Burnley v Aston Villa, 26 August 1972
| Score | 4-1 to Burnley |
| Competition | League Division Two |
| Attendance | 14,804 |
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Brian Tiler made his final appearance before moving to Carlisle United in November.
Goals:
| Chico Hamilton |
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Starting lineup:
Jim Cumbes
Goalkeeper
Charlie Aitken
Defender
Chris Nicholl
Defender
Ian Ross
Defender
Brian Tiler
Defender/Centre back
Chico Hamilton
Midfielder
Pat McMahon
Midfielder
Willie Anderson
Midfielder/Forward
Andy Lochhead
Forward
Geoff Vowden
Forward
Ray Graydon
Winger