The Norwich City team lost 2-0 to Bristol City on Saturday, 9th November 2024 in the Sky Bet Championship, putting an end to their impressive unbeaten home run. The match drew an attendance of 26,423 supporters, but the Canaries were unable to deliver on the pitch, ending a streak that stretched 24 games back to November 2023.
As early as the 16th minute, Anis Mehmeti scored for the visitors, cementing their lead. The former Norwich Academy player scored with a low shot. Despite a promising start where Emiliano Marcondes hit the upright with a header, Norwich struggled to convert their possession into meaningful opportunities.
A strong defensive performance from Bristol City forced Norwich to show an uncharacteristically lackluster performance. The Robins doubled their lead in the 63rd minute through Nahki Wells, who scored from close range after a swift counterattack initiated by Jason Knight. A header from Shane Duffy narrowly missed Norwich's goal in response.
This defeat marks a significant setback for Norwich City, as they seek to regain form in the championship. Sky Sports reported the result, highlighting the challenges the Canaries face with several key players missing and the need to regroup in their upcoming games.