After 18 months out the game, the former Chelsea and England star was given a reminder of how tough the Championship can be

Ex-Chelsea manager Frank Lampard returned to soccer on Thursday when he was hired to coach Coventry City in the second division. The 46-year-old Lampard signed a 2 1/2-year contract. Lampard would bring a “clear understanding of exactly what is needed to succeed at the very top level," Coventry owner Doug King said.

In private, Frank Lampard would have likely rejoiced after Coventry scored a last-minute equaliser to draw 2-2 at home to Cardiff in his first match in charge. But he appeared to be the calmest person in the CBS Arena when Victor Torp tucked away his penalty to ensure a point was rescued.

Frank Lampard was taking charge of his first match as Coventry City boss as they hosted Cardiff City at the CBS Arena, with the Sky Blues coming from behind to draw 2-2

I’ve worked a lot to improve while out the game’ – Frank Lampard after first game as Coventry boss Like, follow and subscribe to ITV Sport: YouTube: Twitter: Instagram: TikTok: ------------------------------------------------------ LiveTube | Latest Breaking News and