Awoniyi disappointed by Coventry’s defeat to Hull City

Taiwo Awoniyi has expressed his disappointment after Coventry City suffered a 1-0 home defeat to Premier League newcomers Hull City.

Frank Lampard’s team was defeated by the Tigers at the CBS Arena on Saturday. Liam Millar scored the decisive goal eight minutes from time.

Coventry enjoyed some good moments in the match and created a number of scoring opportunities, but were unable to convert them.

Hull goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis made a stunning save to deny Awoniyi from close range in the first half, while the Nigerian international also headed wide another chance.

Awoniyi Rues Missed Opportunities

Awoniyi admitted Coventry paid the price for not taking advantage of their opportunities.

“We did quite well in terms of having the ball, but unfortunately they had a great counterattack and took advantage of their opportunity. It’s up to us to take advantage of our opportunities as well,” the striker said. coventry media.

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Maximum performance of Tzokalis

Awoniyi also praised Tzolakis for his performance between the sticks.

“The chances we had were the ones the goalkeeper saved. I wanted to put my foot in and that was one of the clear chances we had, and I think the goalkeeper was brilliant for them,” Awoniyi added.

“We just have to take advantage of our opportunities, like I said before. We didn’t take advantage of ours and they took advantage of theirs. It was a disappointing loss for us.

“As a team we played better and had more ball, but in the end the goal counts. We just have to penetrate the area more and create more opportunities.”

Manchester City test next

Coventry are still looking for their first Premier League win of the season after two games.

The Sky Blues will face a tough test in their next league match when they travel to Manchester City.

By Adeboye Amosu