Coventry manager Frank Lampard is being urged to manage himself and his time effectively as his newly-promoted team navigates a challenging start to the Premier League season. Former manager Tony Pulis, writing for BBC Sport, highlights the demands of the top flight, not just in terms of player ability and physicality, but also the psychological toll on managers.
Pulis, who led Stoke to the Premier League in 2008, stresses the importance of staying positive and fresh, even when facing runs of defeats. He notes that a manager's reaction to losses, especially heavy ones like Coventry's recent defeat to Brighton, significantly influences the entire club.
Coventry has yet to score a goal in their first four Premier League games. Pulis suggests that while forward areas might seem like an obvious issue, the emphasis should be on everyone contributing and the importance of defending properly, as clean sheets often yield more points than scoring goals.