Coventry Secures Championship Play-Off Spot After Victory Over Middlesbrough

Frank Lampard has revitalized Coventry City, guiding them from 17th place upon his November appointment to a fifth-place finish and a Championship playoff berth after a final-day 2-0 win over Middlesbrough. Jack Rudoni was pivotal, scoring both goals in front of a record home crowd and earning praise for his work ethic and decisive play. Lampard's tenure has been marked by steady improvement, tactical rebuilding, and strong team spirit, overcoming doubts about his managerial ability after difficult spells at previous clubs. This success has been highlighted as Lampard’s most impressive managerial run, averaging his highest points-per-game rate to date. Coventry will now face Sunderland in the playoff semi-finals, carrying momentum from a remarkable late-season surge. Lampard credited both the players and the club’s resilient fanbase for the turnaround, emphasizing there is still work to do as they chase promotion.