Coventry City finally owns home stadium after 20 years at CBS Arena
The club's owner heralded the purchase as a 'defining day' for Coventry City after years of uncertainty. ITV News Central
www.itv.comCoventry City currently owns its home stadium, the Coventry Building Society Arena, after completing the purchase in August 2025. This followed years of uncertainty over stadium ownership and marks a defining day for the club. The club’s owner, Doug King, described the deal as safeguarding the club’s future and enabling greater investment in facilities and fan experience.[4][8]
Key details:
- Owner and control: Coventry City Football Club Limited now owns the arena, with Doug King as the club’s chairman and owner.[1][2]
- Stadium timeline: The CBS Arena had been owned by Frasers Group prior to the sale; ownership transferred to Coventry City in 2025, ending a 20-year-plus saga.[1][4]
- Community and finance: The acquisition is positioned as stabilizing finances, supporting long-term growth, and aligning the club’s assets with its identity and city’s heritage.[8][1]
Illustration: Imagine a club finally owning its home ground after two decades of uncertainty—like finally getting the keys to your own house after renting for years.
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