The Championship side secured their spot in the semi-finals for only the second time in the club's history, thanks to two injury-time goals that left Wolves stunned.The match witnessed a thrilling back-and-forth affair, with Ellis Simms opening the scoring for Coventry in the second half. However, Wolves quickly responded as Rayan Ait-Nouri equalized, followed by Hugo Bueno putting them ahead in the 88th minute, seemingly sealing their Wembley trip.
Nevertheless, Coventry's determination shone through as Simms netted his second goal deep into added time, leveling the score. The decisive moment came when Haji Wright delivered a stunning curling shot in the 10th minute of injury time, clinching the victory for Coventry and sending their fans into jubilation.
Simms's brace not only secured the win but also etched his name in Coventry's history as the first player since Keith Houchen in 1986-87 to score five goals in a single FA Cup campaign. Reflecting on the match, Simms expressed pride in his team's resilience and determination, emphasizing their desire to go all the way in the tournament.
Coventry's lead in the 53rd minute came after a VAR check confirmed Simms' goal from a free kick, overcoming Wolves' stout defense. Despite missing key players due to injuries, Wolves managed to rally back with goals from Ait-Nouri and Bueno, only to falter in the final moments against Coventry's relentless attack.
Wolves manager Gary O'Neil credited Coventry for capitalizing on their opportunities and admitted that his team's quarter-final exit was a missed opportunity. He praised his players for their effort but acknowledged Coventry's deserving victory.
The upcoming semi-final for Coventry promises to be a tough challenge against a top Premier League team, but they are prepared to give their all and continue their remarkable FA Cup journey. The thrilling encounter at Molineux Stadium will be remembered as a testament to the unpredictable nature of football and the determination of underdog teams to defy the odds in pursuit of glory.
