Match Summary
Coventry defeated Swansea 3:0. The match was played in Championship 2025. Goals were scored by Brandon Thomas-Asante 32′ (pen.), Matt Grimes 38′, Tatsuhiro Sakamoto 43′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Swansea had 54% possession while Coventry held 46%. Swansea had 12 shots (2 on target) compared to 14 (7 on target) for Coventry. Expected goals: Swansea 1.72 — Coventry 2.26. Swansea made 5 substitutions, Coventry made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Swansea and Coventry — 3 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: Joel Latibeaudiere
Match Statistics
Swansea had 54% possession against Coventry's 46%. Swansea registered 12 shots (2 on target) while Coventry managed 14 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 2–7. Fouls committed: 10–15.
Lineups
Swansea lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Vitor Emanuel Soares Matos, while Coventry deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Frank Lampard.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Swansea is 6.81, compared to 6.92 for Coventry. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Swansea's highest-rated starter is Cameron Burgess (6.99), while Coventry's best-rated player is Carl Rushworth (7.22).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Swansea have contributed 30 goals and 23 assists this season, led by Žan Vipotnik (17G). Coventry's starters account for 24 goals and 22 assists, spearheaded by Ellis Simms (10G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Swansea deploy 4 defenders rated 6.92 on average, against Coventry's 4-man backline averaging 6.85. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Swansea field 5 midfielders averaging 6.71, versus Coventry's 5 rated 6.99. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Swansea start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.92, compared to 1 for Coventry averaging 6.69. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 79% for Swansea and 75% for Coventry. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Swansea's starters have collected 50 yellow cards this season, compared to 24 for Coventry. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Swansea's starting XI is 25.4 (youngest: Melker Widell (23), oldest: Jay Fulton (31)), while Coventry average 25.7 (youngest: Carl Rushworth (24), oldest: Tatsuhiro Sakamoto (29)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Swansea's starters average 36 league appearances each, versus 32 for Coventry. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Swansea have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Coventry show 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Swansea and Coventry have met 1 times — Swansea won 0, Coventry won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Coventry leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (0 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–0 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 22 Mar 2026