As Coventry City return to the Premier League, we’ve taken a look at one of the most exciting moments in the club’s – and city’s – history
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It’s Saturday, which means it’s time for nostalgia – and there really only is one topic we could look at this week. In honour of Coventry City’s incredible promotion to the Premier League, we’ve taken a look at one of the most beloved moments of the club’s history.
The 1987 FA Cup bus tour saw thousands of people line the streets of Coventry city centre as open-top vehicle carried the club’s heroes to celebrate their victory.
Our reporter Danny Thompson has taken a look at the incredible memories shared by the driver of the bus – including the moment the windscreen shattered.
The bus is on display at the Coventry Transport Museum, forever marking a fairytale moment of success for the city.
Were you there in the crowds in 1987? Share your memories in the comments below. You can also see more nostalgia content here.
FA Cup FinalCoventry City v Tottenham HotspurA fan celebrates in Coventry during the victory parade.17th May 19871 of 8ShareComments
FA Cup FinalCoventry City v Tottenham HotspurA fan celebrates in Coventry during the victory parade.17th May 1987
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FA Cup FinalCoventry City v Tottenham HotspurThe team on the bus during the victory parade in Coventry, the day after the match17th May 19872 of 8ShareComments
FA Cup FinalCoventry City v Tottenham HotspurThe team on the bus during the victory parade in Coventry, the day after the match17th May 1987
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CC001987FINA_48.jpgFA Cup FinalCoventry City v Tottenham HotspurThe victory parade in Coventry city centre17th May 1987
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FA Cup FinalCoventry City v Tottenham HotspurThe victory parade in Coventry city centre after the win at Wembley.17th May 19874 of 8ShareComments
FA Cup FinalCoventry City v Tottenham HotspurThe victory parade in Coventry city centre after the win at Wembley.17th May 1987
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FA Cup FinalCoventry City v Tottenham HotspurThe victory parade by the players on the top deck of a bus through the streets of Coventry city centre.17th May 19875 of 8ShareComments
FA Cup FinalCoventry City v Tottenham HotspurThe victory parade by the players on the top deck of a bus through the streets of Coventry city centre.17th May 1987
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FA Cup FinalCoventry City v Tottenham HotspurThe Sky Blues team during the victory parade on a bus through Coventry.17th May 19876 of 8ShareComments
FA Cup FinalCoventry City v Tottenham HotspurThe Sky Blues team during the victory parade on a bus through Coventry.17th May 1987
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FA Cup FinalCoventry City v Tottenham HotspurThe victory parade by the players on the top deck of a bus through the streets of Coventry city centre.17th May 19877 of 8ShareComments
FA Cup FinalCoventry City v Tottenham HotspurThe victory parade by the players on the top deck of a bus through the streets of Coventry city centre.17th May 1987
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FA Cup FinalCoventry City v Tottenham HotspurFans celebrate on a rooftop during the victory parade by the players on a bus through Coventry’s streets.17th May 19878 of 8ShareComments
FA Cup FinalCoventry City v Tottenham HotspurFans celebrate on a rooftop during the victory parade by the players on a bus through Coventry’s streets.17th May 1987
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