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Coventry’s Mark Robins feels pressure is on Middlesbrough in play-off second leg
Coventry’s Mark Robins feels pressure is on Middlesbrough in play-off second leg
Coventry boss Mark Robins moved to pile the pressure on Middlesbrough ahead of their crunch play-off semi-final second leg. The Sky Blues go to the Riverside on Wednesday locked at 0-0 from Sunday’s first leg. Boro finished fourth in the Championship, five points and a place ahead of Coventry, and at the Riverside Robins feels Michael Carrick’s side hold the advantage. He said: “They’re the favourites to go through so the pressure is on them. There’s no doubt about it. We’ll go out there and really give a good account of ourselves. “For us, it’s about our preparation and what we can do. The betting companies have made them favourites to win promotion. So, by definition, that makes us least favourites so it is what it is. We just go and deal with what we’ve got in front of us.” Coventry were not expected to make the play-offs this season, especially after playing seven of their first nine games away from home following the Rugby Sevens at the Commonwealth Games destroying the CBS Arena pitch. Robins recognises their progress this term but still wants the glory at the end. “It’s not really a great time to reflect because that time will be whenever this season comes to an end and we can sit back and have a look,” said the manager, who could be without Gustavo Hamer after he suffered a knee injury in the first leg. “I say sit back, we’re not because we’ve got a busy period of recruitment coming up. “Regardless of anything, I was asked at the start this season what success would look like and for us, really, you talk about finishing in the Championship, whatever happens. “If you’re in the Championship it always gives you a chance of doing what we’ve done so far this season. “Our season was blighted at the start with well-known factors and one of our players (Dominic Hyam to Blackburn) was sold early on which made things very difficult for us. “Regardless of what happened, the players have responded unbelievably well to get us to this point so they’ve earned the right to go head-to-head against Middlesbrough. “Whatever happens, yes, it’s been a brilliant progression for us but ultimately you want to try and come out successfully at the other end.” Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live A closer look at the battle to beat the drop in the Premier League Football rumours: Arsenal preparing £90million swoop for West Ham’s Declan Rice On this day in 2010: Dominant England beat Australia to win World Twenty20 final
2023-05-16 18:56
MLB Rumors: Pros and Cons of Adam Wainwright potentially pitching again
MLB Rumors: Pros and Cons of Adam Wainwright potentially pitching again
Adam Wainwright reached 200 wins. The Cardinals could give him one more start, or decide that his best start was his last one.
2023-09-27 03:40
An undermanned defense is somehow keeping the Rams in the playoff race
An undermanned defense is somehow keeping the Rams in the playoff race
The Los Angeles Rams are only on the fringes of the NFC playoff race, and they would need a spectacular finish just to avoid their second straight losing season
2023-11-21 06:40
World Series of Warzone Twitch Drops: How to Claim
World Series of Warzone Twitch Drops: How to Claim
Fans can earn and claim free Twitch drops, like Double XP Tokens, Emblems, and Calling Cards, as they watch the World Series of Warzone.
2023-06-07 23:26
'Quordle' today: Here are the answers and hints for May 14
'Quordle' today: Here are the answers and hints for May 14
If Quordle is a little too challenging today, you've come to the right place for
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China's Tencent reports jump in Q2 income, misses revenue expectations
China's Tencent reports jump in Q2 income, misses revenue expectations
Chinese internet giant Tencent announced on Wednesday a 41 percent year-on-year jump in second-quarter net income, but missed...
2023-08-16 18:33
11 ways to dip into Mediterranean inspired decor
11 ways to dip into Mediterranean inspired decor
Who doesn’t yearn for a more Mediterranean lifestyle every now and then? Whether or not a getaway is on the cards this summer however, bringing those dreamy holiday vibes home with a style update is easier than you might think. “Pulling together a Mediterranean-inspired coastal scheme is all about perfecting an airy, bright feeling through the use of colour and material that harks back to ocean shores,” says Rohan Blacker, founder of Pooky. “A palette of cool blues and pared-back neutrals introduces a breath of fresh air into the home, and when paired with natural materials, it works to create this slightly bohemian beachside feeling.” Consider rustic rattan lamps, paired with beautiful linen shades in muted seascape tones too, Blacker suggests. Organic raffia pendant designs also make easy additions, which will allow you to incorporate elements of a sunny coastal scheme through lighting changes alone. Helen Pett, Arteriors design ambassador, says: “When looking at furniture and lighting design, opt for statement pieces crafted with woven rattan or open-weave detailing, materials such as coconut shell or wooden beading. “Alternatively, a timeless colour choice for any coastal destination-inspired décor scheme introduces a pleasant combination of varying blues to mimic a summer sky, and the reflective surface of the sea,” she adds. Here’s how to get the look… 1. Picnicware – Set of 4 Dinner Plates, £20, Next Summer salads and slow days call for lightweight tableware, especially eye-catching designs like this, with a shiny finish to look and feel just so. 2. Seashells Jug, £17.95, Annabel James She sells seashells on the seashore… this beautiful bone china jug is worth shelling out for. 3. Pooky Aphrodite Pendants, from £200 (other items from a selection/part of room set), Pooky Featuring an artisan woven effect and brass accents, these hanging pendants are right on point. 4. Maze Rope Decorative Tray, £15, Dunelm Favourite finds such as this woven tray imbibe thoughts of freshly baked bread at breakfast, topped with exotic fruit platters. 5. Hugh 4 Seater Sofa – Calix Boucle, Ivory, £949; matching Large Square Footstool, £399, and Tarland Pattern Accent Chair – Kirkton Floral, Duck Egg, £799 (items part of room set), DFS A sumptuous sofa like this makes a wonderful centrepiece, especially styled with mosaic print cushions, ocean blues and rattan accessories, for an airy, breezy aesthetic. 6. Abigail Ahern Elian Recycled Glass Table Lamp, £149, Freemans Contemporary and cool, this clear recycled glass lamp with raffia shade will style up any space. 7. Collection Luxe Josie Frame in Wood and Cane, from £850, Next A beautiful base to build around, this carved wood and cane bedframe – especially teamed with a jute carpet, ocean hues and sheer white curtains – is tailor-made for hot, sultry nights. 8. George Blue Arc Tufted Throw, currently £12 (was £15), Direct.asda The finishing touch to dressing the bed à la Med? A tufted blue throw strewn across crisp linen sheets. 9. Indigo Seaweed Print Wall Art, from £18 each (unframed), Beach House Art Beachcombers will be drawn to these pretty artwork prints. 10. Mediterranean 594 Evora Vinyl, from £24.99 per square metre, Carpetright (available early July) Suitable for kitchen, dining and bathroom schemes, this modish motif makes a real feature. 11. George Wooden Lounge Chair – Cream Rope (top), £99, and Wooden Lounge Chair – Cream Cross Straps, £99, Direct.asda These accent chairs with woven rope design or cream straps will style up your suntrap and bring smiles all round. Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live Whiten up your wardrobe with summer’s hottest trends Paternity leave should be paid for six weeks, campaigners tell Government My teenager gets all their news from TikTok – should I worry?
2023-06-15 15:15
Olga Kurylenko's new thriller role
Olga Kurylenko's new thriller role
Olga Kurylenko, Armand Assante and Oliver Trevena are to appear in new Kevin Lewis thriller 'Misdirection'.
2023-06-30 15:00
Intel to Raise About $1.5 Billion in Sale of Part of Mobileye
Intel to Raise About $1.5 Billion in Sale of Part of Mobileye
Intel Corp., the largest US chipmaker by revenue, will sell part of its holdings in Mobileye Global Inc.,
2023-06-06 06:15
Who was Bill Bracket? Tributes pour in for Maine shooting victim who was in Lewiston for American Deaf Cornhole tournament
Who was Bill Bracket? Tributes pour in for Maine shooting victim who was in Lewiston for American Deaf Cornhole tournament
Bill Bracket was fatally shot while participating in a cornhole tournament in the Schemengees Bar in the Maine town
2023-10-27 18:17
Angel Hernandez Ran With the Bulls in AAA, Still Has Trouble With a Strike Zone
Angel Hernandez Ran With the Bulls in AAA, Still Has Trouble With a Strike Zone
Angel Hernandez's strike zone is still bad in the minor leagues.
2023-07-27 22:17
Taylor Swift, George Soros and the DNC revolution: The craziest conspiracy theory goes viral
Taylor Swift, George Soros and the DNC revolution: The craziest conspiracy theory goes viral
Right-wing pundit Laura Loomer's theory suggests a convoluted plot involving music rights, political influence, and even Covid vaccines
2023-09-28 16:30