scores twice as Scott Parker’s Clarets reach the fourth round for the third time in four seasons, demonstrating that despite their league struggles, the FA Cup remains a competition where Burnley can compete effectively. For Championship side Millwall, the heavy defeat ends their cup hopes early, allowing them to refocus on their league campaign.