Norwich City conclude their home campaign this afternoon as they take on Swansea City at Carrow Road. With a play-off spot still mathematically within reach, the Canaries are determined to finish their Championship season on a high note, aiming to provide their loyal supporters with a morale boost ahead of the summer break.
Manager Philippe Clement has received positive news regarding player fitness, with Ali Ahmed expected to rejoin the squad after missing the midweek match, where Norwich secured a 2-1 victory against Derby County. Ruairi McConville is also anticipated to return following a brief illness.
However, the team will be without left-back Ben Chrisene, who is currently managing a shoulder injury that required specialist attention. Midfielder Oscar Schwartau is likely to miss the final two fixtures of the season due to a muscular issue. The left-back position is further compromised, as Lucien Mahovo and Harry Amass are both recovering from their own muscular injuries, with Amass having returned to parent club Manchester United for further assessment. Shane Duffy, an experienced defender, has not featured since November, while top scorer Jovon Makama is still on the mend from a broken foot but could be in contention for a return before the season concludes.
The injury list extends to Ante Crnac and Mirko Topic, both ruled out for the remainder of the season due to ACL injuries. Matej Jurasek is also sidelined with a foot injury, and Papa Amadou Diallo remains unavailable.
In a poignant farewell, Norwich will bid adieu to five players—Duffy, Emi Marcondes, Jeff Schlupp, Daniel Barden, and Tony Springett—who are set to depart at the end of the season. Fans can look forward to a fitting send-off for these departing players, alongside the announcement of the club's player and young player of the season during the match.
Swansea City arrive in Norfolk with little at stake but will be eager to finish their away campaign positively. The Swans will be without Sam Parker, although Josh Key, Jay Fulton, and Melker Widell have been cleared to participate.
Historically, Norwich have performed well at home against Swansea, having lost only once in their last ten meetings at Carrow Road. The Welsh side will be aiming to achieve their first league double over the Canaries since the 2008/09 season, setting the stage for what promises to be an intriguing contest this afternoon.