The Sky Blues’ match against Leeds, according to Coventry City defender Bobby Thomas, was “more erratic” than their draw with Southampton.

There were many similarities between the two games, which ended in a 1-1 draw for Mark Robins’ team, but Thomas has also pointed out some distinctions. With six victories, nine draws, and seven losses, Coventry is now ranked 15th in the Championship standings following the back-to-back draws.

Thomas told ccfc.co.uk following the game, “A hard-fought point at a good place against a good team.” Southampton and Leeds seem to be comparable to each other in the last two games.

“The Leeds game today was a bit more erratic, and the Southampton game was, in my opinion, a little bit more controlled. They were patient, but not as patient as Southampton, and they stretched us quite a bit, but that also, I think, worked in our favor quite a bit because we had opportunities to win the game at times.”

Leeds put up a lot of pressure up front, but Coventry’s strategy allowed them to see off any threat. According to Thomas, the majority of the players, including Rutter, Summerville, and Piroe, were in tight spots where we would try to get Joel and Sheafo to try to put out the fire and give us some cover. However, I thought the game plan was excellent and executed well.

“In the opening 20 minutes of the second half, or perhaps the first 15, they had a strong stretch of continuous possession during which they scored the goal. They had so many opportunities to break us that it was almost inevitable how far gone we were. They changed slightly after the goal, you know, when you were down to zero and had little left to lose. In the end, we found ourselves in a different scenario where we responded quickly, altered the course of the game, and scored a wonderful goal.”

In the 66th minute, Thomas scored the equalizing goal to give Coventry a point. “I went on the run didn’t I? Adi was saying we were seeing who could carry the ball further,” he remarked, reflecting on the goal. “Yeah, that led to a good goal and found the side of the goal.” Just getting the goal was nice. It felt good to release the pressure that has been on me all season as I attempt to score a couple more goals now.

It’s just what the game throws at you sometimes; you have to recognize it and know that the right place was where Tats put the wonderful ball, and it was simple for me to attack, get in front of the center half or whatever it was, and watch the ball go into the net. Giving the supporters something positive to rejoice about for their positive support was a pleasant touch.

“It’s always nice to score I got a few last year and it’s took me 20 games to get my first, longer than I’d have liked but it’s nice to get the first, hopefully takes the pressure off and just go attack a bit more now try and get a few more similar to last season.”

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