Coventry City, once leading the Championship by 10 points in November, has seen their momentum falter, dropping to second place behind Middlesbrough, who now top the table. Coventry's form has declined notably since December, with six losses in their last 13 games and a significant drop in goal scoring, after a dominant start where they averaged 2.8 goals per game. Their recent struggles include losing leads in matches against Norwich and QPR, and failing to score in consecutive games under manager Frank Lampard. In contrast, Middlesbrough has won six consecutive league matches and has become the division's most in-form team, with a style characterized by expansive, fast-paced attacking football under new manager Kim Hellberg. Middlesbrough's recent victory over Sheffield United marked their sixth win in a row, and a win against Coventry on Monday would be their longest league winning streak since 1987. The upcoming match at Coventry's CBS Arena is pivotal; a victory for Coventry could restore their top position and confidence, while a loss could see their promotion hopes diminish further, especially with Ipswich and other contenders in the mix. Experts suggest Coventry's early season dominance was unsustainable and that confidence and squad resilience are now under pressure. The result of this crucial fixture could be a defining moment in the Championship title race, reflecting a significant shift in momentum from Coventry to Middlesbrough.