Coventry return to Premier League after 25-year wait

After 15 years of turmoil, Coventry City face Arsenal in their first top-flight match in over two decades.

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What happened. Coventry City, promoted as Championship winners, play their first Premier League game in 25 years at Arsenal on Friday night.

• Frank Lampard urges fearless approach against Arsenal.
• Coventry spent about £130m on new signings this summer.
• Club-record signing Caleb Yirenkyi among new arrivals.

“I want to show in our performance and in how we approach the game that we haven't come into it with any kind of fear.”

— Frank Lampard

Coventry aim to make a positive start after years of exile and liquidation, now back in the top flight.

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