Burnley forward Lyle Foster says the team must draw confidence from their performance against Crystal Palace, despite slipping to a fifth consecutive Premier League defeat.

Speaking to BBC Radio Lancashire, Foster stressed the importance of staying calm and maintaining belief during a difficult run. He admitted the frustration of coming close in recent weeks without reward, but urged the squad to keep their focus and trust that a single moment – a late goal or a tight win – could flip their season.

The Clarets were edged out 1-0 by the Eagles and remain 19th in the table with 10 points from 14 games. They travel to St. James’ Park to take on Newcastle United on Saturday.

“After last night, we can take a lot of confidence and strength from the performance we have given,” Foster said. “We have shown ourselves that we can do it and that we can play. Now it’s about getting results, and I think that’s what we should be focused on come Saturday against Newcastle.

“We’ve been very close for some time now, I think, and that’s the frustrating part. You want to see fruition – you want to see results. Unfortunately, it’s not been happening, but I think it’s not the time to lose our heads.

“I think we need to stay focused, motivated, and know that the corner will turn. In football, it can turn in a second with one result or one goal in the last minute.

“Whatever it is, I think we need to keep on playing, keep on believing in our moment and create moments for ourselves.”