LITTLE: His switch back to the right flank brought the best out of the winger, who was mercurial in the second half when he did just enough to edge John Mullin out of top billing...9

COOK: After a quiet start, his quality on the ball shone through again...7

COOKE: Took some punishment but was always available to receive the ball and help open up the Cardiff defence...7 PAYTON: Denied by one top-class save, the striker was always in the danger zone without getting the break he need to score...7

MULLIN: Picked up where he left off at Derby with some incisive running and nicely timed runs into the box...9

SUBSTITUTES

BRANCH: One of his best performances for Burnley, he made the most of an extended run-out on the left flank...8

JOHNROSE: Scored the winner with his first touch and stated a strong case for inclusion on Boxing Day...7

JEPSON: Customary late show from Jepson to help see the job through

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