Lampard hails Onyeka after first Coventry City goal

Nigerian midfielder Frank Onyeka scored his first goal for Coventry City in their thrilling 3-2 victory over Derby County at the CBS Arena today. The Nigeria international, who joined the Sky Blues on loan in January, found the net in a crucial match that keeps Coventry's promotion hopes alive.

Coventry City, currently topping the Sky Bet Championship table, now hold an 11-point lead with just seven games remaining in the season. Since Onyeka's arrival, the team has won eight of their nine matches—a remarkable turnaround that has head coach Frank Lampard singing praises.

"All round, he's a quality player and an amazing lad coming from the Premier League with this incredible humility where he just comes in and works," Lampard told Sky Sports, highlighting Onyeka's impact both on and off the pitch.

For Nigerian football fans, Onyeka's stellar form in the English Championship could translate to increased national team relevance and a potential Premier League move next season if Coventry secure promotion. With the Super Eagles' next fixtures approaching, should Lampard be considering a recall for the defensive midfielder?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/04/04/championship-lampard-hails-onyeka-after-first-coventry-city-goal/