Burnley boss wins manager of the month

2 november 2006, 14:43

Koen Freriks

Steve Cotterill has been named Coca-Cola Championship manager of the month for October after guiding his unfancied side to third place in the table.

The Clarets remained unbeaten during the calendar month, claiming two draws and four wins, including an exhilarating 3-2 derby triumph over fellow promotion-challengers Preston.

"I am obviously delighted, it's the first time I've won it at Burnley," Cotterill said.

"I felt we had a tough month and, coupled with the injuries we had in the squad, that has probably made it a bigger achievement. That is all credit to my players though and I would like to dedicate the award to them."