Nathan Collins

An excellent performance against Tottenham. As was expected, Burnley had to rely on Irishmen Nathan Collins and Kevin Long to try and keep a clean sheet against Spurs on Sunday. In the first few minutes, Harry Kane headed an effort that looked like it was heading in, before Collins’ acrobatic...

James Tarkowski believes defensive partner Nathan Collins has the talent to go right to the top. Collins, a summer signing from Stoke, has stepped into the Burnley backline over the past two months in the absence of injured captain Ben Mee and really caught the eye at both ends of the pitch, earning a nomination for Premier League player of the month for April.

Burnley defender Nathan Collins admits he learned a lot from the mauling by Chelsea last weekend and hopes to be able to put that to use in a match of much greater significance on Saturday.The 20-year-old was making only his second start in three months as cover for injured captain Ben Mee when the Clarets conceded four times in the first 24 minutes of the second half.Collins is set to deputise for Mee again at fellow relegation rivals Brentford and he expects a reaction from him and his team-mates.“I learnt a lot. We went over the game and I looked...

A possible opportunity for Nathan Collins. James Tarkowski has been linked with a move to Newcastle United from Burnley (again), potentially opening up the door for Nathan Collins to pounce at Turf Moor. Despite some impressive showings, Collins has often struggled to nail down a regular first-team starting place for...

This could be a great move, even if the man in question stays where he is. Newcastle United are being heavily linked with two central defenders for the January transfer window – Ben Mee and James Tarkowski. The Burnley duo have proved to be a really tough partnership, forming...

Nathan Collins is really impressing for Burnley. Burnley boss Sean Dyche heaped praise on his Ireland international, and defender Nathan Collins after an inspired Premier League performance from the Irish international on Wednesday night. Collins was part of a Burnley backline that secured a clean sheet, and point, on the...

Nathan Collins has had a very impressive month with Burnley. Leixlip teenager Andrew Omobamidele captured the hearts of the nation with his superb defensive performances for the Boys in Green in 2021. Stephen Kenny’s side moved to a three-at-the-back formation this year to fully utilize the team’s fine defensive talent and results belateledy took an upswing. The atmosphere surrounding the Ireland team has improved since September and the future, it must be said, looks increasingly promising.

Nathan Collins set for Man City test. Nathan Collins could face a stern Premier League test this weekend with a start against champions Manchester City. Burnley captain Ben Mee has tested positive for Covid-19 and manager Sean Dyche has been praising Collins while he ponders his team to face Pep Guardiola’s side at the Etihad Stadium on Saturday.

Nathan Collins impressed on his Premier League debut. Nathan Collins had to bide his time to make his Premier League debut for Burnley, but he took his opportunity at the first time of asking, turning in an impressive display. In a relatively dreary 0-0 draw, Collins impressed suitably to cap...

Burnley have made their first signing of the summer in the form of Republic of Ireland Under 21s defender, Nathan Collins. Collins arrives at Turf Moor from Stoke City for an undisclosed fee, as The Clarets look to improve on last season’s somewhat disappointing 17th placed finish. A Premier League...