Coventry City's Haji Wright (left) scores their side's second goal of the game during the Sky Bet Championship match at Coventry Building Society Arena. Picture date: Saturday January 17, 2026.
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USMNT's Wright nets crucial winner for Coventry

Haji Wright scored for the first time since early October as Sky Bet Championship leaders Coventry came from behind to beat local rivals Leicester 2-1.
Jan 17, 2026, 02:51 pm - PA

Match Timeline

Coventry City
Leicester City
  • KO
  • 10
  • HT
  • 47
  • 67
  • 70
  • 72
  • 79
  • 83
  • 85
  • 85
  • 88
  • 90+1
  • 90+3
  • 90+5
  • 90+7
  • FT

Match Commentary

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Match ends, Coventry City 2, Leicester City 1.
90'+8'
Second Half ends, Coventry City 2, Leicester City 1.
90'+8'
Attempt saved. Abdul Fatawu (Leicester City) left footed shot from the right side of the box is saved in the bottom right corner by Carl Rushworth (Coventry City). Assisted by Patson Daka.
Match Stats
COVLEI
Possession
50.9%
49.150.9
49.1%
Shots on Goal
6
6
Shot Attempts
19
14
Yellow Cards
1
4
Corner Kicks
5
3
Saves
5
3