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Frank Lampard’s big midfield call and search for goals – Coventry City predicted team v Sunderland

Coventry City predicted team from CoventryLive as Sky Blues reporter Andy Turner attempts to second guess Frank Lampard's selection to face Sunderland…

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 2:58 PM
Frank Lampard’s big midfield call and search for goals – Coventry City predicted team v Sunderland
Key Things to Know
  • Andy Turner predicts Coventry City's starting lineup to face Sunderland following their recent defeat against Fulham.
  • Stephen Mfuni is expected to replace Bobby Thomas in central defense if Thomas is ruled out by injury.
  • Taiwo Awoniyi is projected to start as the central striker ahead of Sidiki Cherif and Ellis Simms.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Coventry Live reporter Andy Turner has outlined his predicted Coventry City starting lineup for the upcoming Premier League match against Sunderland. Following a disappointing defeat to Fulham, manager Frank Lampard is seeking a bounce-back performance. Turner projects Carl Rushworth in goal, behind defenders Milan van Ewijk, Stephen Mfuni, Ethan Pinnock, and Jay Dasilva, with Mfuni expected to step in if Bobby Thomas cannot play due to a lower-leg injury.

In midfield and attack, Turner forecasts Frank Onyeka and Matt Grimes in the central roles, supported by Tatsuhiro Sakamoto, Jack Rudoni, and Ephron Mason-Clark. Taiwo Awoniyi is tipped to lead the line ahead of Sidiki Cherif and Ellis Simms, despite recent struggles for form.

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