Brandon Thomas-Asante scored twice to secure Coventry's fifth consecutive victory, as Frank Lampard's side extended their lead at the top of the Championship with a 2-1 win over Portsmouth. These goals brought Thomas-Asante's tally to seven and eight for the season, keeping Coventry unbeaten and extending their lead to four points at the top of the table.

Coventry's goalkeeper Carl Rushworth broke Horace Pearson's club record for the longest time without conceding a goal—608 minutes—before Mackenzie Kirk scored for Portsmouth in stoppage time. Portsmouth had a penalty appeal in the 15th minute when Jay Dasilva appeared to block a cross with his hand, but referee Gavin Ward dismissed the protests, leading to tensions between managers Lampard and John Mousinho.

Coventry opened the scoring in the 30th minute when Matt Grimes delivered a corner, Bobby Thomas headed it back across goal, and Ellis Simms directed it towards the net, with Thomas-Asante finishing from close range. Portsmouth tried to respond but their efforts were in vain.

At the start of the second half, Portsmouth came out aggressively, but Thomas-Asante's second goal sealed the match. Following an assist from Simms, Thomas-Asante finished coolly, tying with Haji Wright as the Championship's leading scorer.

Despite Portsmouth's reputation for toppling league leaders, they couldn't overcome Coventry this time. Thomas-Asante came close to a hat-trick, but his shot hit the post. Mackenzie Kirk reduced the deficit with a stunning goal in stoppage time, but it wasn't enough to prevent Coventry's victory, ending Portsmouth's three-match unbeaten run.

Analysis: Coventry is showcasing excellent form and consistency under Frank Lampard's leadership, establishing themselves as strong contenders for promotion. Brandon Thomas-Asante is emerging as a key player for the team with his decisive goals.