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Michael Mifsud's Historic Double: Coventry City's Upset at Old Trafford in the Carling Cup (September 2007)
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Michael Mifsud's Historic Double: Coventry City's Upset at Old Trafford in the Carling Cup (September 2007)
Coventry Citys Michael Mifsud celebrates scoring his second goal during the Carling Cup Third Round match at Old Trafford, Manchester
Coventry City FC are a professional football club based in Coventry, West Midlands, England
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great photograph capturing the exhilarating moment when Michael Mifsud scored his second goal for Coventry City Football Club in the Carling Cup Third Round match against Manchester United at Old Trafford on September 26,2007. The historic double by Mifsud stunned the football world as Coventry City, then a Championship side, managed to upset the mighty Premier League champions Manchester United in their own backyard. The image shows Mifsud in a state of pure elation, jumping in the air with both arms outstretched, surrounded by his jubilant teammates. The crowd at Old Trafford, usually known for its deafening roars for the home team, can be heard in silence, in disbelief at what they were witnessing. The United players, too, looked stunned, unable to believe that they had been outplayed by a team from a lower league. The Carling Cup, then known as the League Cup, was a prestigious competition for English football clubs, and a win against Manchester United at Old Trafford was a dream come true for any team, let alone a Championship side. Coventry City's victory was a testament to their determination, skill, and teamwork, and it remains one of the most memorable moments in the club's history. Mifsud's double gave Coventry City a commanding 3-0 lead, and they went on to win the match 3-2, thanks to a late goal by Aron Gunnarsson. The victory earned Coventry City a place in the next round of the competition, where they eventually reached the quarter-finals. This photograph is a reminder of the unpredictability and excitement of football, and the underdog stories that make the sport so beloved by fans around the world. It is a moment that Michael Mifsud and Coventry City fans will never forget.
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