Laws relieved with vital victory

07 February 2010 10:39
Burnley boss Brian Laws hailed "a huge three points" after the Clarets withstood late West Ham pressure to claim their first win in 13 Barclays Premier League games. Goals from David Nugent and Danny Fox put the hosts in control at Turf Moor before Hammers debutant Ilan set up a nervy finish. The 2-1 victory was the first for Laws since taking over from Owen Coyle and he insisted his side's performance proved they have what it takes to secure survival. Laws said: "It was a huge three points and when you talk about games you have to win this was one of them. There was so much pressure but the players were magnificent. "David Nugent scored a fantastic goal and it set the tone of the game. It gave us great belief because we haven't been in this position for such a long time. "We've got to make this an uncomfortable place for any team coming here and the fans play a huge part in that. To play under that kind of pressure proves the players can get results."

Source: PA