Maria Connor’s quiet day is about to spiral into chaos when she spots someone she never thought she’d see again. The past she’s tried so hard to forget is about to come crashing back, and this time, it could reopen one of the most explosive rivalries Coronation Street has ever teased.
The Feud That Shook Coronation Street
Years ago, Maria Connor and Eva Price were at the heart of one of Coronation Street’s most dramatic storylines. Both women were involved in a messy love triangle with Aidan Connor, a situation that quickly turned bitter. In an attempt to hold onto Aidan, Eva faked a pregnancy, but Maria exposed the truth at her wedding, leaving chaos in her wake. The revelation led to that now-iconic fight in the fountain outside the venue, cementing their feud as one of the show’s most unforgettable moments.
Though time passed and both women tried to move on, the tension between them never truly disappeared. Since Aidan’s tragic death, Maria has built a new life for herself; peaceful, stable, and far removed from the turmoil of that chapter. But fate in Weatherfield has a habit of digging up old ghosts, and this time, it’s about to bring her face-to-face with the one person she hoped she’d never encounter again.
Eva’s Shocking Return Turns Weatherfield Upside Down
Eva Price makes a return to the cobbles alongside her new partner, who’s just purchased the Rovers Return for her. Relishing the chance to become the pub’s next landlady, Eva is excited, completely unaware that her old rival is watching. Her comeback doesn’t go unnoticed for long. Leanne Battersby rushes over, overjoyed to see her sister back in town. Eager to celebrate, Eva tells Leanne to bring Toyah along so they can toast her new venture together.
But when Leanne heads to the Bistro, she saw Nick Tilsley down on one knee, proposing to Toyah. The shock quickly spirals into chaos as Leanne and Toyah erupt into a heated argument back at the pub. In a move only Eva could pull, she locks her sisters inside the Rovers and insists they won’t leave. Behind the scenes, actress Catherine Tyldesley shared that she was thrilled when producer Kate Brooks told her Eva’s return would bring back her rivalry.
She described Maria as “a dog with a bone.” She said she’s similar to Corrie icons Gail and Eileen in the way she never lets things go. Tyldesley explained that while Eva loves her new partner Ben, she still finds it hard to let go. “She loves a grudge,” she admitted, teasing that the bad blood between Eva and Maria could last a long time. She even joked that the two should be kept far away from any water features this time around. Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for all the latest Coronation Street news and spoilers.