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Frank Lampard named LMA manager of year after leading Coventry to Premier League

Frank Lampard's Coventry lost to Sunderland in last year's play-off semi-final but recovered to win the 2025-26 Championship title Frank Lampard has been named the League Managers Association manager of the year after guiding Coventry back to the Premier League. Lampard's Sky Blues finished 11 points clear at the top of the Championship to clinch the title and return to the top flight for the first time since the 2000-01 season. The former England midfielder, who has previously managed Derby, Everton and had two spells in charge at Chelsea, was presented with the Sir Alex Ferguson award by England manager Thomas Tuchel. The award, named after the former Manchester United manager, is voted for by managers throughout the leagues and takes into account success and the resources available. Tuchel read out a letter from Ferguson, who said Lampard's Coventry play "great football with confidence and belief". "I have enjoyed watching you. Best of luck in the Premier League next season," he added. Brentford's Keith Andrews, Arsenal's Mikel Arteta, Aston Villa's Unai Emery, Bournemouth's Andoni Iraola, Manchester City's Pep Guardiola, Lincoln City's Michael Skubala and Bromley's Andy Woodman

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