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Coventry City Revived: New Ownership, Manager, and Fan Spirit

4/13/2026

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Coventry City Football Club stabilized after years of turmoil and near extinction under Sisu, since Doug King’s 2023 takeover.
Doug King appointed Frank Lampard as manager in 2023 to push Coventry City toward the Premier League.
Returning to the CBS Arena has revitalized fan engagement and sparked new traditions.
The anthem We’ll Live and Die in These Towns reflects supporters’ resilience after 25 years away from the top tier.

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Story summary

Coventry City Football Club stabilized after years of turmoil and near extinction under Sisu, since Doug King’s 2023 takeover.
Doug King appointed Frank Lampard as manager in 2023 to push Coventry City toward the Premier League.
Returning to the CBS Arena has revitalized fan engagement and sparked new traditions.
The anthem We’ll Live and Die in These Towns reflects supporters’ resilience after 25 years away from the top tier.