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Lampard discusses team news ahead of Arsenal match

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Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Lampard discusses team news ahead of Arsenal match

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Coventry manager Frank Lampard addressed the media prior to the opening Premier League match against Arsenal at Emirates Stadium on Friday. Striker Haji Wright is expected to miss up to 12 weeks due to a quad muscle injury, while Ephron Mason-Clark and Jack Rudoni are available for selection. Lampard emphasized the team's belief and readiness to compete, stating that consistency over the season is more vital than the outcome of the match against Arsenal. He expressed satisfaction with the eight signings made in the transfer window, noting a potential for further additions as the window progresses.

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•Haji Wright could be sidelined for up to 12 weeks.
•Mason-Clark and Rudoni are in contention to play.
•Match against Arsenal kicks off at 20:00 BST.
•Lampard highlights consistency as a season goal.
•Coventry made eight signings during the transfer window.

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3:13 PMYahoo Sports — Lampard on team news, transfers and starting against the champions

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Coventry boss Frank Lampard has been speaking to the media before Friday's opening Premier League game against Arsenal at Emirates Stadium (kick-off 20:00 BST). Ephron Mason-Clark and Jack Rudoni are "in contention" for the season opener but striker Haji Wright could be sidelined for "up to 12 weeks" with a quad muscle injury. Lampard said the season "couldn't start at a harder place" but Coventry will go to Arsenal "with belief" and will carry that throughout the campaign.
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Yahoo SportsAug 19, 2026, 3:13 PM
Lampard on team news, transfers and starting against the champions
Coventry boss Frank Lampard has been speaking to the media before Friday's opening Premier League game against Arsenal at Emirates Stadium (kick-off 20:00 BST). Ephron Mason-Clark and Jack Rudoni are "in contention" for the season opener but striker Haji Wright could be sidelined for "up to 12 weeks" with a quad muscle injury. Lampard said the season "couldn't start at a harder place" but Coventry will go to Arsenal "with belief" and will carry that throughout the campaign.

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