UPDATE 1-Soccer-Burnley in Premier League after playoff win
* Burnley back in top flight for first time since 1976
* Elliott hits Wembley winner to sink Sheffield United
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By Martyn Herman
LONDON, May 25 (Reuters) - Burnley returned to the top flight of English football on Monday with a 1-0 defeat of Sheffield United in the promotion playoff final at Wembley.
Wade Elliott curled in the winning goal after 13 minutes and the Lancashire club, who were relegated from the old first division in 1976, were the better side throughout.
"I think we were worthy winners but my heart goes out to Sheffield United," Burnley manager Owen Coyle told Sky Sports after their 61st match of a season, which included a run to the League Cup semi-final and the last 16 of the FA Cup.
"I'm delighted with what we have achieved. It's great adventure to look forward to." Continued...
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