Coventry, Ipswich, Hull - promoted trio enjoy positive starts

Coventry City, Ipswich Town and Hull City, three newly promoted teams to the Premier League, have started their campaigns with positive results. Coventry manager Frank Lampard, Hull City manager Sergej Jakirovic and Ipswich manager Gary O'Neil have led their respective sides with commendable performances. Since their promotion, these three teams have amassed a total of 31 points from 9 games, ranking 13th among promoted teams in Premier League history.

The 22 points collected by Hull and Ipswich have contributed significantly to this tally. Coventry, although slightly behind their promoted peers, have secured a respectable 9 points following their three victories. Their manager, Frank Lampard, spent a significant amount during the summer transfer window, investing over £140 million in 12 permanent signings to bolster his squad.

Despite facing a challenging start with losses to top teams like Brighton, Lampard's side has shown resilience and regained their confidence with recent wins. Ipswich Town, too, has had a rocky start but has managed to bounce back after finishing near the bottom in the previous season. Their recent promotion and subsequent investment in the squad, including the return of key player Julio Enciso, have given them hope for a better performance this time around.

Hull City, also on a high note, made a strong impression with their first-ever Premier League victory against Manchester United and have been consistently competitive in the league. Manager Sergej Jakirovic and his team have been praised for their character and fighting spirit, especially after their 2-2 draw with Hull. While the journey ahead is not going to be easy, these teams have shown that they possess the potential to challenge for higher positions in the league.