Ghana: Thomas-Asante scores as Coventry close in on Premier League return

COVENTRY City swept aside out-of-form Preston North End to move eight points clear at the top of the Championship table.

Tatsuhiro Sakamoto’s heavily deflected shot gave the Sky Blues a 17th-minute lead.

Brandon Thomas-Asante chested in a second, after Preston goalkeeper Daniel Iversen had clawed away Ellis Simms’ hooked effort.

And Matt Grimes’ second-half penalty made it a perfect night for Frank Lampard’s team, as nearest rivals Middlesbrough slipped up against Charlton.

The home…