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Coventry's Lampard named LMA manager of the year
TL;DR
Frank Lampard has been awarded the League Managers Association manager of the year for leading Coventry back to the Premier League. The Sky Blues finished 11 points clear at the top of the Championship, marking their first top-flight return since the 2000-01 season.
Key points
- Frank Lampard named LMA manager of the year
- Coventry finished 11 points clear at the top of the Championship
- First Premier League return since the 2000-01 season
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Frank Lampard has been named the League Managers Association manager of the year after guiding Coventry back to the Premier League.
Lampard's Sky Blues finished 11 points clear at the top of the Championship to clinch the title and return to the top flight for the first time since the 2000-01 season.
The former England midfielder, who has previously managed Derby, Everton and had two spells in charge at Chelsea, was presented with the Sir Alex Ferguson award by England manager Thomas Tuchel.
The award, named after the former Manchester United manager, is voted for by managers throughout the leagues and takes into account success and the resources available.
Tuchel read out a letter from Ferguson, who said Lampard's Coventry play "great football with confidence and belief".
"I have enjoyed watching you. Best of luck in the Premier League next season," he added.
Brentford's Keith Andrews, Arsenal's Mikel Arteta, Aston Villa's Unai Emery, Bournemouth's Andoni Iraola, Manchester City's Pep Guardiola, Lincoln City's Michael Skubala and Bromley's Andy Woodman were also shortlisted.
Manchester City's Andree Jeglertz won the Women's Super League award after leading them to the title.
Arteta, who led Arsenal to their first Premier League title in 22 years, won the Premier League award while Lampard also took the Championship equivalent.
Skubala, who won League One with Lincoln, took the award for the third tier and Woodham won the League Two award after he led Bromley to the title.
The WSL2 award was taken by Karen Hills, who led Charlton to the WSL for the first time.
Steve Bruce and Martin O'Neill were inducted into the Hall of Fame after each reaching 1,000 games as a manager.
The award for Lampard is the most significant individual honour in his coaching career.
His Derby side lost in the Championship play-off final in 2019 and he was then appointed at former club Chelsea, where he spent 13 years as a player.
Q&A
Why was Frank Lampard named LMA manager of the year?
Frank Lampard was named LMA manager of the year for successfully guiding Coventry City to the Premier League after finishing 11 points clear at the top of the Championship.
What award did Frank Lampard receive for his achievement?
Frank Lampard received the Sir Alex Ferguson award, presented by England manager Thomas Tuchel, recognizing his success in managing Coventry City.
When did Coventry last play in the Premier League before this season?
Coventry last played in the Premier League during the 2000-01 season before their return this year.
