Frank Onyeka delivered a commanding midfield display and said tactical discipline proved decisive as Coventry City beat West Bromwich Albion 2-0 in the Championship.
The Nigeria international was named Player of the Match in just his second appearance for Coventry, helping the Sky Blues secure back-to-back league wins and boost their promotion ambitions.
Goals from Ephron Mason-Clark and Jack Rudoni sealed the points at The Hawthorns, but Onyeka’s influence in midfield set the platform for victory.
Onyeka. Photo Credit: Imago
Speaking to Sky Sports, the 28-year-old pointed to Coventry’s defensive organisation as the foundation of their success.
“It’s really nice. It’s a great win away from home,” he said. “I know it’s quite difficult, but it’s all about winning. I’m happy that we got the win today and also the last game.
“We just decided to stay in the middle block. Don’t give them anything. I think that’s what helped us in the second half.”
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Onyeka’s statistics underlined his control of the contest. He won eight of his 12 duels, completed three of four tackles, made five ball recoveries, three clearances and one interception, while creating a chance and recording a 73% pass accuracy.
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Coventry struck early when Mason-Clark capitalised on a midfield turnover involving Onyeka before Rudoni doubled the lead in the 32nd minute with a long-range effort.
Photo Credit: Imago
West Brom pressed after the interval but struggled to break through a disciplined Coventry shape, with the visitors rarely troubled as they secured a clean sheet.
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Onyeka, on loan from Brentford, is already emerging as a key figure in their midfield structure.
