26.08.2026 19:11
In the second round of the English League Cup, Coventry City, managed by Frank Lampard, defeated Plymouth Argyle 4-2 away from home and secured their place in the third round. Sidiki Cherif, who transferred from Fenerbahçe, made his first official appearance with his new team, and the young player drew attention with his performance. After the match, a comment was made about Sidiki Cherif: 'He showed his impact in a short time. The young player drew attention with his presence on the field, and with his enormous size, he was like a lion.'
In the second round of the English League Cup, Coventry City, managed by Frank Lampard, faced Plymouth Argyle away. In a breathtaking duel where a total of 6 goals were scored, Coventry City won 4-2 and secured their place in the third round.
A START LIKE A STORM
The visiting team Coventry City started the match very quickly, taking a 1-0 lead with a goal from new signing Taiwo Awoniyi in the 3rd minute. Just two minutes after this goal, Jack Rudoni took the stage and made it 2-0. The home side Plymouth Argyle reduced the deficit to one in the 21st minute through Oliver Irow, and the first half ended with Coventry City leading 2-1.
COVENTRY WINS THE 6-GOAL DUEL
Plymouth also started the second half effectively, equalizing at 2-2 with a goal from Xavier Amaechi in the 54th minute. However, Coventry City quickly regrouped and took the lead again in the 67th minute with a goal from Ephron Mason-Clark. Victor Torp converted a penalty won in the 78th minute, setting the final score of the match. With this victory, Frank Lampard's team, which earned its first official win of the season, advanced to the next round of the League Cup.
CHERIF ON THE PITCH FOR THE FIRST TIME
19-year-old striker Sidiki Cherif, who transferred from Fenerbahce to Coventry City during the summer transfer window, made his debut for his new team. The young player came on in the 70th minute of the match in place of the first goal scorer Taiwo Awoniyi, earning his first minutes in his English career.
"LIKE A LION WITH HIS MASSIVE SIZE"
After the match, the British press reviewed Sidiki Cherif's performance, commenting on the young French player: "He showed his impact in a short time. The young player, who drew attention with his stance on the pitch, is like a lion with his massive size."