Sports
Lampard Praises Grimes' Classy Response to Boos at Swansea
Coventry City defeated Swansea 3-0. Manager Frank Lampard praised Matt Grimes for his composure after receiving boos from Swansea supporters.
Coventry City's manager, Frank Lampard, acknowledged Matt Grimes's professionalism after some Swansea fans booed him during his return to his former team. Grimes, Coventry City's captain, played for Swansea for ten years. Lampard said he found the negative reaction odd, considering Grimes's service to Swansea. Lampard, who experienced similar treatment from West Ham supporters after he left for Chelsea, admitted uncertainty about how he would have reacted in Grimes's situation. Coventry City secured a 3-0 victory in the match in South Wales. Grimes scored the second goal for his team.
Key Facts
- Coventry City defeated Swansea 3-0.
- Matt Grimes formerly played for Swansea for 10 years.
- Grimes scored Coventry City's second goal.
- Frank Lampard said Grimes was 'very classy' in his response.
- Lampard noted Grimes gave 'everything for the club'.
- Lampard himself experienced fan negativity after leaving West Ham.
- Lampard questioned why Grimes would be booed after his service to Swansea.
Primary Source
Research Sources
- Coventry Telegraph — Frank Lampard makes Matt Grimes admission over boo-boy reaction