"He succeeded the popular Mark Robins with the Sky Blues in a rut and what he's achieved in 11 months is impressive to say the last. Analysis of Coventry's partial first season with Lampard at the helm was a matter of piecing together shards of evidence a good run of form here, an injury setback there, wise words throughout and, ultimately, heartbreak in the play-offs."
"There's no need for such molecular assessment in 2025/26 so far. The Sky Blues are flying and are the only team in the top four divisions yet to taste league defeat. It's to Middlesbrough's credit that they're within three points of the leaders. Lampard's experience is well suited to the challenges ahead. He reached the play-off final as the Derby County manager in 2019, losing out to an Aston Villa team with unstoppable momentum and an outstanding Championship squad."
Frank Lampard approached the end of his first year as Coventry City manager after succeeding Mark Robins and stabilizing a club in a rut. He achieved notable progress in 11 months, with last season defined by runs of form, injuries and eventual play-off heartbreak. In 2025/26 Coventry began the campaign unbeaten, the only team across the top four divisions yet to taste league defeat, with Middlesbrough three points behind. Lampard's prior experience includes reaching the 2019 play-off final with Derby County. Owner Doug King backed Lampard amid other interest, and Lampard's leadership and player trust have driven Coventry's strong start.
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