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Coventry City was staring a third defeat out of the past four matches in the face at halftime on Saturday morning until a second-half surge was capped off by American forward Haji Wright.
Wright delivered the winning goal for Mark Robins’ squad in a 3-2 comeback home win over Luton Town. Despite being down 2-0 at halftime against the visiting Hatters, the Sky Blues rallied to earn a crucial three points at home.
Carlton Morris and Elijah Adebayo propelled Rob Edwards’ squad in front at the intveral before Coventry City got back into the match in the second half.
Ellis Simms cut the Sky Blues’ deficit in half in the 59th minute before Victor Torp equalized with 14 minutes to play.
Thomas Holmes was sent off for Luton Town prior to second-half stoppage time, giving Coventry City a man advantage. Wright would take advantage in the 92nd minute, slamming home a rebound for his fifth goal of the EFL Championship season.
The 26-year-old also led all players in fouls drawn (4) and duels won (9). He now has 23 goals in 64 career appearances for Coventry City in all competitions.
16th place Coventry City next visits Middlesbrough on November 2 to open a six-match schedule that month.
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Author : Larry Henry Jr
Publish date : 2024-10-26 16:25:11
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