Awoniyi Puts Coventry's Sunderland Win Above First Premier League Goal

Quick facts Coventry City beat Sunderland 3-1 on Saturday afternoon. Awoniyi scored the home side's second goal eight minutes before half-time.

The Nigerian forward won possession from Luke O'Nien before beating goalkeeper Robin Roefs. Coventry have collected nine points from nine league matches this season.

Frank Lampard's team next face Everton away. The 29-year-old capitalised on Coventry's aggressive counter-pressing, taking the ball from O'Nien and finishing beyond Roefs to extend the hosts' advantage before the interval.

Awoniyi said the result and the side's execution of their plan were the key takeaways. "The most important thing is the three points," he said.

"From the start, the team played well together and the game plan worked." The victory leaves Lampard's side with nine points from their opening nine fixtures. Coventry will now travel to Everton for their next Premier League match.

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