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Micky Quinn recalls Coventry's historic opening day hat-trick in 1993

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 11:34 AM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Micky Quinn recalls Coventry's historic opening day hat-trick in 1993

Summary

Micky Quinn reminisced about scoring a hat-trick for Coventry City during their opening match against Arsenal at Highbury on August 21, 1993. Coventry triumphed 3-0, marking a memorable start to their 1993-94 season. As the 2026-27 season opener approaches, Coventry will face Arsenal again, with the match scheduled for August 21, 2026. Quinn's historic performance remains a significant memory for fans as they anticipate the upcoming fixture.

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•Micky Quinn scored a hat-trick in Coventry's 3-0 victory at Arsenal in 1993.
•Coventry remained unbeaten in their first eight league games that season.
•Coventry will play Arsenal again on August 21, 2026.
•Quinn expressed happiness at being the only player to score a league hat-trick at Highbury in 75 years.

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The opening day of the season is a day which is hotly anticipated across the globe as Premier League stars return to the pitches and screens. In August 1993 - the late Freddie Mercury was at the top of the UK charts, John Major was the Prime Minister, and Micky Quinn was Coventry's hat-trick hero at Highbury. Former Arsenal striker Bobby Gould was in the dugout for the Sky Blues as they visited Highbury for their opening game of the 1993-94 season.
— Yahoo Sports

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