Burnley are to become the first football club in the world to present a game in Virtual Reality, where fans can be transported directly to East Lancashire regardless of where they are on the planet.

Burnley fans will be able to take a seat at Turf Moor for next weekend’s friendly with Lazio – without leaving their own homes.

The Premier League newcomers are to become the first football club in the world to present a game in Virtual Reality, where fans can wear headsets that transport them directly to East Lancashire regardless of where they are on the planet.