“They battled really well, especially as we were down to 10 men for most of it, and I felt they definitely deserved something out of the game,” said the City boss. “They never wilted and kept on going – which is really pleasing.” TOM HAYLETT reports.
Lambert warning of 'big scalp' syndrome as Hughes looks set to return
“You’re a name, you’re a scalp and they’ll want to take us, not the other way around,” Paul Lambert said this morning. “But we’re not thinking ‘oh we’re only going to Gillingham where they only get 8,000’. TOM HAYLETT reports.
Lambert ties Steer down until 2012 despite not seeing him make a save in anger
“Getting this on my 17th birthday is just fantastic,” said the England youth goalkeeper. “I’m now hoping for a good season in the youth team and then try and break into the reserves.” TOM HAYLETT reports.
Holt not fussed about what Parky thinks as he insists goal was perfectly legitimate
“When I went for the ball I think there was no way the goalie was going to get it,” said the striker. “He was out swinging and he’s got three yards to come out claim it and he’s come and missed the ball. It’s hit me and gone in.” TOM HAYLETT reports.
Wes happy to stay and cause some more damage. Just ask Charlton what he can do…
“Obviously I haven’t been playing the last few games but I played today and I’m just happy about that,” said a clearly delighted Hoolahan after the game. “I want to stay, I like it here.” TOM HAYLETT reports.
Lambert praises 'colossal' City with special mentions for Messrs Holt, Hoolahan and Smith
“He [Korey Smith] has done brilliantly. I’m asking an awful lot of him and if we had more experienced lads, he might not have got as many games. But since I’ve been here, he’s been terrific.” TOM HAYLETT reports.
‘Forget Charlton, let’s show what we can do,’ says the ever-improving Smith
“At the end of the day it’s just another match and we’ll go out and do it as a team,” said one of this season’s success stories. “If we win it will be excellent because people can then see what we can do.” TOM HAYLETT reports.
Parkinson still expecting the Canaries to challenge despite ‘strange’ Gunn exit
“I think everybody was surprised that he only got two games. But they’ve got a lot of quality in the squad, a lot of strength in depth and they’ll be up there.” TOM HAYLETT reports.
McKenzie looking to get career back on track with his first return to pastures old
“I played a friendly on Tuesday and, now I’ve got through that, I want to finish the rest of the week strongly and try and get on the bench against my old team Norwich,” said the former City striker. TOM HAYLETT reports.
Where next for Sullivan and Gold? Not St Andrews that's for sure as Yeung closes in
Speculation surrounding Birmingham City owners David Gold and David Sullivan, and their rumoured interest in Norwich City, will no doubt hot up today after Carson Yeung formally launched his Blues takeover bid.
The Hong Kong businessman has now sent out official offer documents to shareholders and it would be a surprise if Gold and Sullivan were not already eyeing their next move.
Yeung, who launched a failed bid to buy Blues in 2007, is offering �1 a share and hopes to …
Lambert not impressed with Mr East after luckless evening in front of the Sky cameras
City boss Paul Lambert could not hide his anger last night after some dubious refereeing decisions played their part in a disappointing evening at Stadium:MK.
Apart from Roger East's continuous refusal to give Grant Holt any protection whatsoever � on one occasion, he was clearly elbowed in the back of the head, only for the referee to give a free-kick to MK Dons � there were the two penalty decisions in either box.
The first one came in the 18th minute when Dean …
Dons admit City are now a tough nut to crack after Lambert's move up the A12
MK Dons assistant boss Karl Robinson admitted that his side will have their work cut out against Paul Lambert's miserly City in tonight's live TV clash at Stadium:MK.
The Canaries started the season shipping goals for fun, but ever since the Scot made the trip up the A12 from Colchester, his new charges have become much more resolute � three clean sheets in a row is proof of that.
And with the likes of Grant Holt still leading the line, goals at the other end will …
Hughes out, Russell in? Plenty to ponder as Lambert prepares for Addicks clash
“His [Russell’s] fitness is certainly not up to speed yet but he can play the game. If he starts, we don’t know how long we’ll get out of him or how long his injury will last so it is a risk. But we’ve not got too many options at the minute.” TOM HAYLETT reports.
Lambert using the break to up the ante as Russell emerges as an injury doubt
City boss Paul Lambert added another name to the injured list by revealing Darel Russell is a concern ahead of the televised match at MK Dons on Monday night.
With Matt Gill and Owain Tudur Jones already out of action, the Scot will be aware that his midfield options are dwindling.
And while Lambert admitted that it's too early to say whether the calf injury that forced him off during the reserves' win over Southend will rule him out, he will be wrapping Stephen …
Cureton happy to be back in business as he waits for that net to bulge
City forgotten man Jamie Cureton has admitted he's relishing the backing of new boss Paul Lambert as he aims to get back on the goal trail at Stadium:MK on Monday night.
It looked like he was on his way out of Norfolk after Bryan Gunn made it clear he wasn't part of his first-team plans.
But when the man who wanted to sign him in the summer came up the A12 from Colchester, Cureton's love affair with the Canaries was back on track. And he's as happy as …
Crook delighted with reserves win as Wes and Doc give Lambert a timely reminder
City's fringe players gave the watching Paul Lambert a few headaches of the right kind last night after the second string ran out comfortable 5-0 winners over Southend.
Making their return to the Totesport.com Combination � East Division, Ian Crook's side dominated throughout and the likes of Gary Doherty and Wes Hoolahan gave Lambert plenty to think about.
For some, it is a surprise that they�are both still in Norfolk after the pair were strongly linked with moves …
Theoklitos back in from the cold as Crook’s reserves look to get off to a flyer
Ian Crook's City reserves get their campaign under way tonight and the home clash with Southend offers a real chance for some of the forgotten men to force their way back into Paul Lambert's plans.
While at the moment, it looks like Wes Hoolahan and Gary Doherty face a future away from Norfolk � they were not even on the substitutes' bench at the weekend � they will be given a chance to impress tonight in the renamed Totesport.com Combination � East Division.
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‘Frustrated’ pretty much sums up Drury’s mood after Carrow Road stalemate
City defender Adam Drury couldn't hide his frustration yesterday as the Canaries saw their winning run ended by a stubborn Walsall outfit.
OK, it might have only been a two-game run, with a Johnstone's Paint Trophy win on top of that, but there was, and still is, a real feeling that the Canaries have turned the corner.
They are still on the right track � three clean sheets in a row is proof of that � but many would have had Walsall (h) down as a banker …
Lambert philosophical after stalemate despite anger at Cody penalty shout
City boss Paul Lambert has admitted that his side didn't do enough to emerge victorious today after Walsall frustrated the Canaries in a dull 0-0 draw.
It brings an end to City's winning run in League One and even though he pointed to another clean sheet as a positive, the Scot certainly had no complaints at the result.
With two victories in succession against Wycombe and Hartlepool, hopes were high of making it three in a row.
But it was a flat …
U’s still pursuing City punishment as the compensation saga rages on
Despite appointing Aidy Boothroyd as their new chief, Colchester United have vowed to continue their search for 'justice' after Paul Lambert's departure up the A12.
The U's, and in particular chairman Robbie Cowling, continue to insist that the Canaries played dirty in their pursuit of the Scot.
And after failing to reach an agreement with their East Anglian neighbours, United are taking the matter further.
They are even mentioning a …