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Lampard addresses Chelsea links following Rosenior sacking

Frank Lampard has reaffirmed his commitment to Coventry City following suggestions he could be targeted for a sensational third stint at Chelsea. After leading the Sky Blues to the Championship title and Premier League promotion, the Blues legend insisted he is focused on his current success rather than the vacancy left by Liam Rosenior’s sacking.

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Wrexham co-owners Mac & Reynolds send Vegas invite to Lampard & Coventry

Wrexham's Hollywood co-owners Rob Mac and Ryan Reynolds have never been shy about celebrating success with a trip to Las Vegas, but their latest invitation comes with a calculated twist. After Frank Lampard's Coventry City secured the Championship title and promotion to the Premier League, the Red Dragons' bosses are looking to exploit the festive mood to aid their own pursuit of a place in the top flight.

Lampard pays tribute to 'amazing' Coventry stars as Championship title sealed

Frank Lampard has hailed his "amazing" Coventry City squad after they officially clinched the Championship title with a ruthless 5-1 demolition of Portsmouth. The victory at the CBS Arena ensures the Sky Blues will return to the top flight as champions, capping off a remarkable transformation under the former Chelsea man.

Long road pays off: Wright finally Premier League-bound

It took multiple stops across leagues and countries, but the 28-year-old forward is set to return to the game's highest levels.

Coventry City v Preston North End - Sky Bet Championship

Lampard wins Championship Manager of the Season

Frank Lampard has been named EFL Championship Manager of the Season following his role in guiding Coventry City to promotion. The award serves as validation for a campaign that saw Coventry consistently defy expectations and outpace traditional heavyweights in the division. By winning the title, the former Chelsea midfielder has brought to an end a painful 25-year exile from the top flight of English football.

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Americans Abroad: Wright is Prem bound, Balogun on verge of history

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Hull City v Coventry City - Sky Bet Championship

‘There will be interest’ - PL-bound Coventry receive Lampard warning

Frank Lampard has successfully guided Coventry City back to the Premier League, ending more than two decades of hurt for the Sky Blues. However, the club has now been warned that their manager’s stock has risen so high that they may face a battle to retain his services for their top-flight return.

Wrexham AFC v Southampton - Sky Bet Championship

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Blackburn Rovers v Coventry City - Sky Bet Championship

"I hadn't realised at all": Lampard deeply moved by historic promotion

Frank Lampard has guided founding member Coventry City back to the Premier League, and the achievement clearly moves him. The Sky Blues had suffered a steep decline.

Lampard guides Coventry to Premier League with promotion

Frank Lampard has officially returned to the Premier League after guiding Coventry City to automatic Championship promotion following a tense 1-1 draw against Blackburn Rovers. The Sky Blues finally ended their 25-year exile from the top flight in dramatic fashion at Ewood Park.

Lampard admits 'tension' is affecting Coventry's promotion push

Frank Lampard has suggested his Coventry City players are feeling the pressure of their fight to win promotion from the Championship to the Premier League. The Sky Blues have all but secured a spot in next season's top flight having opened up a 12-point gap to Millwall in third place with four games remaining, boasting a far superior goal difference.

Bristol City v Coventry City - Sky Bet Championship

Lampard nominated for Championship Manager of Season but Wrexham boss snubbed

Frank Lampard has seen his managerial reputation completely restored after being named on the four-man shortlist for the Championship Manager of the Season award. The former Chelsea boss has guided Coventry City to the brink of the Premier League, sitting 12 points clear at the top of the table. There was, however, no place among the nominees for Wrexham's Phil Parkinson.

Hull vs Coventry: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Championship match between Hull and Coventry, as well as kick-off time and team news

Coventry vs Derby: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Championship match between Coventry and Derby, as well as kick-off time and team news

‘Always a fear’ - Lampard return to Chelsea could happen

Former Coventry striker Clinton Morrison has told GOAL why there is “always a fear” that Frank Lampard could leave the Premier League-bound Sky Blues and return to Chelsea. In his current coaching post, ex-England international Lampard is close to delivering promotion back into the top-flight. He is, however, seeing a third stint as manager at Stamford Bridge speculated on.

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Lampard would do 'amazing job' at Chelsea if called back for third spell

Manchester United legend Nicky Butt has backed Frank Lampard for a third managerial stint at Chelsea as pressure mounts on current boss Liam Rosenior. The former Chelsea midfielder has revitalised his coaching reputation in the Championship, leading Coventry City toward a long-awaited Premier League return. Butt believes Lampard’s evolution as a coach makes him the ideal candidate to steady the ship at Stamford Bridge.

Swansea vs Coventry: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Championship match between Swansea and Coventry, as well as kick-off time and team news

Coventry vs Southampton: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Championship match between Coventry and Southampton, as well as kick-off time and team news

Coventry vs Preston: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Championship match between Coventry and Preston, as well as kick-off time and team news

Americans Abroad: Pulisic and Milan get crucial win over Inter

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including important three points for Pulisic's AC Milan.

Lampard & Coventry get ‘disaster’ PL promotion warning

Frank Lampard and Coventry City have been warned that it could be a “disaster” if they fail to secure automatic promotion into the Premier League this season, given how dominant they have been in the Championship at times. Sky Blues legend Gary McAllister has told GOAL why a “big decision” in the dugout is paying off for a club that has been out of the top-flight for 25 years.

Americans Abroad: Balogun, Wright and Musah all score

GOAL reviews the major takeaways from Americans playing in Europe, including some big goals from strikers

Coventry vs Stoke: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the Championship match between Coventry and Stoke, as well as kick-off time and team news

AA preview: Pulisic hunts for fitness and Balogun looks to build

Christian Pulisic is hunting for fitness for Milan, and Folarin Balogun could deliver a big three points for his team if he continues his current form.

📽️ | USMNT star Wright hits stunning hat-trick for Coventry

USMNT star Haji Wright hit a stunning hat-trick for Coventry against fellow promotion hopefuls Middlesbrough, firing Frank Lampard’s side back to the top of the Championship table. The Sky Blues have thrown away a commanding lead at the summit of the English second tier, but remain on course to reach the Premier League.

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