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Coventry City Promoted to Premier League After 25 Years

4/18/2026

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Coventry City has secured promotion to Premier League after a 1-1 draw with Blackburn Rovers, first in 25 years.
Frank Lampard, Coventry City manager, took charge in November 2024 and led the club to promotion.
To celebrate, Coventry City plans a bus parade and music festival on May 4, 2026, with 50,000 fans.
The parade starts at the Coventry Building Society Arena, travels through neighborhoods, and ends at Hearsall Common.

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Coventry City has secured promotion to Premier League after a 1-1 draw with Blackburn Rovers, first in 25 years.
Frank Lampard, Coventry City manager, took charge in November 2024 and led the club to promotion.
To celebrate, Coventry City plans a bus parade and music festival on May 4, 2026, with 50,000 fans.
The parade starts at the Coventry Building Society Arena, travels through neighborhoods, and ends at Hearsall Common.