Matchday Memories: On This Day 1995 – See Sky Blues Score Crucial Sheffield Wed. Success
On this day (15th April) in 1995, with six games to go, the Sky Blues were one of many Premier League clubs nervously looking over their shoulders...
Fixture 'disadvantage' and 13 injuries as Blackburn prepare to face Coventry City
Opposition injury news as Blackburn Rovers suffer yet more bad luck with injuries ahead of Friday night's match with Coventry City
‘Not ready to face this Portsmouth super team': Middlesbrough, Coventry City & Leicester City faithfuls all have say after Ipswich triumph
Pompey secured a 2-0 win over second-placed Ipswich Town on Tuesday evening.
Chelsea transfer news: Frank Lampard 'targeting' Blues starlet ahead of Coventry City Premier League return
Coventry City, who are managed by Chelsea legend Frank Lampard, are allegedly targeting a deal for a Blues starlet ahead of their return to the...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1989 – Sillett’s Sky Blues Share Spoils At The Hatters
On this day (15th April) in 1989 the Sky Blues drew 2-2 at Luton Town in front of 8,610 at Kenilworth Road. The two teams had played at Highfield...
How soon Coventry City can claim the Championship title
Coventry City are on the brink of rubber stamping their automatic prompotion to the Premier League and now have the Championship title in their sights
“Job done”: Blackburn Rovers vs Coventry City predictions
The72's writers offer their Blackburn Rovers vs Coventry City predictions ahead of the Championship clash on Friday night.
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Matchday Memories: On This Day 1968 – Cantwell’s CCFC Sink Stoke In 1st Of Double Header
On this day (April 15th) in 1968 we were nearing the end of the Sky Blues first season in the top flight and desperately worried about going...
Doug King has already stated Coventry City chances of keeping Frank Lampard as Bournemouth claim made
Lampard is said to be one of three managers under consideration, alongside Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna and Rayo Vallecano boss Inigo Perez
Coventry City suggested as destination for Leeds United's Ao Tanaka as contract prediction made
A former Premier League CEO has weighed in on uncertainty surrounding Leeds United’s Ao Tanaka
Bournemouth’s top managerial candidate emerges after links with Ipswich Town, Coventry City bosses
Ipswich Town's Kieran McKenna and Coventry City's Frank Lampard have been linked with the Bournemouth job, but neither are the top target.
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Blackburn Rovers vs Coventry City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Championship clash between Blackburn Rovers and Coventry City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1967 – Sky Blues Trim Terriers On Way To Title
On this day (April 15th) in 1967 the Sky Blues, under legendary manager, the late Jimmy Hill, were homing in on their first ever time in the top...
Frank Lampard has already made Coventry City stance clear as Andoni Iraola replacement claim made
Lampard is said to be one of three managers under consideration for the manager’s job at Premier League Bournemouth
Club adviser backs exit-linked Leeds star to join Coventry in summer
Ao Tanaka could move to Coventry City if he was to push for a transfer away from Leeds United this summer. That is according to...
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Matchday Memories: On This Day 1961 – See The Saint Meet The Duke At 12 Goal Intl. Thriller!
This time five years ago we thanked to CCFPA vice Chairman Billy Bell for supplying the photo above which allowed us to remember two men who have...
How Coventry City feel over the future of 17-goal star amid lingering transfer interest
Haji Wright has starred in the push for promotion at Coventry City, but interest from elsewhere is still lingering.
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Report: Coventry eye move for Chelsea ace as Frank Lampard plots first raid on former club
Chelsea youngster Jesse Derry has emerged as a target for Frank Lampard and Coventry City this summer according to reports. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1950 – A Bantam’s Brace Tames The Tigers
On this day (April 15th) way back in 1950 Coventry City, under legendary manager Harry Storer (in his second stint), were a Division Two side doing...
Coventry City could sign their new Gyokeres in "sensational" 29-goal striker
The new Viktor Gyokeres could be on his way to Coventry City this summer.
Sources: Coventry City 'very optimistic' of blocking star's move as West Ham plot swoop
Championship leaders Coventry City are “very optimistic” that they will be able to keep hold of striker Haji Wright this summer, sources have told...
Frank Lampard 'outlines plans' to take hot Chelsea prospect in the Prem
Coventry City transfer news from CoventryLive as Frank Lampard linked with interest in young Chelsea forward
Frank Lampard pushing Coventry City to sign Chelsea forward
The Coventry City boss has set his sights on a "ridiculous" forward ahead of the summer transfer window.
The FLP Podcast: Our picks for EFL Manager of the Year + Coventry City & Bromley edge closer to promotion
In this week's edition of The Football League Paper Podcast, Matt Badcock is joined by Football League Paper Chief Writer Chris Dunlavy and John...
Coventry boss Frank Lampard on shortlist as Premier League job suddenly becomes available
Frank Lampard is being linked with a move away from Coventry City after an impressive season as manager of the Sky Blues
Matchday Memories: On This Day 2018 – See ‘Ponters’ Claim Crawley’s Scalp For Sky Blues
On this day (14th April) in 2018 the Sky Blues under returned ‘gaffer’ Mark Robins were striving to maintain a play-off spot as the League Two...
Leeds United transfer news: Whites 'make enquiry' to sign second-string Brighton player this summer
Leeds United are reportedly considering a summer move for Brighton & Hove Albion goalkeeper Carl Rushworth, who has impressed on loan at Coventry...
Frank Lampard on three-man shortlist for Bournemouth job after guiding Coventry back to Premier League
Frank Lampard is a top contender to replace Andoni Iraola at Bournemouth after a brilliant Championship season with Coventry City.
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1984 – Bobby’s Sky Blues Beat Wolves as Fergie Returns
On this day (14th April) in 1984 the Sky Blues ‘Cov Kid’ two time ‘gaffer’ and former centre forward Bobby Gould was in charge at Highfield Road as...
Premier League club consider Coventry City boss Frank Lampard in new manager hunt
Bournemouth are on the lookout for a new boss, and after his success at Coventry City, Frank Lampard is on their radar.
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Matchday Memories: On This Day 1979 – Bristol Babes Barely Beaten By Milne’s Men
On this day (14th April) in 1979 the Sky Blues, managed by now CCFPA member Gordon Milne, with five matches left, had climbed into the top ten of...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1962 – Table Topping Pompey Punished By Popular CCFC Legend Ron!
On this day (14th April) in 1962 CCFC’s legendary manager Jimmy Hill had taken over from Billy Frith the previous November and began the ‘Sky Blue...
Carl Rushworth transfer latest as Brighton 'explore' goalkeeper market ahead of summer window
Coventry City transfer news from CoventryLive as Carl Rushworth's future remains uncertain ahead of a busy summer window
Coventry City line up Chelsea starlet loan swoop as Premier League promotion awaits
Coventry City are on the verge of promotion to the Premier League, and Frank Lampard wants to put his Chelsea connections to use.
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Matchday Memories: On This Day 1959 – Billy’s Bantams Beat Struggling Sandgrounders!
On this day (14th April), a Tuesday early evening in 1959, CCFC still had five games left to play in the inaugural season of the newly...
Coventry City star's second chance in the Premier League amid almost perfect summer
Coventry City feature from CoventryLive as Sky Blues reporter Andy Turner talks to Wales international Jay Dasilva about his second shot at the...
Frank Lampard wants elite Chelsea prospect to be first Coventry signing as a Prem side
Coventry City are already stepping up plans for life as a Premier League side, with TEAMtalk confirming plans to secure a move for highly-rated...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1956 – Reg. Matthews, CCFC’s D3 ‘Keeper, Made His Full England Debut!!
On this day (14th April) in 1956 home grown ‘Cov. Kid’ goalkeeper Reg Matthews became the first ‘keeper to play an international for England whilst...
How Coventry City finally made the CBS Arena home on tortured 25-year journey back to the Premier League
For years the Ricoh was a monument to Coventry's miserable plight, writes Lawrence Ostlere. Now the CBS Arena has soul as the club near a...
Today’s Members Birthdays: Former Young Sky Blues Striker Is 34 Today. ‘Happy Birthday’, Shaun!!
In January 2022 we announced that we had recruited our former young Sky Blue striker Shaun Jeffers to the Association. Now we have another reason...
Today’s Members Birthdays: Sky Blues French Former Defender Is 47 Today. ‘Happy Birthday’, Guillaume!
Just over four years ago we were pleased to announce that CCFPA had completed the signing of former Sky Blue Guillaume Beuzelin! Now there is...
Today’s Members Birthdays: Popular Former Sky Blue ‘Keeper Is 51 Today.’Happy Birthday’, Andy!!
Our ‘Birthday Boy’ last returned to the CBS Arena for the Sky Blues to be our ‘special’ at the Sky Blues’ game on December 29th 2025 v Ipswich...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 2019 – See Sky Blues Stunning 5-4 Success At Sunderland
On this day (13th April) just seven years ago in 2019 the Sky Blues were involved on the right side of a nine goal League One thriller at the...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1996 – See Sky Blues Quell Q.P.R. – It’s Jess Joyful!
On this day (13th April) in 1996 ‘Big’ Ron Atkinson chose a Sky Blue team to take on Queen’s Park Rangers in the Premier League with four matches...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1982 – Singleton’s Shot Sees Sexton’s Sky Blues Edge Everton
On this day (13th April) in 1982, the Sky Blues ‘gaffer’ Dave Sexton chose a youthful team to take on Everton in a midweek Division One game at...
Frank Lampard cites Arsenal 'tension' amid Coventry City title admission
Coventry City news from CoventryLive as Frank Lampard looks ahead to the task in hand as the Sky Blues prepare for Blackburn
Shirts off and another sold-out away end - 23 cracking photos of Sheffield Wednesday fans at Coventry City
Sheffield Wednesday’s away following was once again the toast of social media this weekend - and this time they were rewarded with an unexpected...
'Sore' - Coventry City injury news as missed man remains doubt for historic moment
Coventry City injury news from CoventryLive as Japanese winger continues his recovery from a rib injury
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1971 – Cantwell’s CCFC Maul Matt’s Men & ‘Our Ernie’ Bests George!!
On this day (13th April) in 1971 the ‘Red Devils’ came to Highfield Road for a Division One game between the Sky Blues and Manchester United...
Doug King explains his next big ambition after seeing Coventry City return to the Premier League
Coventry City feature from CoventryLive as Sky Blues reporter Andy Turner sat down with Doug King for an exclusive chat about long-term...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1957 – Shrewsbury Stalemate; City Share Six With Shrews
On this day (13th April) way back in 1957 Coventry City were stumbling on in the lower reaches of the regionalised Third Division South where they...
Members News: ‘Oggy’ & ‘Spider’ See Sky Blues Nearly Up Despite Owls!
It was a busy day for our brace of extra ‘special’ guests yesterday lunchtime at the CBS Arena. It was top v bottom with five Championship games...
Charity Match Memories: 1970 – Bill’s XI Takes On Ed Stewart’s Showbiz XI
Here’s a matchday memory particularly for older readers and Sky Blue supporters! The date was 12th April 1970, the venue Lockheed football ground,...
George Brown plan outlined after Sheffield Wednesday absence vs Coventry City
Manager Henrik Pedersen has reiterated that Sheffield Wednesday must manage striker George Brown carefully after he was absent from the matchday...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 2011 – See Thorn’s Sky Blues Punish Pompey In Portsmouth
On this Thursday (12th April) in 2011 the Sky Blues were struggling in the Championship and had seen ‘gaffer’ Aidy Boothroyd depart in mid March...
What Middlesbrough, Ipswich Town and Coventry City are saying about the Premier League promotion race
Middlesbrough, Coventry City, Millwall and Ipswich Town are in the race for automatic promotion into the Premier League.
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1987 – See Sky Blues Semi Final Success Leave Leeds Lamenting!
On this day (12th April) in 1987 The Sky Blues, under former players and late lamented duo George Curtis and John Sillett successfully negotiated...
'I ******* love you, Portsmouth': Ipswich Town, Coventry City and even Southampton faithfuls share love for Blues and Conor Chaplin
It’s been billed as the biggest goal seen in the Championship this season. Judging by the reaction from rival clubs over Conor Chaplin’s...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1983 – Sexton’s Sky Blues Scare & Stalemate Rampant Reds!
On this day (12th April) over forty years ago in 1983 the Sky Blues, under the managerial guidance of Dave Sexton were seven games away from the...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1975 – Milne’s Men Make Brum Feel Green At The Double!
On this day (12th April) in 1975 the Sky Blues gaffer Gordon Milne (now a CCFPA member) was pretty much a long term fixture and with only three...
Leeds United enquire about signing Brighton star
Leeds United have reportedly been among the clubs to enquire about the situation of Brighton goalkeeper Carl Rushworth ahead of the summer. The...
Coventry City title rivals 'keen' on summer move for star loan man
Coventry City transfer news from CoventryLive as Carl Rushworth is claimed to be attracting interest from rival club
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1966 – JH’s Sky Blue Defence Deny Derby In Div.2 Success
On this day (April 12th) in 1966 the Sky Blues under Jimmy Hill were playing a return Division Two Easter fixture against East Midlands rivals...
Ipswich Town join Newcastle United in race for Coventry City loan star
Ipswich Town are in the market for a new goalkeeper this summer and they are set to join the race for Carl Rushworth.
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Why Svante Ingelsson was substituted in Sheffield Wednesday stalemate vs Coventry City
Sheffield Wednesday boss Henrik Pedersen has revealed Svante Ingelsson had “not trained much” prior to Saturday’s 0-0 draw with Coventry City at...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1955 – Bantams Bag Revenge As Skilled Lion Tamers!
On this day (12th April) not far over seventy years ago, in 1955, the Bantams’ (as CCFC were then nicknamed) supporters were witnessing the club’s...
'There's a bit of tension' - Frank Lampard admits Coventry players are mentally affected by Premier League promotion push as Championship title nears
Frank Lampard has suggested his Coventry City players are feeling the pressure of their fight to win promotion from the Championship to the Premier...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1954 – The Bantams Bowl Over The Hoops At Highfield Rd.
On this Easter Monday (12th April) way back in 1954 Coventry City , in general, were finding life in the old Division Three South none too easy...
Ghana forward Brandon Thomas-Asante to play in the English Premier League next season
Ghana international Brandon Thomas-Asante will play in the English Premier League next season after helping Coventry City to book promotion from...
Thomas-Asante helps Coventry City seal Premier League promotion
Ghana forward Brandon Thomas-Asante has secured promotion to the Premier League with Coventry City following their goalless draw against Sheffield...
Frank Lampard gives Henrik Pedersen celebration verdict and makes admission about Sheffield Wednesday's future
Coventry City head coach Frank Lampard admitted he could not begrudge Henrik Pedersen of a small celebration following Sheffield Wednesday 0-0 draw...
CHAMPAGNE ON ICE AS OWLS DIG IN
By Jack James COVENTRY City manager Frank Lampard admitted his side’s inevitable promotion may have impacted their goalless draw against...
Coventry City title charge on as promotion secured barring wildest of Fantasy Football turnarounds
Coventry City promotion news from CoventryLive as Frank Lampard makes penalty point amid contrasting fortunes for title rivals Ipswich Town
Frank Lampard's Coventry City all but promoted to Premier League after Boro slip up
Coventry City are all but promoted back in the Premier League after Middlesbrough lost at home to Portsmouth this afternoon.
Henrik Pedersen 'proud' after seeing Sheffield Wednesday keep Coventry City champagne on ice
Sheffield Wednesday manager Henrik Pedersen spoke of his pride after the Owls held Championship table-toppers Coventry City to a goalless draw.
Dominic Iorfa absence explained after missing Sheffield Wednesday draw vs Coventry City
Defender Dominic Iorfa missed Sheffield Wednesday’s 0-0 draw with Coventry City on Saturday afternoon after his wife gave birth.
Coventry City all but promoted after Middlesbrough fall short
Coventry City promotion news from CoventryLive as the Sky Blues' superior goal difference effectively gets them over the line to the Premier League
Coventry City all but mathematically promoted after Middlesbrough fall short
Coventry City promotion news from CoventryLive as the Sky Blues' superior goal difference effectively gets them over the line to the Premier League
Matchday Memories: On This Day 2015 – See Mogga’s Men Owe O’Brien Who Unsettles United!
On this day (11th April) in 2015 the Sky Blues had been under the management of Tony Mowbray since March. Tony had replaced former Sky Blue player,...
Coventry City boss Frank Lampard bemoans penalty decision and makes Sheffield Wednesday admission
Coventry City head coach Frank Lampard was adamant his side should have been awarded a second half penalty in their 0-0 draw with Sheffield...
Frank Lampard makes 'expectation' admission as Coventry City promotion on hold
Coventry City match reaction from CoventryLive as Frank Lampard gives his verdict on the Sky Blues' performance against Sheffield Wednesday
'Amazing' - Henrik Pedersen hails Sheffield Wednesday work ethic after Coventry City draw
Sheffield Wednesday manager Henrik Pedersen saluted his battling players after they earned themselves a fully deserved point against Coventry City...
Coventry City 0-0 Sheffield Wednesday: Championship leaders´ promotion party put on hold
Championship leaders Coventry City missed the chance to clinch promotion on Saturday after a frustrating goalless draw with bottom side Sheffield...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 2006 – Shawsy’s Celtic Testimonial Sees City Win!
On this day (11th April) in 2006 Sky Blue stalwart defender (and CCFPA member) Richard Shaw received his Sky Blue testimonial game. His reputation...
Matchday Memories: On This Day 1978 – Sky Blue Green Makes Milne’s Men Middlesbro’ Point!
On this day (11th April 1978) not far off fifty years ago the Sky Blues travelled up to Teesside looking for some Division One points from...
Coventry City pictures: 53 pictures as Sky Blues fluff their lines and fans turn out in force
It's all over and Coventry City have to wait another week to secure promotion after a 0-0 draw. Very frustrating.
Coventry City player ratings as promotion party on hold amid frustrating day at the CBS
Coventry City player ratings from CoventryLive as Sky Blues reporter Andy Turner hands out the scores from the CBS Arena
Sheffield Wednesday player ratings vs Coventry City as trio get 8/10 in battling stalemate
Sheffield Wednesday produced a brilliant defensive performance to earn a goalless draw against Championship table-toppers Coventry City on Saturday...