Coventry City secures ownership of CBS Arena | OneFootball

Coventry City Football Club has confirmed the purchase of the Coventry Building Society Arena from Frasers Group, marking the first time the club has owned the stadium since its opening in 2005.

The acquisition comes as the Arena reaches its 20th anniversary, having hosted two decades of matches, milestones, and community events. Ownership is seen as a significant step for the club, bringing greater stability and control over its future operations.

Club Chairman Doug King described the purchase as a “defining day” for Coventry City, highlighting that stadium ownership removes long-standing uncertainty around the team’s home and provides scope for future investment in facilities and supporter experience. He also thanked fans for their loyalty during the years when the club was forced to play matches outside Coventry.

The timing of the announcement aligns with Saturday’s home fixture against Queens Park Rangers. QPR were the first visitors to the Arena when it opened in 2005, and their return coincides with both the stadium’s anniversary and the start of a new phase under club ownership.

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