Frank Lampard is on the verge of a remarkable managerial achievement, but the Coventry boss is keeping his eyes firmly on the task at hand. With his side needing just a single point from their final four Championship matches to secure promotion to the Premier League, Lampard is refusing to get ahead of himself.

The Sky Blues travel to Blackburn Rovers on Friday, sitting comfortably atop the league table with a 10-point cushion. A draw would end Coventry's 23-year absence from the top flight, a prospect that has the city buzzing with anticipation. Yet, when pressed on what promotion would mean, Lampard remained characteristically focused. "Let's just talk about it when we're officially there," he stated, emphasizing the team's need to finish the job on the pitch.

Lampard did, however, praise the competitive nature of the Championship, highlighting its unpredictability and the passionate support that defines the league. He knows Friday's opponents, Blackburn, will provide a stern test despite their recent form. "They are a team who are fighting," Lampard noted. "It will be a tough game."

Acknowledging the club's turbulent history over the past quarter-century, Lampard believes overcoming past struggles will make success even sweeter, especially for the loyal fanbase. "The fans are the first ones that should enjoy it," he said, before reiterating his central message: "We need to focus on our job on the pitch because we will enjoy it even more if we do our job right." For Lampard and Coventry, the final step is now within touching distance.