Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the Championship match.
Both sides carry a level of threat into this encounter. Plymouth Argyle are battling to secure their Championship status, while Coventry City are looking to cement a place in the play-offs.
Plymouth Argyle
A home win might seem optimistic, but it’s far from out of the question. In their last two matches at Home Park, the squad earned impressive 2:1 victories—first over mid-standings Norwich City, then against promotion contenders Sheffield United. Plymouth Argyle have both scored and conceded an equal number of goals at home, underlining their solid but vulnerable nature on their own patch.
Coventry City
Coventry City have lost the rhythm that carried them early in the season and are showing signs of faltering: just three wins and one draw over their past seven fixtures. They remain within the top six, but the bulk of their success has come at home. Away from home, Coventry City have dropped points not only to high-flying Sheffield United (1:3), but also to struggling sides like Derby County (0:2) and Hull City (1:1).
Plymouth Argyle vs Coventry City Prediction
While Frank Lampard’s ability to motivate his players isn’t in question, Coventry City's attacking approach could be blunted by a well-organised defensive effort from Plymouth Argyle—a unit that has its flaws, but can be difficult to break down. At this point, an away win seems unlikely; Plymouth Argyle look capable of securing at least a draw.
