The Football History of Coventry City Book
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COV ARE BACK! Follow Coventry City’s story from 1910 onwards told through authentic newspaper reports. Relive promotion to the top tier in 1967, the 1987 FA Cup Final, 2026 promotion to the Premier League, celebrations and more. Choose a cover and personalise your book with a name and message to create a unique gift.
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WE’RE INTO the final seconds at Wembley. 96,000 fans holding their breath as Spurs throw everything forward. Hoddle floats it into the box … but Ogrizovic claims it! That has to be it. The whistle blows — Coventry have done it! The Sky Blues win the 1987 FA Cup Final. History made. Pandemonium in the stands. After 104 years, Coventry City lift their first major trophy!
Follow the story of Coventry City through a book of authentic newspaper articles, curated from original reports dating back over a century. This edition charts the club’s history — exactly as it was reported at the time.
Featuring:
– Promotion to the top tier in 1967
– The Premier League years of Dion Dublin, Gary McAllister and Darren Huckerby
– That unforgettable 1987 FA Cup Final at Wembley
– Key highs and lows across recent decades
– Highlights from the 2025/26 season and promotion back to the Premier League
– Authentic newspaper articles dating from February 21, 1910 to April 27, 2026
Choose from a range of book covers and personalise your copy with a name and message to transform it into a unique keepsake. Whether for a lifelong Sky Blues supporter, a football history enthusiast, or someone who lived through it all — this is more than just a gift, it’s a piece of Coventry City history.
A note from our archivists
The newspaper pages are reproduced from original front pages scanned from Historic Newspapers’ archives. Because they are taken from real old newspapers, some pages may show signs of age, including blemishes or variations in print clarity. These reflect the age and condition of the original newspapers.
Cover: Hardback
Size: Tabloid (29.8 cm x 36.4 cm)
Pages: 146
Paper source: Our books use responsibly sourced paper from FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certified paper manufacturers.
Disclaimer: This is an unofficial publication and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any sports teams, leagues, brands, artists, or personalities featured. The newspaper content is officially licensed and reproduced with permission from the original publisher. All trademarks and names remain the property of their respective owners.
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