Coventry Round-Up, Thursday 5th November: Lampard Names Pinnock Captain as Sky Blues Prepare for Everton Test

Frank Lampard has been reflecting on Coventry City's win over Sunderland, revealing he made Ethan Pinnock captain for the game and giving his reaction to how the defender handled the armband (CoventryLive). It's clearly been a popular decision behind the scenes, with Lampard keen to praise the response he's had from the squad since the victory (CoventryLive) (CoventryLive).

The Sky Blues now turn their attention to a tough away trip to face Everton, with the game taking place on Friday evening (CoventryLive). Lampard says his side head into the match at Goodison Park in a positive mood following that win over Sunderland, though he's also spoken about navigating some 'complications' within the squad as he prepares his team (CoventryLive).

Team news is a big talking point ahead of kick-off. CoventryLive report that as many as eight players could be missing for Coventry when they make the trip to Merseyside (CoventryLive). On the Everton side, David Moyes has given an update confirming that Jack Grealish will not be involved against Coventry (CoventryLive), while Sports Mole have also run the rule over the injury and suspension situation for both clubs ahead of the Premier League clash, along with their predicted lineups (Sports Mole).

Looking ahead to how Lampard might set his side up, CoventryLive's predicted XI piece touches on what's being described as a 'perfect partnership' option for Lampard to consider, along with a selection puzzle surrounding Grimes, and what's being called a welcome headache in terms of team selection as Coventry travel to face Everton (CoventryLive).

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