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FA Cup Fifth Round: Coventry City vs. West Bromwich Albion - Michael Mifsud's Ricoh Arena Thriller (2008)
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FA Cup Fifth Round: Coventry City vs. West Bromwich Albion - Michael Mifsud's Ricoh Arena Thriller (2008)
Michael Mifsud, Coventry City
Coventry City FC are a professional football club based in Coventry, West Midlands, England
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This electrifying moment captures Coventry City's Michael Mifsud in full flight during the FA Cup Fifth Round clash against West Bromwich Albion at the Ricoh Arena on February 16,2008. In a season filled with ups and downs for Coventry City, this match against their Midlands rivals was a pivotal moment in their FA Cup campaign. Mifsud, a Maltese international striker, had already scored a crucial goal in the previous round against Crystal Palace to help Coventry advance. As the Fifth Round match against West Bromwich Albion approached, the tension was palpable. The Ricoh Arena was packed with an expectant crowd, eager to witness a thrilling encounter. The game lived up to expectations, with both teams creating numerous chances throughout the 90 minutes. With the scoreline remaining deadlocked, the prospect of a replay loomed large. However, in the dying moments of injury time, Mifsud struck. Collecting the ball on the edge of the penalty area, he deftly maneuvered past several West Brom defenders before unleashing a powerful shot into the bottom corner of the net. The stadium erupted in jubilation as Coventry City secured a dramatic late victory. Mifsud's goal not only sent the Sky Blues through to the FA Cup Quarter-Finals but also provided a much-needed boost to their faltering league form. This moment encapsulates the excitement, passion, and unpredictability of football, making it a truly unforgettable image from Coventry City's 2007-08 season.
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