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It’s well known that former top footballers don’t always achieve the same level of success when transitioning into managerial or coaching roles. The latest instance of this is Wayne Rooney, who has found out that being a manager can be a highly challenging position.

Another talented player, Frank Lampard, has faced challenges in his coaching career. However, since joining the Championship team Coventry last season, his luck seems to have improved for the former Chelsea star.

Having failed to make a strong impact while managing Derby, Chelsea, and Everton, the ex-England midfielder now appears to have discovered his suitable role at the Championship team.

When Lampard became the manager of the Sky Blues last season, the team was in 17th place on the table, just two points above the relegation zone. However, a streak of nine victories in ten matches helped them qualify for the playoffs, where they ultimately lost to Luton at Wembley in a penalty shootout.

This season, life has become even more rewarding for Lampard as his team remains undefeated at the top of the Championship standings with five victories and four draws.

They have also been scoring goals consistently, netting 27 in nine matches, significantly more than any of their competitors. Their most recent opponents were struggling Sheffield Wednesday, whom they defeated 5-0 at Hillsborough last weekend. A few days prior, they defeated Millwall 4-0 on the road.

Leading the scoring for Coventry has been US player Haji Wright, who has already scored nine goals.

Lampard is naturally pleased with his team’s performance but isn’t letting it go to his head. “We’ve started well,” he mentioned last week. “It’s crucial to stay grounded, appreciate the moment, and maintain this level of play.”

The supporters are also pleased. One fan remarked, “When Lampard was hired, we all had a small smile, thinking it would all end in sorrow. Well done Frank. It’s an exciting time to be a City fan.”

After Coventry’s relegation from the Premier League in 2001, their 34-year tenure in the top division came to an end. Over that period, they won just one significant trophy, defeating Tottenham Hotspur 3-2 in the 1987 FA Cup final.

Following their relegation, significant financial difficulties were further worsened by complicated matters related to their stadium. For multiple seasons, their “home” matches were held at Northampton Town and Birmingham City. This posed a true challenge for their supporters’ loyalty. By 2017, the team had dropped down to League Two.

Although facing significant challenges, they have since made progress, securing promotion from League Two in 2018 and subsequently League One in 2020 to reach the Championship. Conditions off the pitch also improved when the Sisu group sold the club to local entrepreneur Doug King.

It would be a significant moment for Lampard if he were to make a return to the Premier League with Coventry, potentially helping him move past the pain of being dismissed by Chelsea, a club where he had enjoyed great success as a player.

Despite the fact that his dismissal from Chelsea was somewhat anticipated, it still felt too early and exemplified the harshness commonly seen in this outcome-focused industry. Gary Lineker described the termination as “completely absurd.”

Following his removal, a touching “In Frank We Trust” poster stayed in the Stamford Bridge stands for several days, serving as a meaningful reminder of how swiftly circumstances can shift.

Only nine matches have been played, so there’s still a long journey ahead for Lampard to reach his objective. His immediate challenge will be to concentrate on next week’s home match against Blackburn Rovers.

Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc.Syndigate.info).