Burnley fans should expect their side to place a far greater significance on set-pieces in the Premier League this season.Read MoreScott Parker singles out Burnley debutant for special praise following Tottenham...One of the biggest takeaways from Saturday’s season opener at Tottenham was how, despite the 3-0 scoreline, the Clarets looked far more threatening from free-kicks, corners and even long throws.Despite storming to automatic promotion from the Championship last term with 100 points to their name, Burnley didn’t particularly impress with their set-pieces.But given the fine margins in the top flight and the growing trend over recent seasons, manager Scott Parker admits it is something his side has worked on heavily over the summer.So much so, striker Zian Flemming even took a late long throw into the Spurs box after coming off the bench, while Kyle Walker had previously been on long-throw duty.Heading into this weekend’s already crucial first home game of the season against Sunderland, set plays could be a huge factor for the Clarets going forwards.When asked how important set pieces will be for Burnley this season, Parker said: “That will definitely be the case. That's the way [it’s heading], I think there's definitely a trend there.Captain Josh Cullen was on set-piece duties for Burnley at Tottenham on Saturday (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)"I thought we looked very dangerous on set plays [against Spurs]. Long throws, corners...I thought we looked a real threat and I was pleased with that."It's definitely something we'll bring into our game a little bit more, certainly this year.”Continue Reading