The battle for promotion in the EFL Championship is heating up as Coventry City take on Sunderland AFC in a blockbuster tie in the lunchtime kick-off this Saturday, 25th February.
Overview of Coventry City’s Current Form.
Coventry City has been in good form leading into this match, with Mark Robin’s side having taken 7 points from their last 3 games. The Sky Blues have become renowned for their attacking play this season, with top scorer Viktor Gyökeres scoring 15 goals in 33 appearances, while Gustavo Hamer and Jamie Allen continue their good form in a strong midfield partnership. With an impressive defence and the experience of goalkeeper Ben Wilson to back them up, they will be looking to make it 3 wins in a row with a victory over Sunderland AFC.
Sunderland AFC’s Recent Performance and Key Players.
Sunderland endured a tough night in a midweek defeat away at Rotherham but was previously unbeaten in 6 league games. However, they have been strong on the road this season with the upset at Rotherham being their first away defeat since October and they had picked up 12 points from their previous 6 games, although they are becoming known as ‘draw specialists’. Midfielder Amad Diallo has been in outstanding form, and he has developed a good attacking partnership with Patrick Roberts. He will be hoping to inspire the team from the middle of the park. Striker Jor Gelhardt, on loan from Leeds United, scored his first Sunderland goal in midweek and will be confident of extending his goal tally against Coventry. Centre half and team captain Danny Batth is another key player for Sunderland AFC and his leadership will be essential if they are to take a win on Saturday lunchtime.
Head-to-Head Record between the Two Sides.
Sunderland and Coventry City have faced each other 43 times in the past with Sunderland winning 12, Coventry winning 14, and sharing the points in 16 draws. The two sides last met in the midlands when Coventry secured a narrow 1-0 win at their shared home ground St Andrew’s Stadium. Striker Matt Godden was the hero that day with a goal inside the first 3 minutes. It will be a fascinating match between two sides that have plenty to play for as both clubs battle it out for a Championship play-off spot. Will Coventry City have enough to keep their unbeaten run going against Sunderland or can the Black Cats shock their opponents on Saturday?
Analysis of What to Expect from This Matchup.
With Sunderland looking to bounce back from a disappointing midweek defeat and Coventry looking to climb further up the table, it will be an interesting battle between two teams searching for much-needed points. Many predict that the game could be a close affair with Coventry City being slight favourites given their home advantage. However, with Sunderland boasting an impressive defensive record this season they know how to stay compact and work hard as a unit – can they marshal their resources accordingly and get something from this match? Another exciting factor to consider is the individual battles on the pitch. Both sides have experienced and creative players that could make all the difference, who will come out on top on Saturday?
Watching the Coventry City v Sunderland AFC match at home?
If you are watching the match at home on TV then treat yourself to a pack of Sunderland beer wrapped with a stylised Sunderland Home Kit. Each kit is based on the current season’s design.
