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Frank Onyeka injury latest as Coventry City make big Matt Grimes call vs Sunderland

Frank Lampard has made four changes to the Coventry City side to face Sunderland…

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 2:12 PM
Frank Onyeka injury latest as Coventry City make big Matt Grimes call vs Sunderland
Key Things to Know
  • Frank Onyeka missed the Sunderland match with a training niggle as Matt Grimes was dropped.
  • Victor Torp replaced Matt Grimes to make his first career Premier League start for Coventry City.
  • Ethan Pinnock took over the captain's armband in Grimes' absence from the starting eleven.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Coventry City manager Frank Lampard made major lineup changes against Sunderland, dropping regular starter Matt Grimes and missing midfielder Frank Onyeka due to a training niggle. Victor Torp replaced Grimes to make his first Premier League start, partnering Caleb Yirenkyi in midfield, while Ethan Pinnock took over the captain's armband.

The tactical adjustment was one of four alterations made to the squad. Bobby Thomas missed out due to a calf injury and was replaced by Stephen Mfuni, while Taiwo Awoniyi returned to the starting lineup following a suspension, and Yann Gboho made his Premier League debut.

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