Lampard relishes Premier challenge

AP: Opening an English Premier League (EPL) season away to the defending champions and title favourites would be daunting for most promoted teams. For Coventry, it is cause for celebration. Over the past 15 years, the central England club has endured liquidation, bitter battles with owners, relegation to the fourth tier, and the loss of its home ground — forcing ground shares with three different teams within 40 miles. Now, after a 25-year absence, Coventry are back in the top division. The message to Arsenal today: Bring it on.