Coventry end 25-year wait for top-flight win

Jay Dasilva's goal sealed Coventry's first Premier League victory in over 25 years, sparking wild scenes at the City Ground.

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What happened. Coventry City beat Nottingham Forest thanks to Jay Dasilva's goal, securing their first top-flight win in over 25 years. The victory ended a long wait since their last top-flight win in April 2001.

• Coventry's previous top-flight win was 1-0 over Sunderland in April 2001.
• The club endured relegations, administration and a spell in League One since then.
• Dasilva's goal was Coventry's first in the top flight since 2001.

“It's been a tough opening for us, so those first Premier League points feel great”

— Coventry player or manager (unattributed in text)

Coventry will look to build on this emotional win as they adjust to life back in the top flight.

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