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Lampard discusses injuries and tactics ahead of Forest clash

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 10:17 AM

Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Lampard discusses injuries and tactics ahead of Forest clash

Summary

Coventry boss Frank Lampard held a press conference before Saturday's Premier League match against Nottingham Forest at the City Ground. Defender Aurele Amenda is likely out with a calf injury sustained in the Carabao Cup loss to Aston Villa. Lampard emphasized the need for adaptability in formation and reflected on critical moments from the recent defeat. He acknowledged the challenges of maintaining momentum from last season’s promotion and noted the strength of Nottingham Forest’s squad under Oliver Glasner.

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•Lampard confirmed Amenda's likely absence due to injury.
•Coventry lost 3-1 to Aston Villa in the Carabao Cup.
•Lampard highlights the importance of adaptability in tactics.
•He spoke on maintaining momentum from last season's promotion.
•Forest possesses a high-quality squad that poses a challenge.

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10:17 AMYahoo Sports — Lampard on Amenda, momentum and Forest

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Coventry boss Frank Lampard has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Nottingham Forest at the City Ground (kick-off 17:30 BST). Swiss defender Aurele Amenda is likely to be unavailable for Saturday's game after picking up a calf injury during the Carabao Cup loss to Aston Villa. "He will be scanned over the next 24 hours or so," said Lampard, who added that it is a blow as Amenda is a good player who makes an impact on and off the pitch.
— Yahoo Sports

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