# ![@matt_scrafton Avatar](https://lunarcrush.com/gi/w:26/cr:twitter::158124751.png) @matt_scrafton Matt Scrafton

Matt Scrafton posts on X about burnley, scott, jbl, the first the most. They currently have [-----] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [------] engagements in the last [--] hours.

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### Social Influence

**Social category influence**
[premier league](/list/premier-league)  #1008 [technology brands](/list/technology-brands)  4.58% [countries](/list/countries)  3.05% [bundesliga](/list/bundesliga)  0.76% [champions league](/list/champions-league)  0.76% [automotive brands](/list/automotive-brands)  0.76% [finance](/list/finance)  0.76%

**Social topic influence**
[burnley](/topic/burnley) #44, [scott](/topic/scott) #648, [jbl](/topic/jbl) #279, [the first](/topic/the-first) 3.05%, [what a](/topic/what-a) 3.05%, [joe](/topic/joe) 2.29%, [sunderland](/topic/sunderland) 2.29%, [in the](/topic/in-the) 2.29%, [premier league](/topic/premier-league) 2.29%, [fa](/topic/fa) #252

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### Top Social Posts
Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours

"🟣 James Ward-Prowse to make first Burnley start 🟣 Quilindschy Hartman's availability addressed 🟣 Clarets to make changes but still expected to be strong Scott Parker on tomorrow's FA Cup tie against Mansfield 👇 #twitterclarets https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/scott-parker-outlines-burnleys-approach-to-mansfield-town-cup-tie-as-ward-prowse-admission-made-5597649 https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/scott-parker-outlines-burnleys-approach-to-mansfield-town-cup-tie-as-ward-prowse-admission-made-5597649"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2022313186356068828)  2026-02-13T14:13Z [----] followers, 13.9K engagements


""I did not intend for my words to upset our Claret family but I did mean what I was trying to say" Alan Pace uses his FA Cup programme notes to address the fan backlash to his "temper tantrum" comments #twitterclarets https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/burnley-chairman-alan-pace-addresses-fan-backlash-to-his-temper-tantrum-comments-5598346 https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/burnley-chairman-alan-pace-addresses-fan-backlash-to-his-temper-tantrum-comments-5598346"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2022652752032158039)  2026-02-14T12:42Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Hjalmar Ekdal to Werder Bremen not expected to happen despite an approach from the German side as per @FabrizioRomano. Bundesliga outfit only interested in a loan. #twitterclarets https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/burnleys-stance-on-hjalmar-ekdal-amid-official-approach-from-werder-bremen-5496056 https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/burnleys-stance-on-hjalmar-ekdal-amid-official-approach-from-werder-bremen-5496056"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2017166404890345887)  2026-01-30T09:22Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"The update is: there is no update. Still quiet. Nothing in the Joe Worrall to Sheff Utd links. Anyway onto Sunderland. #twitterclarets https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/burnley-deadline-day-state-of-play-amid-joe-worrall-to-sheffield-united-link-5499578 https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/burnley-deadline-day-state-of-play-amid-joe-worrall-to-sheffield-united-link-5499578"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2018324943126040615)  2026-02-02T14:05Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Josh Laurent comes on in place of Axel Tuanzebe who endured a torrid first half it's fair to say. (2-0) #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2018430386058002920)  2026-02-02T21:04Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Club have confirmed Scott Parker's pre-match press conference for West Ham will take place at 1.30pm on Friday. #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2018674063523066277)  2026-02-03T13:12Z [----] followers, 42.1K engagements


"CJ Egan-Rileys younger brother Roman signs for Burnleys Under-21s. #twitterclarets We are pleased to announce the signing of Roman Egan-Riley from Tottenham Hotspur ✍ The 19-year-old has signed a contract that runs until the end of the current season and will link up with Andy Farrells U21s squad. Welcome to Burnley Roman 🤝 Read more at https://t.co/1Zwc4JDOMH We are pleased to announce the signing of Roman Egan-Riley from Tottenham Hotspur ✍ The 19-year-old has signed a contract that runs until the end of the current season and will link up with Andy Farrells U21s squad. Welcome to Burnley"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2019721337208717334)  2026-02-06T10:34Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"James Ward-Prowse ineligible to face his parent club West Ham tomorrow is playing for Burnley's Under-21s this lunchtime. Roman Egan-Riley also features in the Lancashire FA Senior Cup semi-final against Wigan as does Enock Agyei. #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2019746937465974987)  2026-02-06T12:16Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"😬 Acknowledges backing from supporters is fading 🤔 Emotional plea for unity - lets be different 👊 Boards support remains unchanged after Sunderland Scott Parker on the winless run bleak survival picture and fan discontent 👇 #twitterclarets https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/scott-parker-makes-emotional-burnley-plea-amid-fan-discontent-ahead-of-west-ham-5506457 https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/scott-parker-makes-emotional-burnley-plea-amid-fan-discontent-ahead-of-west-ham-5506457"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2019781652071743819)  2026-02-06T14:34Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Of Burnley's longer-term absentees Zeki Amdouni is the closest to returning. The forward out for the entirety of the season with an ACL injury could even be back in the first-team picture within the next few weeks. #twitterclarets https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/burnley-team-news-state-of-play-for-west-ham-as-amdouni-and-beyer-update-provided-5506868 https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/burnley-team-news-state-of-play-for-west-ham-as-amdouni-and-beyer-update-provided-5506868"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2019850759064440888)  2026-02-06T19:08Z [----] followers, 15.3K engagements


"34 - Chance for West Ham as Summerville rounds the keeper but can't turn home from a tight angle. Bashir Humphreys the man to get in the way. (0-2) #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2020159298794295539)  2026-02-07T15:34Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"44 - Jacob Bruun Larsen calls for some positivity from the fans as he heads over to warm up in front of the CFS. "You're not fit to wear the shirt" is the response swiftly followed by "we want Parker out". This is turning toxic. (0-2) #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2020161748343435327)  2026-02-07T15:44Z [----] followers, 11K engagements


"HT: Burnley 0-2 West Ham Boos on the half-time whistle. Away side have actually offered very little but they havent had to scoring two of the most basic goals youll see all season. Burnley have at least rallied but it's far too late. #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2020163081641279886)  2026-02-07T15:49Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"66 - Triple change. JBL Tchaouna and Foster on for Anthony Edwards and Flemming. (0-2) #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2020172516350984534)  2026-02-07T16:27Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"FT: Burnley 0-2 West Ham Long wait for a league win - now spanning [--] games and [---] days - continues with a thoroughly depressing afternoon at Turf Moor. Things threatened to turn toxic at one point as fans turned on Scott Parker. Barely anyone left at FT. #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2020179957079798021)  2026-02-07T16:56Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


""I will not waver" Scott Parker vows to fight on despite growing fan discontent #twitterclarets https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/i-will-not-waver-burnley-boss-scott-parker-vows-to-fight-on-despite-fan-discontent-during-west-ham-defeat-5507397 https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/i-will-not-waver-burnley-boss-scott-parker-vows-to-fight-on-despite-fan-discontent-during-west-ham-defeat-5507397"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2020198953271324818)  2026-02-07T18:12Z [----] followers, 12.2K engagements


"The full transcript from Alan Pace's interview with Football Focus before yesterday's game 👇 #twitterclarets https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/everything-burnley-owner-alan-pace-said-on-football-focus-ahead-of-west-ham-game-5507541 https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/everything-burnley-owner-alan-pace-said-on-football-focus-ahead-of-west-ham-game-5507541"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2020417849748332917)  2026-02-08T08:42Z [----] followers, 18.9K engagements


"Once the fans turn it's virtually impossible to get them back. The verdict on a thoroughly depressing afternoon at Turf Moor ✍ #twitterclarets https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/opinion-burnley-find-themselves-in-a-vicious-cycle-as-toxicity-creeps-in-against-west-ham-5507536 https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/opinion-burnley-find-themselves-in-a-vicious-cycle-as-toxicity-creeps-in-against-west-ham-5507536"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2020452454542827633)  2026-02-08T10:59Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


""The day or the minute or the hour I feel that I'm not the right man I'll be the first to shake someone's hand" Scott Parker on his position as Burnley boss and his "concrete" relationship with Alan Pace #twitterclarets https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/scott-parker-makes-big-claim-over-his-position-as-burnley-boss-after-fans-turn-against-him-5511598 https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/scott-parker-makes-big-claim-over-his-position-as-burnley-boss-after-fans-turn-against-him-5511598"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2021237409904492933)  2026-02-10T14:58Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Scott Parker has his say on Alan Pace's "temper tantrum" comments. #twitterclarets https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/misinterpreted-burnley-boss-scott-parker-responds-to-alan-paces-temper-tantrum-comments-5510925 https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/misinterpreted-burnley-boss-scott-parker-responds-to-alan-paces-temper-tantrum-comments-5510925"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2021253899055661115)  2026-02-10T16:04Z [----] followers, 20.1K engagements


"Some more snippets from today's presser where I thought Scott Parker spoke as well as he could do given the situation. 🟣 Pain and hurt of the last few days 🟣 Bruun Larsen's incident with the fans 🟣 Is Ward-Prowse ready to start #twitterclarets https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/scott-parker-press-conference-burnley-boss-on-negativity-bruun-larsen-incident-and-crystal-palace-5517446 https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/scott-parker-press-conference-burnley-boss-on-negativity-bruun-larsen-incident-and-crystal-palace-5517446"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2021268740873011321)  2026-02-10T17:03Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Burnley's team bus has only just arrived having been stuck in traffic for over an hour. Far from ideal preparation. #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2021655667732545540)  2026-02-11T18:40Z [----] followers, 22.1K engagements


"48m Jorgen Strand Larsen has scored two Premier League goals this season both against Burnley. #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2021677481577918796)  2026-02-11T20:07Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"GOAL BURNLEYYYYYY HUMPHREYS (2-3) #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2021682447256092680)  2026-02-11T20:27Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"45+2 - WHAT IS GOING ON Burnley lead I've no idea what happened I just looked up and saw the ball trickle over the line following a corner. But Bashir Humphreys is the man celebrating. #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2021682648284909574)  2026-02-11T20:27Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"72 - Marcus Edwards and Zian Flemming are the two to make way for JBL and Lyle Foster. (2-3) #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2021693509497995652)  2026-02-11T21:11Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"FULL TIME: Palace 2-3 Burnley The winless streak ends at [--] games as the Clarets claim a first Premier League victory in [---] days. What a relief. Massive for Scott Parker too. The players proved theyre still playing for him. #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2021699333121306650)  2026-02-11T21:34Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


""That performance tonight I'm sorry there's not many teams that could do that. Not where we are" The thoughts of a proud resilient Scott Parker on tonight's remarkable comeback win 🗣 #twitterclarets https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/scott-parkers-verdict-on-burnleys-incredible-comeback-win-at-crystal-palace-5550393 https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/scott-parkers-verdict-on-burnleys-incredible-comeback-win-at-crystal-palace-5550393"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2021716579163996658)  2026-02-11T22:42Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Feels almost unfair to single out individuals after an all-round team display but Hannibal was exceptional last night. Shoutout to Joe Worrall too. #twitterclarets https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/burnley-player-ratings-vs-crystal-palace-as-star-man-receives-impressive-910-rating-5548704 https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/burnley-player-ratings-vs-crystal-palace-as-star-man-receives-impressive-910-rating-5548704"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2021850949816660423)  2026-02-12T07:36Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"xG vs West Ham: [----] xG vs Palace: [----] Yet the mood couldn't be any different. Last night wasn't about facts or figures though it was about those character traits you can't measure. #twitterclarets https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/opinion-inspired-crystal-palace-comeback-proves-burnley-are-still-fighting-for-scott-parker-5589442 https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/opinion-inspired-crystal-palace-comeback-proves-burnley-are-still-fighting-for-scott-parker-5589442"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2021890133037851039)  2026-02-12T10:12Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Burnley v Mansfield Town FA Cup fourth round #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2022686989821366297)  2026-02-14T14:58Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"29 - Almost 2-0 JBL is picked out in behind by a lovely ball from Ashley Barnes. He takes it down well but his scooped effort over the keeper is cleared behind by the defender with Lyle Foster ready to pounce. (1-0) #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2022694958667567161)  2026-02-14T15:30Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"HT: Burnley 1-0 Mansfield Pretty comfortable stuff so far. Only concern is it's only 1-0 the Clarets should already be out of sight. #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2022699091801591979)  2026-02-14T15:46Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"62 - Hannibal and Marcus Edwards being readied. (1-1) #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2022707538953982213)  2026-02-14T16:20Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"66 - Change finally made with JBL and Tchaouna the two to make way. Neither can have any complaints tbh. #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2022708462401069220)  2026-02-14T16:24Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"9 changes for Burnley Esteve & Laurent the only two to keep their places. JWP handed his first start. First start for Hartman since the last round. TEAM: Weiss Laurent Ekdal Esteve Hartman Florentino Ward-Prowse Bruun Larsen Tchaouna Foster Barnes #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2022672264882458633)  2026-02-14T14:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"40 - Ashley Barnes booked for his demonstrations after being penalised from a Burnley corner. Another Gavin Ward special this afternoon it seems. (1-0) #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2022697708612690273)  2026-02-14T15:41Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"47 - Loum Tchaouna heads wide from JBL's dangerous ball in from the left. (1-0) #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2022703601248850320)  2026-02-14T16:04Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


""We've just applied that noise even more now tenfold and rightly so" The verdict of an angry Scott Parker on today's cup shock 👇 #twitterclarets https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/angry-scott-parker-reacts-to-burnleys-fa-cup-shock-at-the-hands-of-mansfield-town-5598485 https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/angry-scott-parker-reacts-to-burnleys-fa-cup-shock-at-the-hands-of-mansfield-town-5598485"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2022733045103821199)  2026-02-14T18:01Z [----] followers, 12.7K engagements


"As an aside as a result of today's cup exit Burnley play just five games between now and Brighton (H) on April 11th. That roughly averages out as a game every [--] days. #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2022788389766938907)  2026-02-14T21:41Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"FT: Burnley 1-2 Mansfield Clarets knocked out of the FA Cup by a League One side and only got themselves to blame. The newfound positivity disappears in the space of three days. Boos at the final whistle. #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2022715668987007137)  2026-02-14T16:52Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"If Wednesday night was a step forward this felt like five back. A new low in a season full of them. The verdict on a second cup humbling of the campaign at the hands of a League One side ✍ #twitterclarets https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/opinion-burnley-suffer-new-low-against-mansfield-town-in-a-season-of-crushing-disappointments-5598586 https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/opinion-burnley-suffer-new-low-against-mansfield-town-in-a-season-of-crushing-disappointments-5598586"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/2022952113282912502)  2026-02-15T08:32Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Gary Madine has just provided the best post-match interview I've ever seen. Not content with being the match-winner he's also claiming Peterborough's goal came off his head. He's also shown us a WhatsApp picture of Andy Cole and Dwight Yorke with his and Jerry Yates' heads on"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1330205488399724546)  2020-11-21T17:44Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Happy New Year Seasiders. Thanks for following my coverage these past [--] months its been a strange old year. Hope to see you back at Bloomfield Road some time soon 🍊"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1344770105100660736)  2020-12-31T22:19Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"FT: Portsmouth 0-1 Blackpool GET IN Big big win"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1363170073830113286)  2021-02-20T16:54Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"BREAKING: Blackpool Council has released plans for the regeneration of the Revoe area which includes a new East Stand at Bloomfield Road https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/blackpool-fc-working-with-town-council-to-deliver-new-east-stand-at-bloomfield-road-stadium-3142632 https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/blackpool-fc-working-with-town-council-to-deliver-new-east-stand-at-bloomfield-road-stadium-3142632"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1363863204141613059)  2021-02-22T14:48Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Neil Critchley reveals Daniel Gretarsson would have been available today but his partner gave birth to a baby girl yesterday. Congrats @danielgretarss"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1373328536682004481)  2021-03-20T17:40Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"FT: Blackpool 3-1 Peterborough Seasiders complete the double over Posh to climb into the play-offs for the first time this season. Ten unbeaten. Not lost at home since October. Seven first-team players out injured. Absolutely magnificent"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1374464774054965257)  2021-03-23T20:55Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"FT: Blackpool 2-0 Doncaster Rovers The Seasiders book their place in the play-offs with a game to spare. What an achievement"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1389669874138558470)  2021-05-04T19:54Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"BREAKING NEWS: Neil Critchley has finally looked at the league table"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1389686124235329538)  2021-05-04T20:59Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Leicesters Kelechi Iheanacho has been subbed off in today's cup final without scoring meaning Gary Madine finishes the season as the FA Cup's joint top goalscorer"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1393623592282304513)  2021-05-15T17:45Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"FT: Oxford 0-3 Blackpool Only half-time in the tie but wow. Just wow. Another Neil Critchley tactical masterclass. Friday night promises to be special"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1394728052073054212)  2021-05-18T18:54Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"FULL TIME Blackpool are promoted to the Championship"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1399031104850608131)  2021-05-30T15:53Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"What a moment. Richly deserved for Neil Critchleys men 🍊"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1399031962334019592)  2021-05-30T15:56Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Chris Maxwell lifts the trophy 🏆"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1399033856733454344)  2021-05-30T16:03Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Clearly disappointed with my Lincoln hat on but Blackpool deserved this - both today and over the season. Privileged to have covered it. Thanks for all the nice comments too. Just a shame one idiot ran to the press box to celebrate in my face at FT. But emotions get to us all"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1399047957161250819)  2021-05-30T17:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Luke Garbutt has become the second out-of-contract player to commit his future to the club. The left-back has agreed a two-year deal plus an option to extend. Good piece of business"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1403041980842643462)  2021-06-10T17:30Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Youll be glad to know Im off this week as that normally means a flurry of transfer activity. As for me Im currently spending my time off in hospital with this poorly little man 😔"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1404331892967628802)  2021-06-14T06:56Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"BREAKING: Jerry Yates has signed a new THREE-YEAR deal with the option to extend by [--] months. What a statement that is"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1418496289755521027)  2021-07-23T09:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"I've said it before and I'll say it again pound-for-pound Blackpool must be the loudest fanbase out there. Incredible noise. 😀 Enjoy your night. 🍊 #UTMP https://t.co/lxnkDjgWpv 😀 Enjoy your night. 🍊 #UTMP https://t.co/lxnkDjgWpv"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1436780346058715139)  2021-09-11T19:55Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"What a picture 🍊"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1450929289302585353)  2021-10-20T20:57Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Blackpool Supporters' Trust got in touch to see if they could pen a special column to share their solidarity with Derby who lent their support for the Seasiders during the boycott years. Classy touch. https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/blackpool-supporters-trust-column-we-fully-understand-derbys-pain-3490818 https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/blackpool-supporters-trust-column-we-fully-understand-derbys-pain-3490818"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1469377201527218181)  2021-12-10T18:43Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Critchley having some choice words with Marco Silva at FT having done the same with Mitrovic at half-time. Love to see it"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1487479587076456458)  2022-01-29T17:35Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"West Brom fans must be as fed up as the rest of us having to watch their side on Sky Sports every other bloody week"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1498414665629581315)  2022-02-28T21:47Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"What a noise 🍊"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1500154849018753025)  2022-03-05T17:02Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Just walked past this door on the way out of the bet365. Reckon Josh Bowler is in there ⚡"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1500184884278697987)  2022-03-05T19:02Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"BREAKING: Marvin Ekpiteta has signed a new two-year contract. The centre-back's deal was due to expire at the end of the season (albeit with an option). Huge news"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1501226373372858369)  2022-03-08T16:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Derby the only club to be given this big an allocation this season. We've been allocated another [---] tickets for our trip to Blackpool taking our total to [----] 🐏🏖 They'll be available to season ticket holders from 10am on Monday and on general sale [--] hours later #DCFC #dcfcfans We've been allocated another [---] tickets for our trip to Blackpool taking our total to [----] 🐏🏖 They'll be available to season ticket holders from 10am on Monday and on general sale [--] hours later #DCFC #dcfcfans"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1517928080978948097)  2022-04-23T18:07Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"BREAKING: Blackpool FC have revealed historic plans for a 100-acre seven-pitch training ground to be built on Garstang Road bordered by the Grange Park Estate and Baines School. Contracts have been exchanged and a planning application will be submitted soon"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1525136466027896832)  2022-05-13T15:30Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"In an interview with Sky Sports Blackpool's Jake Daniels has revealed hes gay. The 17-year-old becomes the only openly gay male professional in Britain. Incredibly brave"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1526231428769398785)  2022-05-16T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"EXCLUSIVE: Blackpool have missed out on a move for Ellis Simms. The club made a big push to re-sign the striker with all terms being agreed with Everton. But Simms has opted to join Sunderland instead. https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/blackpool-miss-out-on-ellis-simms-as-huddersfield-town-millwall-and-sunderland-target-chooses-his-preferred-club-3782802 https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/blackpool-miss-out-on-ellis-simms-as-huddersfield-town-millwall-and-sunderland-target-chooses-his-preferred-club-3782802"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1551956773552152577)  2022-07-26T15:45Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"It's off. Understand Cameron Brannagan was in the North West today to finalise a deal. But he's since travelled back to Oxford late this evening to sign a new contract instead. I'll say it again you couldn't write it"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1552770667170365441)  2022-07-28T21:39Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Gary Madine has just popped his head into the press room. "Matt two words for you: game changer""  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1561036119525007360)  2022-08-20T17:03Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Josh Bowlers goodbye message 🍊"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1565745714868764672)  2022-09-02T16:57Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Congratulations to @CharliePatino10 who scored his first goal for England U20s today in a 2-1 win against Morocco 👏🍊"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1573746965183188993)  2022-09-24T18:51Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"28.57% of the goals PNE have conceded this season have been scored by Blackpool"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1583858217297367056)  2022-10-22T16:30Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


""From the first day I left until yesterday I got a message every day from a Blackpool fan or some of the players. You really do notice the love and it makes you feel so good. It made it a no-brainer to come back" 🍊 https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/josh-bowler-opens-up-on-his-spectacular-return-to-blackpool-after-completing-loan-move-from-nottingham-forest-3976069 https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/josh-bowler-opens-up-on-his-spectacular-return-to-blackpool-after-completing-loan-move-from-nottingham-forest-3976069"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1611052534872809477)  2023-01-05T17:30Z [----] followers, 19.7K engagements


"After seven years and [---] competitive games I'll be moving on from @The_Gazette at the end of the month. It's been an absolute pleasure reporting on this fine football club. A few words 👇 https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/blackpool-fc-writer-matt-scrafton-to-bid-farewell-to-the-gazette-4135564 https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/blackpool-fc-writer-matt-scrafton-to-bid-farewell-to-the-gazette-4135564"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1656197595847434241)  2023-05-10T07:20Z [----] followers, 89.6K engagements


"Replays gone. What the Premier League wants the Premier League gets. Tottenham and injury-ravaged Newcastle absolutely fine to jet off to Australia for a friendly three days after the season though 🙄 The FA and The @premierleague have reached an agreement to strengthen the #EmiratesFACup format and increase support for grassroots football. Swipe for details ➡ The FA and The @premierleague have reached an agreement to strengthen the #EmiratesFACup format and increase support for grassroots football. Swipe for details ➡"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1780906436245012794)  2024-04-18T10:29Z [----] followers, 147.2K engagements


"Zian Flemming has just grabbed the Blackburn corner flag and stuck a Burnley shirt over their crest. Hero. #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1875548904563077515)  2025-01-04T14:24Z [----] followers, 33K engagements


"Understand Burnley have offered to fund Sheffield Wednesday's overnight hotel stay to faciliate a Saturday morning friendly at Gawthorpe. It remains unclear if the game is going ahead. #twitterclarets https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/burnley-make-generous-offer-to-ensure-friendly-against-crisis-club-sheffield-wednesday-goes-ahead-5250959 https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/burnley-make-generous-offer-to-ensure-friendly-against-crisis-club-sheffield-wednesday-goes-ahead-5250959"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1950893141675917407)  2025-07-31T12:15Z [----] followers, 61.6K engagements


"BREAKING: Blackpool Football Club is up for sale. Statement coming soon"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/929006580472872960)  2017-11-10T15:23Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Hold the front page Karl Oyston has just replied to me for the first time in over half a year #snowjoke"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/960808244032700416)  2018-02-06T09:31Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Bailiffs outside Blackpool's Bloomfield Road stadium. It appears Valeri Belokon has begun legal enforcement against the Oystons"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/970628127679492097)  2018-03-05T11:52Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"This is a remarkable photo. If ever one image captured the situation at Blackpool"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1094374460084445185)  2019-02-09T23:16Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"BREAKING: The judge has approved Valeri Belokon's application to have a receiver appointed"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1095709531663933441)  2019-02-13T15:41Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"STORY: Owen Oyston officially removed from Blackpool FC as receiver unveils new-look board https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/owen-oyston-officially-removed-from-blackpool-fc-as-receiver-unveils-new-look-board-1-9616100 https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/owen-oyston-officially-removed-from-blackpool-fc-as-receiver-unveils-new-look-board-1-9616100"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1100108446899277824)  2019-02-25T19:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"The Oystons Estate Agents sign is coming down.another symbolic moment. Going. https://t.co/KD8XsKG0H4 Going. https://t.co/KD8XsKG0H4"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1102551093328994305)  2019-03-04T12:47Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Owen Oyston contacted @The_Gazette earlier today but we won't be printing a single word of what he had to say. Here's why: https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/gazette-opinion-why-we-will-not-print-owen-oyston-s-message-to-blackpool-fc-fans-1-9637140 https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/gazette-opinion-why-we-will-not-print-owen-oyston-s-message-to-blackpool-fc-fans-1-9637140"  
[X Link](https://x.com/anyuser/status/1103705496782032896)  2019-03-07T17:14Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Win lose or draw Blackpool are back #UTMP"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1104395121557159936)  2019-03-09T14:54Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"This is it the picture I've been waiting to take. Game 36/46: Blackpool v Southend United"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1104396315054596096)  2019-03-09T14:59Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Absolute pandemonium. Fans are on the pitch"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1104426869561139200)  2019-03-09T17:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Gary Bowyer heads over to applaud the Blackpool fans. Top man #UTMP"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1109469552025440256)  2019-03-23T14:58Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"BREAKING: The EFL has confirmed Blackpool FC will NOT be given a 12-point deduction"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1116333397582938113)  2019-04-11T13:33Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"I understand there's been four serious bids for Blackpool Football Club. The new owner is expected to be in place by mid-June"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1129841513083691009)  2019-05-18T20:09Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Blackpool have finally confirmed the signing of Blackburn Rovers striker Joe Nuttall for an undisclosed fee. The 22-year-old has signed a three-year deal with the option to extend by a further [--] months. Some sign of intent that"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1157010739573514248)  2019-08-01T19:30Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Plenty to smile about for Simon Sadler so far"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1157661429530599424)  2019-08-03T14:36Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


""It is with a heavy heart that this situation has been forced upon us" says EFL executive chair Debbie Jevans. This coming from the organisation that asked for no proof of funds from Steve Dale & permitted him to own a club despite being involved in the liquidation of [--] firms"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1166476985536827398)  2019-08-27T22:26Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Delighted to be named Sports Journalist of the Year at the #O2MediaAwards2019 in recognition of my coverage of Blackpool's momentous historic year. Congrats to @chrishallitv as well"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1192549953547182080)  2019-11-07T21:10Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Born at 1.46am Fletcher Isaac Stanley Scrafton ❤"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1251769647940190209)  2020-04-19T07:08Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Ten years ago today the impossible happened"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1263718737171054594)  2020-05-22T06:30Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Owner Simon Sadler will continue to top up the wages of furloughed Blackpool staff to keep them on full pay https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/simon-sadler-tops-wages-keep-blackpool-fc-staff-full-pay-2866792 https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/simon-sadler-tops-wages-keep-blackpool-fc-staff-full-pay-2866792"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1265903295022931968)  2020-05-28T07:10Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Three years ago today. Belokon wins. Oystons must pay 31m. Belokon wins. Oystons must pay 31m"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1324644957764964357)  2020-11-06T09:29Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"These scenes 🍊"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1395842829323223040)  2021-05-21T20:43Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Look what it means. 🍺🍺"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1396090156252385286)  2021-05-22T13:06Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Good day to make it out of hospital mate 🏴🦁"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1412844404407160833)  2021-07-07T18:42Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Magnificent fightback 👏🍊"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1429110202427756546)  2021-08-21T15:56Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"He bloody loves it"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1439262867279187968)  2021-09-18T16:19Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"He bloody loves it x2"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1441800035293749261)  2021-09-25T16:21Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Listen to that roar 🍊"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1451941823753199627)  2021-10-23T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Blackpool are level on points with the Championship play-offs. Let that sink in"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1451942848694214666)  2021-10-23T16:05Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Becoming a weekly occurrence this"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1454489524029956101)  2021-10-30T16:45Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"BREAKING: Neil Critchley has signed a new four-and-a-half year contract keeping him at the club until [----]. Huge news"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1461696223874797568)  2021-11-19T14:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"The EFL asking itself whether it has a vendetta against Derby County like its a completely normal thing to do. EFL statement: Derby County. #EFL https://t.co/m6eVpENjAh EFL statement: Derby County. #EFL https://t.co/m6eVpENjAh"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1483199877383348236)  2022-01-17T22:09Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"A classy touch from Wayne Rooney who went out of his way during his post-match interview to thank the Blackpool fans for applauding his players https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/wayne-rooney-offers-message-of-thanks-to-blackpool-fans-for-applauding-his-derby-county-players-3676296 https://www.blackpoolgazette.co.uk/sport/football/blackpool-fc/wayne-rooney-offers-message-of-thanks-to-blackpool-fans-for-applauding-his-derby-county-players-3676296"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1520462993976283137)  2022-04-30T18:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"BREAKING: Dan Grimshaw has signed a new three-year deal plus an option to extend by [--] months. It's not a signing but this is still great news 👏"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1544025819739312130)  2022-07-04T18:30Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Rangers fans brightening up the South Stand"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1548310869313933312)  2022-07-16T14:17Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"An interested spectator in Greece today 👀🍊"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1578860723761184768)  2022-10-08T21:31Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"A picture paints a thousand words"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1584193324977516544)  2022-10-23T14:41Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"Blackpool fans pay tribute to Tony Johnson in the 55th minute. Home fans get to their feet and the QPR supporters join in with their applause"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1635748247439327234)  2023-03-14T21:02Z [----] followers, 44.5K engagements


"🚨 Understand Jonjo Shelvey is expected to miss the rest of the season after suffering an injury during the opening minutes of the recent cup tie against Preston. Scott Parker admits it "doesn't look good". #twitterclarets https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/burnley-dealt-serious-jonjo-shelvey-injury-blow-as-scott-parker-issues-bashir-humphreys-update-5024137 https://www.burnleyexpress.net/sport/football/burnley-dealt-serious-jonjo-shelvey-injury-blow-as-scott-parker-issues-bashir-humphreys-update-5024137"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1898648492463079811)  2025-03-09T08:14Z [----] followers, 44.4K engagements


"Return of the corner flag. #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1914402225234772161)  2025-04-21T19:33Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"Yes that really is Natasha Bedingfield on the Turf Moor pitch singing Unwritten the soundtrack to Burnleys promotion. #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1918666512799306067)  2025-05-03T13:58Z [----] followers, 110.9K engagements


"Burnley drew 1-1 with Wolves out in Portugal this lunchtime. Jacob Bruun Larsen scored the Clarets goal. #twitterclarets"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/1946548508036637168)  2025-07-19T12:31Z [----] followers, 27.1K engagements


"Belokon wins. Oystons must pay 31m"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/927537634242646019)  2017-11-06T14:06Z [----] followers, [---] engagements


"A Stoke City shirt personally signed by @Charlie26Adam has been left by Jimmy Armfield's statue"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/955525504219697152)  2018-01-22T19:40Z [----] followers, [----] engagements


"BREAKING: The Oystons have been denied permission to appeal November's High Court judgement"  
[X Link](https://x.com/matt_scrafton/status/958043148135096320)  2018-01-29T18:24Z [----] followers, [---] engagements

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