Coventry Round-Up, Saturday 24th October: Bobb's Late Strike Sinks Sky Blues at the CBS Arena
It was a tough afternoon at the CBS Arena as Coventry City fell to a narrow 1-0 defeat to Fulham in the Premier League, with Oscar Bobb's late moment of magic proving the difference (The Sun) (Sky Sports) (BBC Sport). The ex-Manchester City attacker struck with just 11 minutes left on the clock, having been on the verge of being substituted by Fulham boss Alvaro Arbeloa, and the goal moved the Cottagers clear of the relegation zone while making it back-to-back wins for the visitors (The Sun) (Sky Sports). It was a game of fine margins - Josh King had earlier struck the post for Coventry, while Calvin Bassey was denied what looked like a penalty shout after a VAR review went against the Sky Blues (Sky Sports).
CoventryLive's Andy Turner was pitchside for the matchday blog, bringing live updates throughout from the CBS Arena (CoventryLive), and he followed up with his player ratings as the Sky Blues slipped to defeat (CoventryLive).
Frank Lampard admitted after the game that his side must now show resilience following a disappointing result against Fulham (BBC Sport). The Coventry boss gave his verdict on the match reaction, reflecting on how his team were edged out by a decisive moment (CoventryLive). Lampard was also asked about Bobby Thomas, with the manager saying he was left 'hoping' over the extent of the defender's injury, though no further detail was given (CoventryLive).
The result clearly stung supporters - BBC Sport spoke to fan Conna Chahal, who admitted it was "the saddest I've been after a game this season" following the home reverse to Fulham (BBC Sport).
Away from the pitch, there was a heart-warming story doing the rounds as CoventryLive told the tale of Doreen Howell, affectionately known as 'Sky Blue Nana'. The 93-year-old has followed Coventry City for more than 70 years and, despite living with dementia, still cheers the Sky Blues on - she was even present at Wembley to see the club lift the FA Cup back in 1987 (CoventryLive).
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