How Lampard's own revival ended Coventry's 25-year wait
Summary
Frank Lampard became the manager of Coventry City in November 2024 and helped the club gain promotion to the Premier League after 25 years. Under his leadership, the team improved significantly, securing promotion with three games left and aiming to win the Championship title.Key Facts
- Coventry City had not been in the Premier League for 25 years before this promotion.
- Lampard took over when Coventry was 17th in the Championship and helped them finish top.
- Coventry drew 1-1 with Blackburn to secure promotion with three games remaining.
- Lampard joined after a difficult time managing Everton and a short spell at Chelsea.
- Since joining Coventry, Lampard has won 42 of his 79 games as of the article date.
- Lampard maintains a close, respectful relationship with players and staff, including casual breakfasts and trusting players’ decisions.
- Coventry made few major signings but kept their top players, with Lampard playing a key role in retaining key defenders.
- The team’s younger players, who admired Lampard as a player, quickly connected with him as a coach.
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