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Erik Lamela brushes off claims he should have seen red for studs-up challenge on Burnley's Dwight McNeil, as Argentina winger insists it was '100 per cent great tackle' despite Sky Sports co-commentator Andy Hintchcliffe suggesting otherwise

Erik Lamela insisted his challenge on Burnley's Dwight McNeil was a 'great tackle' despite suggestions he could have been sent off.

Lamela was introduced in the second half and helped his side secure a crucial 1-0 victory over Sean Dyche's men.

In the final minutes, the Argentine came in with a full-blooded tackle on McNeil, who he caught with his studs as he won the ball but no action was taken by referee Michael Oliver.

Erik Lamela has insisted his challenge on Burnley's Dwight McNeil was a 'great tackle'
The Argentine lunged in with his studs showing as he won the ball but caught his opponent
The 28-year-old agreed with Spurs legend Graham Roberts who also said it was a great tackle

Lamela then cheekily took a sip of water from the Burnley physio's bag after his opponent had got back to his feet.