Coventry
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Coventry's 2025/2026 Championship Campaign
Coventry enjoyed a stellar 2025/2026 Championship campaign, finishing top of the table with a commanding 95 points. Their record of 28 wins, 11 draws, and just 7 losses showcased a team that could consistently deliver both at home and on the road. Offensively, they were prolific, netting 97 goals—51 at home and 46 away—while their defence was equally impressive, conceding only 45 goals throughout the season.
At home, Coventry were particularly tough to beat, losing just twice and keeping eight clean sheets. Away from the Ricoh Arena, they remained formidable, securing 11 wins and seven draws, along with nine clean sheets, which speaks to their resilience. The goal difference of +52 neatly sums up the balance between their attacking verve and defensive solidity.
Looking ahead, Coventry will be keen to build on this championship-winning formula as they prepare for the challenges that come with success and higher expectations. Their campaign certainly sets a high bar for whatever comes next.
Points trajectory
Rank 17
Manager
F. Lampard
England
Season at a glance
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Premier League table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Manchester City | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | +8 | 15 |
| 17 |  Bournemouth | 5 | 0 | 3 | 2 | -2 | 3 |
| 18 |  Coventry | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | -9 | 3 |
| 19 |  Tottenham | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | -6 | 2 |
Coventry's 2025/2026 Championship Campaign
Coventry have showcased a largely consistent campaign in the 2025/2026 Championship, finishing top of the table with a strong points haul of 95 from 46 games. Their record reflects fewer slips in defeat (7) compared to draws (11), indicating a tendency to drop points more often through stalemates rather than losses.
The balance between home and away performances is noteworthy: 17 wins at home and 11 on the road, coupled with a solid defensive record boasting 17 clean sheets split almost evenly between home and away fixtures. While the biggest win streak isn't specified, the overall shape of results suggests a steady accumulation of points rather than a streaky surge.
With 97 goals scored and a goal difference of +52, Coventry have combined attacking prowess with defensive solidity, making their campaign a textbook example of consistency paying off in the Championship.
Statistics
Home / Away splits
Biggest results
- Biggest home loss0-5
- Biggest away loss3-0
Week-by-week trends
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Form & Record▾
Last 4 competitive
Injuries▾
No current injuries reported
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Current Streaks
Competitive matches only
Scored in their last 1 games
Conceded in 4 of last 5 games
Kept 1 consecutive clean sheet
Won 1 in a row
Lost 4 of last 5 games
No active streak
Failed to score in 4 of last 5 games
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Coventry's Home and Away Form in the 2025/2026 Championship
Coventry have shown a strong attacking threat both at home and on the road in the 2025/2026 Championship. They netted 51 goals at home and 46 away, proving they are just as dangerous in front of their own fans as they are in hostile territory. Defensively, they are slightly more solid at home, conceding 19 goals compared to 26 away.
Interestingly, Coventry have kept nine clean sheets away, one more than their eight at home, suggesting a disciplined away strategy despite conceding more overall. Their ability to win frequently on home turf (17 wins) and maintain resilience away (11 wins) underpins their impressive league-leading points tally. It’s a balanced side that combines attacking verve with defensive organisation, no matter the venue.
Fipster's Record on Coventry
Fipster has dipped its toes into Coventry's 2025/2026 Championship campaign with a modest but promising start. The model has made just one scored prediction so far, which it rated a "tick" rather than a "star" or a "miss". While the sample size is small, this suggests Fipster is still building its record on the Sky Blues, showing cautious optimism rather than blind confidence.
As Coventry sit top of the Championship with a commanding 95 points, Fipster’s evolving assessments will be worth watching as the season progresses.
Venue
The Coventry Building Society Arena
Squad
| # | Player | Pos | Apps | G | A | Mins | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 |  B. WilsonGoalkeeper | Goalkeeper | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 19 |  C. RushworthGoalkeeper | Goalkeeper | 5 | 0 | 1 | 450 | 6.72 |
| 25 |  D. BentleyGoalkeeper | Goalkeeper | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| 2 |  E. PinnockDefender | Defender | 4 | 0 | 0 | 282 | 6.48 |
| 4 |  B. ThomasDefender | Defender | 5 | 0 | 0 | 438 | 7.09 |
| 12 |  S. MfuniDefender | Defender | 1 | 0 | 0 | 90 | 6.61 |
| 20 |  K. Kesler-HaydenDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 21 |  J. BidwellDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 22 |  J. LatibeaudiereDefender | Defender | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 |
| 24 |  A. AmendaDefender | Defender | 4 | 0 | 0 | 360 | 6.70 |
| 26 |  L. WoolfendenDefender | Defender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 3 |  J. DasilvaMidfielder | Midfielder | 5 | 1 | 0 | 445 | 6.82 |
| 6 |  M. GrimesMidfielder | Midfielder | 5 | 0 | 0 | 444 | 6.83 |
| 7 |  T. SakamotoMidfielder | Midfielder | 1 | 0 | 0 | 31 | 3.35 |
| 8 |  Caleb Marfo YirenkyiMidfielder | Midfielder | 5 | 0 | 0 | 266 | 6.46 |
| 10 |  E. Mason-ClarkMidfielder | Midfielder | 4 | 0 | 0 | 234 | 6.48 |
| 16 |  F. OnyekaMidfielder | Midfielder | 4 | 0 | 0 | 316 | 6.48 |
| 27 |  M. van EwijkMidfielder | Midfielder | 4 | 0 | 0 | 360 | 6.58 |
| 28 |  J. EcclesMidfielder | Midfielder | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 29 |  V. TorpMidfielder | Midfielder | 3 | 0 | 0 | 60 | 4.83 |
| 34 |  Y. GbohoMidfielder | Midfielder | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| 38 |  G. HamerMidfielder | Midfielder | 3 | 0 | 0 | 38 | 4.78 |
| 5 |  J. RudoniAttacker | Attacker | 5 | 0 | 0 | 301 | 6.80 |
| 9 |  E. SimmsAttacker | Attacker | 3 | 0 | 0 | 105 | 6.39 |
| 11 |  H. WrightAttacker | Attacker | — | — | — | — | — |
| 14 |  T. AwoniyiAttacker | Attacker | 4 | 0 | 0 | 234 | 6.33 |
| 17 |  L. TchaounaAttacker | Attacker | 4 | 0 | 0 | 213 | 6.61 |
| 23 |  B. Thomas-AsanteAttacker | Attacker | 5 | 0 | 0 | 228 | 6.47 |
| 49 |  S. CherifAttacker | Attacker | 1 | 0 | 0 | 30 | 3.35 |
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