High Praise for Birthday Boy and Burnley Hero, South Africa’s Lyle Foster

High Praise for Birthday Boy and Burnley Hero, South Africa’s Lyle Foster

Byron Pillay
updated at September 3, 2023 at 2:51 PM
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  • South Africa's Lyle Foster has scored two goals in two games for Burnley this season
  • Fans are loving the performances of Burnley's newest striker after he scored against Spurs
  • Foster has received high praise from supporters as he celebrated his 23rd birthday

Lyle Foster is making a name for himself in the English Premier League.

The South African striker was again on target for the Clarets and is earning high praise for his performances.

Lyle Foster after scoring for Burnley.
Lyle Foster is earning high praise from fans for his performances for Burnley. Image: Nick Potts.
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Foster scored his second goal of the new season when he netted within four minutes of the clash against Tottenham Hotspur, News24 reported, but it was all in vain. Spurs would go on to win 5-2, but Foster’s performance have caught the eye of many.

It's not just South Africans who are falling in love with the attacker, as Burnley supporters have also sung his praises.

With the club celebrating his 23rd birthday, fans have taken the moment to pay tribute to their new signing.

@M_o_n_d_z:

“Happy birthday jou lekker ding.”

@TheBurnleyWay:

”Happy birthday to the best striker in the Premier League @LBFoster9🎉”

@MCRClarets:

“Happy Birthday Lyle. So wonderful to see all the hard work is paying off now. You've been Dynamite this season🔥Hope you have a fantastic day! UTC.”

@4real_farrell_:

“Happy Birthday my guy!!! What a goal against Spurs yesterday and what a time to celebrate such a milestone! May God continue to accelerate the desires of your heart! Grace to you bro! ✝️🤍”

Foster himself took to social media to thank everyone for the well wishes and give glory to God as well.

Foster scores first English Premier League goal

Lyle Foster has scored his first goal in the English Premier League.

The South African attacker, who joined Burnley in the January transfer window, has finally bagged his first goal in the top flight of English football.

Foster grabbed a stunning goal in Burnley’s game against Aston Villa, to net not only his first goal, but Burnley’s first as well, Sports Brief reported.

Burnley’s hilarious Foster announcement video

English Championship side, Burnley FC announced the signing of South African midfielder Lyle Foster in an incredible cartoon video.

The video introducing the arrival of the player, also featured World Cup winner Lionel Messi and five-time Ballon d'Or winner Ronaldo.

Foster joined Burnley from Belgium Pro League side Westerlo on a four-and-a-half-year deal, Sports Brief reported.

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Byron Pillay
Byron Pillay is a sports writer and Head of the Department at Sports Brief (joined in 2022) with over 10 years of experience in community journalism and a degree in journalism from Caxton's Cadet School.
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