VIDEO. Soccer fans fight on the street with the police on the occasion of Coventry vs Sunderland

Soccer Fans Clashed With Police On The Streets During The Coventry Vs. Sunderland

Soccer fans clashed with police on the streets on the oocasion of the Coventry vs. Sunderland match on March 15, 2025. Following Coventry’s 3-0 victory, tensions escalated outside the stadium near the South Stand, delaying the departure of away supporters’ coaches. A small group of fans reportedly engaged in disorderly conduct, leading to police intervention.

Historical tension between Coventry City and Sunderland fans has led to past incidents of violence, as documented in police reports and fan accounts from previous matches, adding context to the fan dynamics.
 

The incident has raised concerns about fan behavior and the need for stronger measures to ensure safety at football matches. It underscores the challenges authorities face in maintaining order during high-stakes games.

Coventry City performance and stats

Coventry City

Manager: Frank Lampard
Rank 6th
Win 19
Draw 9
Loss 15
Goals 61-54
Diff 7

Coventry City is currently 5th in the Championship with 59 points.

In the last 38 games, it has won 17 times, drew 8 times, and lost 13 times. In its last match, Coventry City won 3-0 against Sunderland.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 55 goals and conceding 48.​

Coventry City will play the next match in Championship against Sheffield United on Friday 28th of March in Sheffield.​

Sunderland performance and stats

Sunderland

Manager: Régis Le Bris
Rank 4th
Win 21
Draw 13
Loss 9
Goals 58-40
Diff 18

Sunderland is currently 4th in the Championship with 69 points.

In the last 38 games, it has won 19 times, drew 12 times, and lost 7 times. In its last match, Sunderland lost 3-0 against Coventry City.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 55 goals and conceding 37.​

Sunderland will play the next match in Championship against Millwall on Saturday 29th of March in Sunderland.​