Luton have been displaying a lot of determination in their fight against relegation, but they are still situated in the relegation zone as they gear up to face Coventry in their second-to-last match of the season.
The Hatters had a successful Easter period, clinching wins against Derby (1-0) and Bristol City (3-1), but they must maintain their form as they aim to avoid being relegated for the second season in a row.
Less than two years ago, Luton emerged victorious in a penalty shootout against Coventry in the Championship play-off final.
However, Coventry has been the stronger team this season and they head into the final two games needing four points to secure a spot in the playoffs.
Team news
Luton's attacking choices remain limited with Elijah Adebayo (knee) and Jacob Brown (ankle) ruled out for the remainder of the season.
Wing-back Alfie Doughty (hamstring) will be unavailable until the summer, but Marvelous Nakamba and Shandon Baptiste were on the bench for Monday's 3-1 win against Bristol City and will be pushing for more playing time in the upcoming matches.
Coventry's goalkeeper Oliver Dovin (knee) continues his recovery journey, while attacker Ephron Mason-Clark (foot) and midfielder Victor Torp (ankle) remain sidelined.
Defender Bobby Thomas (calf) has missed the last three games and will require assessment, whereas Josh Eccles (calf) was an unused substitute in Monday’s 3-1 defeat at Plymouth.
The stats
Luton have conceded fewer than two goals in each of their last eight matches.
The Hatters have scored first in four of their last six games.
Luton have collected seven points from their last three home games against Coventry.
Coventry has failed to keep a clean sheet in their last six away matches.
Four of Coventry’s last six away games have produced at least three goals.
Prediction
Luton have secured consecutive victories for the first time since September and they have the chance to make it three wins in a row by defeating Coventry at Kenilworth Road.
The team has been in the relegation zone for over three months but they are currently experiencing their best run of the season with 18 points earned from their last 10 matches.
Manager Matt Bloomfield has the team playing to their strengths by focusing on solid defending and utilizing the physical presence of main striker Carlton Morris.
Luton's direct playing style caused issues for Bristol City and it could exploit vulnerabilities in Coventry's defense.
Coventry struggled against a physical approach on Monday when they lost 3-1 to Plymouth, and they might face a similar challenge against the in-form Hatters.