Welcome to CoventryLive's coverage of all things Sky Blues. We've rounded up the Accrington Stanley view of Coventry City - and what talking points emerged from a Sky Blues perspective on Saturday. You can read Mark Robins' full transcript, too, and a former City manager has been linked with the Southampton job by the bookies. This is the Coventry news: Opposition view Captain Michael Doyle’s late goal ensured Coventry City took a point from their home clash with Accrington Stanley, though it means the end of their recent winning run. Doyle prodded home from close range to cancel out Offande Zanzala’s opener for Stanley, who were ultimately good value for their point. He netted at the start of the second half. Here's how the Lancashire Telegraph reported Sky Blues' sixth successive match without defeat. Read more here. Thompson's message to Robins Jordon Thompson slotted in at right-back, and performed well. Usually a centre-half, the youngster didn’t look … [Read more...] about Shock link for former City boss as player sends message to Robins
Thanks message to boss
Sky Blues defender issues message to fans after difficult start
Jack Grimmer has issued a big ‘thank you’ to the Coventry City fans who kept him going through his tough start to the new League One campaign. The defender became a firm favourite with Sky Blues supporters during his first season at the club when he made the right-back berth his own. His nearest rival was youngster Dion Kelly-Evans who had a difficult year with injuries and form, ensuring Grimmer was the manager’s established first choice pick. City boss Mark Robins , however, mixed things up in the summer when he drafted in Chelsea’s Dujon Sterling to add competition to the position. The England Under-20 international promptly started as the man in possession, leaving Grimmer forced to wait for his chance to get back in the side. That opportunity presented itself against Gillingham last week when Sterling was sidelined with a back spasm, and it continued with a man-of-the-match performance against Rochdale on Saturday. “I don’t think the fans … [Read more...] about Sky Blues defender issues message to fans after difficult start
Jose Mourinho reveals message to Manchester United fans after Tottenham defeat
Jose Mourinho applauded Manchester United’s Stretford End support after his side were smashed by Tottenham. The Portuguese boss slumped to a second successive defeat and was taunted by chants of “You’re getting sacked in the morning” from Spurs fans. But after the 3-0 defeat piled further pressure on him, Mourinho made his feelings clear towards his own fan-base. At the end of the match he made a point of approaching the Stretford End where he thanked fans for their support, applauding them and waving a United scarf. He then left a clear message during his television interview with Sky Sports reporter Geoff Shreeves. “ Manchester United fans do not read papers and they do not watch television,” said Mourinho in a dig at his critics. He then explained: "My message [to the players]was the same message as the supporters, the message that the supporters gave to the players was my message, was the same. "When you play the way you play, when you create … [Read more...] about Jose Mourinho reveals message to Manchester United fans after Tottenham defeat
Rashford pens heartfelt message to boss Southgate following England’s defeat
Marcus Rashford has thanked Gareth Southgate on behalf of the entire nation for bringing belief and love to England throughout their World Cup campaign. The Three Lions defied all odds to reach the semi-finals in Russia, providing a thrilling run for fans to follow back home. England's journey came to an end against Croatia on Wednesday night. After taking an early lead through Kieran Trippier, England were pegged by Ivan Perisic in the second half. Mario Mandzukic then broke hearts up and down the nation as he scored the game's winner in extra-time. Rashford was brought on as a second half substitute in the clash but couldn't help England win the game. At full-time, the Manchester United forward was face down in tears on the pitch. But as the dust started to settle on Thursday morning, Rashford tweeted: "You’ve brought belief and the love of football back. Thank you boss from the whole nation." Despite defeat at the Luzhniki Stadium, England's brilliant run at this World Cup … [Read more...] about Rashford pens heartfelt message to boss Southgate following England’s defeat
Flint issues heartfelt message to Bristol City fans after departure
Aden Flint has issued a heartfelt message to Bristol City supporters after bringing his five-year Ashton Gate spell to an end. The 28-year-old completed his switch to Championship rivals Middlesbrough on Thursday, signing a four-year deal at the Riverside Stadium after a fee thought to be around £7million was agreed. Flint had established himself as a fans' favourite at the Robins after joining from Swindon Town in 2013 and ends his time with 264 appearances, scoring 38 times. He has now posted a message on social media to Bristol City supporters to thank them for their support during a memorable spell. Flint wrote: Dear all at BCFC, I want to take this opportunity to thank the City supporters for their backing throughout a very special five years of my career. There are so many highlights, including of course the promotion in 2014/15, that goal at Wembley as we secured the double plus the hat-trick against Walsall. Since getting into the Championship the league position has … [Read more...] about Flint issues heartfelt message to Bristol City fans after departure