By kickspoll 
Coventry City midfielder Ben Sheaf has thanked the fans for their support and urged them to stand by the team despite their poor start to the season.
Mark Robins’ side had high hopes for this campaign after pushing for the play-offs last season and nearly reaching the FA Cup final. However, Coventry have only managed two wins in their first 11 games, with a 1-1 draw at QPR dropping them into the relegation zone.
### Championship Table:
| Team | P | GD | Pts |
|——————|—-|—–|—–|
| 22. Coventry City | 11 | -4 | 9 |
| 23. QPR | 11 | -8 | 8 |
| 24. Portsmouth | 11 | -12 | 8 |
A 1-0 loss at Preston on Saturday saw manager Mark Robins speaking with frustrated supporters, highlighting the pressure the team is under. While the draw at QPR showed some improvement, Coventry remains winless, and fans are growing concerned.
Taking to Instagram, Sheaf thanked fans who traveled to London and asked them to “stick with us” during this difficult period.
### Coventry City’s Form a Major Concern
Coventry’s poor start to the season is worrying. They are currently nine points away from sixth place, and thoughts of a play-off push seem distant. Right now, the focus must be on getting out of the relegation zone.
On paper, Coventry has a talented squad with a good mix of experience and quality. While much of the responsibility falls on Robins, he has earned significant trust due to his achievements with the club over the years.
This is a challenging time, and as Sheaf points out, the team needs to stick together. The only solution is to win games, and Coventry has the talent to do so.
As a senior player, Sheaf knows he needs to step up, especially after returning from injury. There are many players who need to raise their game, as the team is capable of much more.
### Coventry City Can Bounce Back
Despite their struggles, it’s important to keep things in perspective. Robins has done a remarkable job with Coventry, and this is the first major setback in a while. Talk of him losing his job seems premature, especially considering their poor start last season ultimately led to a strong finish.
The immediate focus is on securing a crucial win, which could reignite their season. Coventry’s next opportunity comes on Saturday when they host Luton Town.