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Glory day at Burnley – Stags player ratings as they make club history

It was a first ever FA Cup win against a Premier League side and only a second ever win against a top flight side after knocking out star-studded First Division West Ham back in 1969.

It also booked Nigel Clough’s men a fifth round place for only the fifth time in the club’s history.

Here are our ratings for the Stags players on a day to remember . . .

Post match celebrations for Stags at Burnley.

1. Post match celebrations during the Emirates FA Cup forth round match against Burnley FC at Turf Moor, 14 Feb 2026, Photo credit Chris & Jeanette Holloway / The Bigger Picture.media

Post match celebrations for Stags at Burnley. Photo: Chris Holloway

Saves he had to make were comfortable but his handling and calm command of his box in such a big game were a huge factor in the win.

2. LIAM ROBERTS 8

Saves he had to make were comfortable but his handling and calm command of his box in such a big game were a huge factor in the win. Photo: Leila Coker

Tireless display down the right, causing Burnley problems, always a threat and got back well to defend too.

3. LUCAS AKINS 8

Tireless display down the right, causing Burnley problems, always a threat and got back well to defend too. Photo: Chris Holloway

His best game in a Stags shirt so far. Made a crucial sliding interception to stop Burnley going 2-0 up and his inch-perfect cross set up Oates for the equaliser. Subbed by Hewitt on 83 minutes.

4. KYLE KNOYLE 9

His best game in a Stags shirt so far. Made a crucial sliding interception to stop Burnley going 2-0 up and his inch-perfect cross set up Oates for the equaliser. Subbed by Hewitt on 83 minutes. Photo: Pete Norton

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