Frank Lampard starts Coventry City tenure with draw against Cardiff City
Frank Lampard began his role as head coach of Coventry City with a 2-2 draw against Cardiff City. This match marked his return to the Championship after 18 months away, following his dismissal from Chelsea. The game highlighted the challenges of the league, as Coventry struggled against a team yet to win away this season. Lampard took over after Mark Robins was dismissed due to a poor start to the season, despite his previous successes with the club. Fans expressed mixed feelings about the change but showed optimism for Lampard's leadership. He aims to create an exciting, attacking team while acknowledging the legacy left by Robins. In the match, Coventry equalized late with a penalty, salvaging a point. Lampard emphasized his focus on coaching rather than celebrity status, stating he is committed to improving the team.