M69 Derby
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The M69 Derby is a term used to describe football matches played between Coventry City and Leicester City, it takes it's name from the motorway that connects the two cities. A great irony of the title is that it is used sparingly (if ever) amongst fans of either side, but its use remains popular in media commentary.
The first fixture between the two clubs was a Second Division game on 27 September 1919 and resulted in a 1-0 win for Leicester.
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As of 23 February 2008 there have been 80 competitive meetings between the teams. Leicester have won 35 and Coventry 25, with the most recent game resulting in a 2-0 home win for Coventry City (their first win over Leicester since 2001) The M69 Derby has became a famous fixture in modern football today. The rivalry between the two sides makes the fixture a fans favorite amongst the two sides. .[1]
The biggest victory was 8-1 to Leicester in the League Cup on 4 December 1964.
| Coventry wins | Draws | Leicester wins | |
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| League | 23 | 19 | 34 |
| FA Cup | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| League Cup | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 25 | 20 | 35 |
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