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Coventry City are back in the Premier League for the first time in 25 years. The Sky Blues sealed promotion to the English top-flight with a 1-1 draw at Blackburn Rovers on Friday. Manager Frank Lampard described his side’s promotion as a ‘unique’ achievement. He told Sky Sports: “To go and get promotion automatically as […]

Coventry City is returning to the Premier League for the first time since 2001.

Frank Lampard lauded Coventry City for achieving a “special and unique” promotion to the Premier League, ending their 25-year wait for top-flight football. Coventry went into their match against Blackburn Rovers knowing a point would send them back to the Premier League, and their 1-1 draw was enough to seal their passage. Blackburn were the […] The post Lampard hails ´special and unique´ Coventry promotion appeared first on Soccer News.

Bobby Thomas scored the goal that clinched Coventry City’s promotion to the Premier League after they came from behind to draw 1-1 with Blackburn Rovers at Ewood Park. Frank Lampard’s side knew they only needed a point to confirm their place in the top-flight for the first time since 2001, and after Ryoya Morishita attempted […] The post Blackburn Rovers 1-1 Coventry City: Thomas sends Lampard´s team into Premier League appeared first on Soccer News.

Highlights of the Sky Bet Championship match between Blackburn Rovers and Coventry City.

Bobby Thomas heads in an equaliser against Blackburn Rovers to give Coventry a point and seal their return to the Premier League after 25 years away.

Haji Wright will be playing in the English Premier League next season. Wright and Coventry City sealed promotion to England’s top-flight after fighting back to tie Blackburn Rovers 1-1 at Ewood Park. It marks the Sky Blues’ return to the Premier League since 2001. Ryoya Morishita boosted the hosts in front after 54 minutes but ... Read more

Coventry City will play Premier League football for the first time since 2001 after clinching promotion under Frank Lampard, sealed by a late 1-1 draw at Blackburn Rovers

Do you know how far back the EPL goes? The Premier League, as it exists today, only started in 1992. In the three decades since, it has produced some of the most remarkable individual and team performances in football history. But, for interest’s sake, here’s a deep dive into the history of the EPL for… The post EPL Records and History first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

Coventry City’s dominant EFL Championship season has them on the verge of returning to England’s top-flight. Frank Lampard’s squad can clinch promotion to the English Premier League on Friday by earning at least one point from a road trip to Blackburn Rovers. It would seal the Sky Blues’ return to the top-flight since last being ... Read more

The Premier League Golden Boot has been won by some of the greatest forwards in the history of the game, but only a handful have ever reached the truly extraordinary tallies that separate them from the rest. With Premier League top scorer odds regularly attracting attention from fans and bettors alike, here is a look… The post The players who won the Premier League Golden Boot with the most goals first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

Plus: teams who went out of Europe without losing a game, and rare competitive meetings Mail us with your questions and answers “What’s the furthest a team has gone in Europe while being relegated in the same season?” wonders Matt Reilly. This question was probably asked in reference to Tottenham, who were still in the Champions League at the time, but it’s still relevant to some of this year’s quarter-finalists. Nottingham Forest are three points above the relegation places in the Premier League; Fiorentina only have a five-point cushion in Serie A. Real Zaragoza 2001-02, first round; 2007-08, first round Alavés 2002-03, second round Celta Vigo 2006-07, last 16 Real Zaragoza 2007-08, first round Real Betis 2013-14, last 16 Espanyol 2019-20, last 32 Blackburn Rovers 1998-99, Uefa Cup first round Bradford City 2000-01, Intertoto semi-final Ipswich Town 2001-02, Uefa Cup third round Ruda Hvezda Brno 1960-61, Cup Winners’ Cup Dynamo Zilina 1961-62, Cup Winners’ Cup Espanyol 1961-62. Inter-Cities Fairs Cup Napoli 1962-63, Cup Winners’ Cup Bayern Munich 1962-63, Inter-Cities Fairs Cup 1. FC Magdeburg 1965-66, Cup Winners’ Cup Lyn 1968-69, Cup Winners’ Cup Beroe Stara Zagora 1973-74, Cup Winners’ Cup Real Betis 1977-78, Cup Winners’ Cup Bologna 1990-91, Uefa Cup First round Artmedia Bratislavia (2-2 away, 3-1 home) Group stage Sparta Prague (2-0 away), Zulte Waregem (6-2 home), Ajax (2-0 away), Austria Wien (1-0 home) Last 32 Livorno (2-1 away, 2-0 home) Last 16 Maccabi Haifa (0-0 away, 4-0 home) Quarter-final Benfica (3-2 home, 0-0 away) Semi-final Werder Bremen (3-0 home, 2-1 away) Final Sevilla 2-2 (1-3 pens)

Portsmouth manager John Mousinho believes it is ‘blatantly obvious’ there is a conflict of interest involving Michael O’Neill’s dual role. The Northern Ireland boss was name…

The business end of the Championship season is among us, so it's time to make our final league table predictions for the 2025/26 season. Coventry City are already essentially promoted, but will Ipswich Town, Middlesbrough or Millwall join them in the Premier League? The race for the play-offs is heating up with Hull City, Southampton, Wrexham, and Derby County still vying for a place. And relegation is confirmed for Sheffield Wednesday, but which two of Oxford United, Leicester City, Portsmouth, West Brom and Blackburn Rovers will join them? Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach give their predictions! It's the Second Tier. #Championship #SecondTier #EFL #SecondTierPodcast Sign up for bonus content and access to the Second Tier Discord ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjqVFKB1yw2z_XyVINhB9qA/join Don't miss a video! Subscribe NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@secondtierpod?sub_confirmation=1 Chapters: 0:00 - Relegation About the Second Tier Podcast: A podcast dedicated to the EFL Championship. Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach bring you three episodes every week with opinions and news from the second tier of English football. Whether it’s the latest on the next Jude Bellingham or fresh managerial drama, we’ve got you covered with all the fascinating storylines from the most entertaining league in the world! Listen to the FULL PODCAST: https://lnk.to/secondtier Follow Second Tier: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@secondtierpodcast X: https://x.com/secondtierpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secondtierpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@secondtierpod Patreon: https://patreon.com/secondtier Our FINAL Championship league table predictions! https://www.youtube.com/@secondtierpod?sub_confirmation=1

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest from the Ireland-Israel debacle plus the weather lays waste to games across the country in the League of Ireland. Republic of Ireland learn their fate in the UEFA Nations League B3, drawn alongside Austria, Kosovo and Israel, with fixtures now confirmed. The Boys in Green begin with a September away double-header in Kosovo and Israel, before October clashes at the Aviva Stadium. Boycott calls grow louder as former Ireland international Eoin Doyle urges action over the Israel fixtures. Bohemians COO Daniel Lambert says the Football Association of Ireland, fans and players should not be put in this position. The42’s Gavin Cooney explains why UEFA ultimately hold the financial power in the debate. Stormy conditions threaten another chaotic night in the League of Ireland, with multiple pitch inspections across the country. Drogheda United host Waterford at Sullivan & Lambe Park after late drama on opening weekend. Dundalk could debut Tyreke Wilson against Derry City, as James McClean continues his return to domestic action. First Division focus as Wexford FC, UCD and Cobh Ramblers aim to get their campaigns up and running despite the weather. Cork City begin life back in the second tier with a Munster derby against Treaty United, as Seani Maguire targets promotion. Arsenal drop points in the Premier League title race after a 1-1 draw at Brentford, leaving Mikel Arteta’s side four clear of Manchester City. Keith Andrews’ Brentford remain in the European hunt and are boosted by Igor Thiago signing a new long-term deal. Glen Whelan prepares to lead Wigan Athletic into the FA Cup spotlight against Arsenal at the Emirates. Northern Ireland boss Michael O’Neill is set for a dual role at Blackburn Rovers, while Dean Brennan receives a nine-game ban and Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior prepares for an emotional return to Hull. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Join Matthew Brennan, Ben Symes and David Wilson as they delve into the biggest stories this week in the world of Irish football. Alan Browne has had one of the better seasons of the Irish players in the English Championship and Matthew calls for his inclusion in the next ROI squad. Also Matthew goes through his Irish EFL team of the week, and what players could step up in the future to don the green shirt. Eiran Cashin's resurgence at Blackburn Rovers is a positive but how high is his ceiling? Owen Elding is the latest young prodigy to make the move across to the UK, but did the Bit O'Red get hard done by a measly transfer fee? Jack Moylan has made the move in recent years, and is finding his feet at Lincoln City. There is debate around summer football and the FAI pathways plan. Is there enough investment into football facilities in the country? Do other sports hold too much sway over football in the country, and why can't we all just get along? And with Donald Trump's America continuing to grab the headlines globally, we ponder do we even need to be there at the World Cup in the first place? And as ever, we are looking for your inspiration to help us, fancy getting in touch? You can do so by emailing [email protected] Contact us on socials @offtheball across all our platforms. Or if you want to contact us directly message the @offtheball.football account on Instagram. And as ever, we are on WhatsApp on 087 9 180 180. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Watford FC celebrate Sir Elton John with a limited-edition kit inspired by his "Diamonds" album artwork – set to debut against Blackburn Rovers.

Lily Murphy is this week’s guest on the Official Man City Podcast... Our talented teenage forward talks about her journey to the club she has supported all her life. Via Manchester United and Blackburn Rovers, Lily worked her way towards the Blues before finally joining in 2022. The 19-year-old also represented England at youth level in athletics, recording a 11.81 seconds 100-metre sprint along the way! Indeed, she demonstrated her electric pace in our 2-0 Champions League quarter-final, first leg win over Chelsea recently, giving England legend Lucy Bronze a busy first 45 minutes! Lily also speaks of her City idol Sergio Aguero and how he inspired her playing style as well as creating her ultimate Manchester City Women player. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the USMNT reportedly poised to play friendlies against Colombia and Brazil in June, Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Jesse Marsch discuss the possibility of facing a potential Copa America opponent right before the tournament starts, and whether Gregg Berhalter’s system contains enough flexibility to pose either side a problem. (04:59) Meanwhile, Charlie isn’t overly optimistic about the U-23 U.S. men’s national team’s chances ahead of their Olympic Games warm-up match against hosts and early favorites France. (15:25) Then, the guys react to Duncan McGuire returning stateside after his move to Blackburn Rovers collapsed due to a clerical error. Is another season at Orlando City a blessing in disguise for the 23-year-old? (23:35) There were goals galore for the Americans Abroad over the weekend. Jimmy and Charlie spotlight two players who got on the scoresheet - Taylor Booth and Johnny Cardoso - while Jesse waxes lyrical over defensive stalwarts Tim Ream and Antonee Robinson. (32:27) On the domestic front, the guys preview the 2024 MLS season and pick out their three Americans to watch in the context of the national team. (42:45) And with whispers that IFAB is looking to introduce sin bins to the game, the guys weigh in on the controversial blue card idea. (59:05) Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @jessemarsch For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can also watch Call It What You Want on the CBS Sports Golazo Network for free on connected TVs and mobile devices through the CBS Sports app, Pluto TV, and on CBSSports.com as well as Paramount+. Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, Brasileiro, Argentine Primera División, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Sign up to the Golazo newsletter, your ultimate guide to the Beautiful Game as our experts take you beyond the pitch and around the globe with news that matters. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adam Hurrey is joined by Charlie Eccleshare and David Walker on the latest Adjudication Panel. The agenda includes: the inside story of a viral Sunday League wondergoal, the Premier League's Twitter account crosses a line, a Luton fan's incredibly niche spreadsheet and how Blackburn Rovers briefly got embroiled in the Iraq War Meanwhile, the panel debate what constitutes a "rasping" shot and set the threshold for a defensive "comedy of errors." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jermaine, Jerry & Babs Join Meeds to talk about all things Chelsea this week. The boys go over the win against Blackburn Rovers in the Carabao Cup as Chelsea advance into the last 8 an await Newcastle in the next round. They wax lyrical about Cole Jermaine Palmer and the positives of James and Badiashile returning from injury and they also touch on the disappointing defeat to Brentford last weekend. Finally, they preview the massive game against Spurs on Monday night which is likely to be one filled with drama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gordon Duncan is joined by Mark Wilson and Gordon Dalziel to talk about the latest in Scottish football including Blackburn Rovers' Dom Hyam's call-up to the national team, Liel Abada transfer rumours and more...

Blackburn Rovers have made an impressive start to the season and sit in the automatic promotion spots. It’s manager Jon...

Paul sat down with ex-Liverpool player Stewart Downing and got a few words on the young star Harvey Elliott, who he played with at Blackburn Rovers last season! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s May 2012, and Blackburn Rovers are a laughing stock. Barely 18 months previously, the club, formerly Premier League champions...

Taken from our website content in which we interviewed fans of each club our loanees went to (minus Minamino), we find out how well each player performed and what we can expect to see from them next season! +WATCH ALL THE FULL INTERVIEWS HERE+ Harvey Elliott - Blackburn Rovers: https://bit.ly/3p4PcBX Marko Grujic - FC Porto: https://bit.ly/3idcvrA Sepp Van den Berg - Preston North End: https://bit.ly/2SHdAgX Loris Karius & Taiwo Awoniyi - FC Berlin: https://bit.ly/2Tub126 Adam Lewis - Plymouth Argyle: https://bit.ly/3fyrLxM Harry Wilson & Sheyi Ojo - Cardiff City: https://bit.ly/3uEAHG5 (Taki Minamino - Southampton - Hopefully Coming Soon) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s 25 years since Blackburn Rovers won the Premier League title in incredible circumstances. In the last episode of our current season, Rob talks to John Duerden, author of Rovers Revolution, about Blackburn’s dramatic rise under Jack Walker, the monstrous brilliance of Alan Shearer – and that unforgettable afternoon at Anfield. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit nessundorma.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Jones hosts the show today on what is the 25th anniversary of the first time Blackburn Rovers became champions of England 81 years ago. Sir Kenny Dalglish talks through his incredible story of leading the team to this remarkable victory. Also on the show: former England manager Sven-Göran Eriksson looks back over his incredible managerial career; Glenn Murray gives his reaction to the plans for 'Project Restart' and Derby coach and ex-Blackburn goalkeeper Shay Given talks through his hopes for Derby County. Listen to every episode of the Sky Sports Premier League Podcast here: skysports.com/sky-sports-premier-league-podcast You can listen to the Sky Sports Premier League Podcast on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play the Sky Sports Premier League Podcast". For all the latest football news, head to skysports.com/premier-league For advertising opportunities email: [email protected]

Alex Scott and Chris Kamara are joined by Stewart Downing who discusses life at Blackburn Rovers and how much he is enjoying playing. Listen to every episode of the Sky Sports Premier League Podcast here: skysports.com/sky-sports-premier-league-podcast You can listen to the Sky Sports Premier League Podcast on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play the Sky Sports Premier League Podcast". For all the latest football news, head to skysports.com/premier-league For advertising opportunities email: [email protected]