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Ben Wilson backs Sky Blue Army as Coventry City face first club Sunderland

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By Andy Turner · Coventry Telegraph

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 7:00 AM

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Ben Wilson praised Coventry City supporters ahead of the Premier League match against his former club, Sunderland.
Wilson believes continued backing from the fans will prove crucial to Coventry retaining their top-flight status.
The 34-year-old goalkeeper originally started his football career in Sunderland's youth academy.

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Coventry City goalkeeper Ben Wilson has praised the club's supporters ahead of their Premier League clash against Sunderland at the CBS Arena. Wilson, who began his career with the Black Cats' academy before joining Coventry in 2019, highlighted the vital role the home crowd plays as the club aims to preserve its top-flight status under manager Frank Lampard.

The 34-year-old reflects on the Sky Blues' rise from League One to the top division, marking their first Premier League campaign since 2001. Wilson also described his emotions watching from the bench behind starting goalkeeper Carl Rushworth as Coventry navigates their return to the elite tier.

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