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Iwan Roberts: City’s tough trip to Forest reminds me of Psycho, Greeno’s howler and my false teeth

Robert Green's mistake at the City Ground in August 2003 saw Forest beat Norwich 2-0 Picture: Archant library

Norwich City hope Uefa Nations League stars can steer clear of injury

Canaries starlet Jamal Lewis, right, won his fourth cap for Northern Ireland during Friday night's defeat to Austria in Vienna Picture: John Walton/PA

No Pukki, no party! Norwich City striker scores another Nations League winner for Finland

Teemu Pukki scored Finland's winner in Estonia Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

James Maddison deserves England call-up, says Norwich City chief

James Maddison thrived under Daniel Farke's stewardship at Norwich City last season. Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

Former City star Maddison determined to show why he deserved England call-up

England manager Gareth Southgate (left) and James Maddison (right) during the training session at St George's Park, Burton Picture: Martin Rickett/PA Wire

Lowdown on King’s Lynn Stars leading the Premiership glory charge

The King's Lynn Stars line-up after the meeting, (from left) Niels-Kristian Iversen, Thomas Jorgensen, Simon Lambert, Ty Proctor, Erik Riss, team boss Dale Allitt, Michael Palm Toft and skipper Robert Lambert. Picture: Ian Burt

Chris Lakey: King’s Lynn Stars just two steps from sporting heaven

King's Lynn Stars skipper Robert Lambert in familiar, celebratory, action Picture: Ian Burt

‘Norwich is such a big and a great family’ – Klose not surprised by support of former team-mates

James Maddison was at Pride Park supporting Norwich on the eve of his England senior call-up
Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

Iwan Roberts: I was wrong about Norwich City...but at least I was right about Ipswich Town

Town manager Paul Hurst pictured during the Ipswich Town v Middlesbrough defeat. Picture: STEVE WALLER WWW.STEPHENWALLER.COM

‘It was only a matter of time. Insanely talented’ – Canaries fans congratulate Maddison on England call

James Maddsion was back at Carrow Road with the England U21s last month but is now in the senior squad
Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

CONFIRMED: Former City star Maddison named in England senior squad for first time

James Maddsion was back at Carrow Road last month with the England U21s but has now made it into the senior squad due to his Premier League form with Leicester
Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

Names to remember... before they’re forgotten

Frank and Christine Lampard have named their daughter Patricia. Picture: Ian West/PA Wire

‘We need to be at our best’ – Wigan defender feeling confident ahead of Norwich clash

Wigan Athletic defender Cedric Kipre Picture: PA

Delight as bid for super-fast bus routes in Norwich shortlisted for share of £840m government cash

Super-fast bus routes could speed up travel by public transport in Greater Norwich. Picture: DENISE BRADLEY

Crowley looking for hat-trick on final day of Eastern Festival

The 2018 Eastern Festival at Great Yarmouth concludes on Thursday Picture: Nick Butcher

Richard Kingscote could be man to watch on first day of Eastern Festival of Racing at Great Yarmouth

Jockey Richard Kingscote could be the man to follow at Great Yarmouth on Tuesday. Picture: PA

Five places in Norwich that specialise in dessert

One of Figbar's plated desserts. Photo: Louisa Baldwin

Norwich City international round-up: Pukki scores Finland winner, with Lewis in action for Northern Ireland

Norwich City left-back Jamal Lewis, right, in Northern Ireland action against Bosnia Picture: Brian Lawless/PA Wire.

‘He wasn’t treating me like a kid’ – Maddison so grateful to City fans and Farke for their faith

There was an injury scrae for James Maddison and City head coach Daniel Farke on the final day of last season Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

“I understand the controversy behind it” - Former Norwich City star Darren Eadie on his coaching move to Ipswich

Former Norwich City star Darren Eadie has taken up a coaching job in Ipswich. Picture: Ian Burt

International duty: Lewis, Klose and Pukki among City players set for Nations League action

Norwich City forward Teemu Pukki is away with Finland
Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images Ltd

Jailed in Norfolk in August: Drug dealers, bar attacker, and man who stabbed someone at a lap dancing club

Connor Griggs (left), Neil Williams (centre), and Reece Ellis (right) were all jailed in Norfolk last month. Photo: Norfolk Constabulary

King’s Lynn Stars choose Belle Vue in play-offs after finishing top of Premiership

Robert Lambert and Niels-Kristian Iversen, left, on their way to a 5-1 during the first meeting of the double-header Picture: Ian Burt

Gallery: England U21s train in Norwich ahead of qualifying clash with Netherlands

England U21s training at Carrow Road - James Maddison
Picture: ANTONY KELLY

King’s Lynn Stars can seal top spot at home to Leicester Lions

Dale Allitt and Robert Lambert in the pits Picture: Ian Burt

King’s Lynn Stars put to sword by Somerset - but it’s not all bad news

Michael Palm-Toft contributed eight points for the Stars Picture: Ian Burt

‘I don’t think he is ready for the senior team, yet’ – Maddison must wait for England call-up

Former Norwich City star James Maddison is set to be in England U21 action at Carrow Road on Thursday night Picture: Mike Egerton/PA

Proctor and Iversen missing as King’s Lynn Stars head to rivals Somerset

Ty Proctor will miss King's Lynn Stars' trip to Somerset Picture: Ian Burt

Lee Payne: City will be fine this season but the gap between us and Ipswich is closing

Grant Hanley shepherds the ball away from Ipswich's Kayden Jackson. Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

Former Norfolk man set to stand trial following death of five people in shop explosion

Emergency services at the scene on Hinckley Road in Leicester. PIC: Aaron Chown PA Archive/PA Images

City defender Klose ‘feeling better’ and ready to join up with Switzerland after blow to the head

Timm Klose came back out on to the pitch to thank the 2,000 travelling fans at full-time at Portman Road
Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

City defender earns Switzerland recall and could face England

Norwich defender Timm Klose is set to join up with Switzerland
Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

King’s Lynn Stars chief promises no let-up ahead of showdown with rivals

Ty Proctor and the King's Lynn Stars will be perfectly tuned in for the visit of Poole Picture: Ian Burt

Carver claims his first Barford Festival success

Barford Festival winners - Simon Smith from sponsors Norfolk Van Sales, Stuart Elmar, Lee Carver, Dan Hull and fourth-placed Keith Pearson Picture: Sarah Thomson

King’s Lynn Stars boss Allitt wants riders to take their A Game to Leicester

King's Lynn are hoping Michael Palm Toft will be fit for the trip to Leicester Picture: Ian Burt

Chris Lakey: Jose Mourinho is losing the fight with Manchester’s strongman

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho during the humiliating defeat at Brighton Picture: PA

Family of missing man appeal to him to return to his Bradwell home

Bradwell man Andrew Watson has been found Picture: Joanne King

How Norwich made its name in shoe manufacturing

The clicking section of the Van Dal factory in September 1964. Production was planned so that all operatives could see the various stages of the work and eventually the finished shoe. Picture: Archant

‘It was a hard decision to leave Norwich’ - James Maddison opens up on Carrow Road exit

James Maddison spakled on his Premier League debut for Leicester City Picture: LCFC/Plumb Images via Getty

When is the draw for the second round of the Carabao Cup?

Kenny McLean went close to scoring during the second half as City beat Stevenage 3-1 in the Carabao Cup first round
Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

‘They’ve lost a kid that’s a genius’ – City’s transfer work to replace Maddison is praised

Ian Holloway is confident Jordan Rhodes can help replace the goal threat of James Maddison at Norwich City
Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

Iwan Roberts: Let’s hope City enjoy playing against Baggies as much as I did

Iwan Roberts celebrates scoring against West Bromwich Albion in Norwich City's 2-0 win over the Baggies in 2001. Picture: Archant

Club-by-club Championship 2018 summer transfer window guide – all the ins and outs

It's been a busy summer of transfers in the Championship

King’s Lynn Stars wary of Poole’s desire for revenge

Robert Lambert will ride at number one at Poole Picture: Ian Burt

Hughes Trade breaks £20m turnover mark after record year

The expansion in Cambridgeshire is another sign of Hughes Trade's growth, says its general manager. Pictured from left are Grentham Rush left, and colleagues Scott Perry and Carol Bassam outside the new Hughes Trade branch in Huntingdon. Picture: Hughes Trade.

NHS worker’s life transformed by organ donation

Gemma Sturge and her son Austin. Photo: QEH

Luton have found their shooting boots ahead of Canaries test

Danny Hylton scored a hat-trick during Luton's latest pre-season friendly, at St Albans Picture: James Wilson/Focus Images

Champions will provide ultimate test for battling King’s Lynn Stars

King's Lynn will need Niels-Kristian Iversen and Thomas Jorgensen, right, in top form when they face champions Swindon Picture: Ian Burt

European joy for King’s Lynn Stars ace Lambert

Robert Lambert has picked up more honours Picture: Taylor Lanning

Kerr vows to return to saddle as King’s Lynn Stars sign Simon Lambert

Injured Lewis Kerr has vowed to return next season Picture: Ian Burt

Norwich City transfer rumours: Rhodes set for Canaries talks as Wednesday lower loan fee

Jordan Rhodes is reportedly closing in on a Norwich City loan move
Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

‘Tough day at the office’ says Kerr after horror smash at King’s Lynn

Lewis Kerr is recovering after another big injury scare Picture: Ian Burt

Stars stunned as Kerr is taken to hospital with leg injuries

Lewis Kerr suffered leg injuries in a crash Picture: Ian Burt

Iversen back on track for King’s Lynn Stars

Niels-Kristian Iversen - back on track after injury Picture: Ian Burt

‘Norwich simply blew us away’ – Harris admits Millwall couldn’t match Canaries in Marshall race

Millwall Manager Neil Harris Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

Marshall fits the Norwich City profile

Ben Marshall, in Blackburn colours, looks set to leave Wolves for Norwich PA: Dave Howarth/PA

Reader Letter: It’s a good thing Norwich isn’t fashionable

A Norwich street. PHOTO: Archant

Rate the England team in their World Cup defeat to Belgium

Belgium's Adnan Januzaj scores his side's winning goal against England. Photo: Tim Goode/PA

Michael Bailey: Harry Kane and Norwich City’s unwritten influence of the England captain’s rise to stardom

The thought of Harry Kane leading England at the 2018 World Cup would have garnered some interesting reactions from Norwich City fans back in 2012. Picture: Adam Davy/PA Wire

Norwich City A-Z: L is for last orders – Maddison has shown value of deadline day business

James Maddison was signed by Norwich City on the final day of the January transfer window in 2016 Picture: Michael Sedgwick/Focus Images

‘I’m not so sure Norwich were convinced’ - Maddison story could have had a different ending, reveals former boss

James Maddison had a breakthrough season at Norwich City Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

Canaries boss expects new signings soon following big-money departures

Norwich City head coach Daniel Farke expects to add new players to his squad soon
Picture by Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

Paddy Davitt: A shimmering star and the sobering reality collide at Norwich City

James Maddison has sealed a Premier League move to Leicester City Picture: LCFC/Plumb Images via Getty

‘Too good an offer to turn down’ - James Maddison seals Leicester City move

James Maddison's move to Leicester City has been confirmed Picture: LCFC/Plumb Images via Getty

‘Leicester just seems like the right fit’ – Maddison discusses his Norwich City exit

James Maddison was a fitting winner of the Barry Butler Memorial Trophy Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images Ltd

‘Truly hope he goes on to achieve great things’ – Canaries fans wish Maddison well at Leicester

James Maddison has joined Leicester City.
Picture by Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

How Harry Kane went from a Norwich City loan flop to a World Cup superstar with England

Harry Kane claims for a penalty during Norwich City's FA Cup humiliation against Luton in January 2013 Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

Medical awaits with Norwich City star on the verge of Premier League switch

James Maddison waves goodbye to the Norwich City supporters at Hillsborough after the final game of last season. He is now on the verge of completing a switch to Premier League Leicester. Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

Norwich City transfer rumours: Canaries could beat Millwall in race to sign Wolves winger

Ben Marshall (12) in action for Wolves at Manchester City last season Picture: Tim Goode/PA

Retailer Mattressman to close more than half its stores with 136 jobs lost

Mattressman, North Walsham.
Picture: ANTONY KELLY

Ty Proctor ruled out of King’s Lynn Stars’ trip to Poole

Ty Proctor misses the Stars' visit to Poole because of injury Picture: Ian Burt

Norfolk’s George Catchpole forced to retire from rugby - at the age of just 24

Norfolk-born George Catchpole has been forced to retire from rugby Picture: Tiger Images

What about teaching drivers proper reversing?

Drivers! Are you aware what the 'R' stands for on this gearstick?

Youngs leads the way as one of England’s experienced heads as South Africa series starts

Ben Youngs will be the most-capped player in England's squad for the first Test against South Africa. Picture: Adam Davy/PA

Watch: Awesome try wins Norfolk teen Leicester Tigers’ try-of-the-season award

Leicester Tigers academy prospect Andre Dunn. Picture: Leicester Tigers

Norwich City transfer rumours: Fulham join the race for Maddison’s signature

The end game over James Maddison's Norwich City future has arrived - with the midfielder now primed for a switch to Premier League Leicester City. Picture: Michael Sedgwick/Focus Images

Jessie J to perform at Norwich venue

Jessie J is performing in Norwich later this year. Photo: Archant

‘Very pleased with what I achieved’ – Maddison shares impressive video of his Canaries highlights

Are you not entertained?! James Maddison celebrates his winner at Bristol City. Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images Ltd

Norwich City transfer rumours: City linked with Sunderland midfielder being chased by Brighton

Sunderland's Paddy McNair has been linked with Norwich City. Picture: Owen Humphreys/PA

Chris Lakey: You can rely on grassroots football for a sense of reality

Two worlds collide - Adam Drury tackles Cristiano Ronaldo during a Premier League game at Carrow Road in April, 2005 Picture: PA

The gap Norwich City must close to chase Championship promotion

Can Josh Murphy, left, Onel Hernandez, centre, and Tom Trybull help Norwich City engineer a promotion push next season?
Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

Profiles: Glittering cast of stars ready to roll back the years as Norwich Legends face Inter Forever

Inter Milan skipper Giuseppe Bergomi and City captain Rob Newman ahead of the 1993 game at the San Siro. Picture:
Archant library

Former Norwich and North Walsham junior named in Aviva Premiership team of the season

Calum Green has been a dominant force at the lineout for Newcastle Falcons this season. Picture: David Davies/PA

Stars chief feeling positive ahead of Knockout Cup clash with Leicester

Niels-Kristian Iversen for King's Lynn's trip to Belle Vue on Monday evening. Picture: Ian Burt

‘It’s unbelievably good news’ – Wife of Norfolk rugby star in remission despite terminal cancer diagnosis

Leicester Tigers captain Tom Youngs. Picture: Mike Sewell

Famous shirt brings back memories of Canaries debut for Eadie – and this one fits!

A Norwich City legends side are hosting Inter Milan on May 20th at Carrow Road, in aid of the Community Sports Foundation. Pictured is Darren Eadie. Picture: Ian Burt

‘He’s got to make sure it’s 100 percent right’ – Canaries legend warns Maddison not to rush his recovery

A Norwich City legends side are hosting Inter Milan on May 20th at Carrow Road, in aid of the Community Sports Foundation. Pictured are (from left) Grant Holt, Darren Huckerby, Darren Kenton, Scott Howie, Daryl Sutch and Darren Eadie. Picture: Ian Burt

‘I didn’t really feel like I was in love with football any more’ – Kenton loving return as Canaries coach

A Norwich City legends side are hosting Inter Milan on May 20th at Carrow Road, in aid of the Community Sports Foundation. Pictured is Darren Kenton. Picture: Ian Burt

‘I understand fans’ frustration towards him but time has passed’ – Eadie calls on annoyed City fans to lay off Marshall

A Norwich City legends side are hosting Inter Milan on May 20th at Carrow Road, in aid of the Community Sports Foundation. Pictured is Darren Eadie. Picture: Ian Burt

Canaries begin finishing touches to legends squad as trio sign up to face Inter

A Norwich City legends side are hosting Inter Milan on May 20th at Carrow Road, in aid of the Community Sports Foundation. Pictured are (from left) Grant Holt, Darren Eadie, Darren Huckerby, Darren Kenton, Scott Howie and Daryl Sutch. Picture: Ian Burt

‘I’ll be working non-stop over the off-season’ – Canaries star Maddison vows to overcome injury setback

James Maddison limped off early during City's game at Hillsborough.
Picture by Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

Youngs returns to Tigers starting XV for crunch game to boost England injury problems

Ben Youngs is back in the Leicester Tigers starting XV after injury. Picture: Mike Egerton/PA

Is Norwich really one of the UK’s worst places to earn a living?

A view over Norwich from Mousehold Heath. Picture: Antony Kelly

The key facts and figures of Wes Hoolahan’s 10 years as a Canaries star

Wes Hoolahan in Championship play-off final action against Middlesbrough in 2015. Picture by Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

Norwich City transfer rumours: Arsenal added to the long list of Premier League clubs chasing Canaries star

James Maddison is being linked with Arsenal.
Picture by Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

Another hat-trick for Idah as Republic of Ireland youth international continues to impress for Norwich U18s

Adam Idah in action for Norwich City's U23s against Fulham at Carrow Road last month.
Picture: Nick Butcher

Big day for Norwich as two teams qualify for Wilmott Cup national finals

Norwich's finest, from left: Chris Cockburn, Andy Hawes, Neil Charles and Tony Zeqiri. Picture: Chris Cockburn

Norwich City transfer rumours: Leicester City in pole to land £17m-rated James Maddison

James Maddison is being touted with Leicester City.
Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images Ltd

Good reason for Canaries fans to be so frustrated by mid-table mediocrity

Wes Hoolahan celebrates putting Norwich 4-0 up in a dead rubber against QPR at Carrow Road at the end of last season. Picture: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images

Three deny manslaughter after Leicester shop explosion in which former Norfolk student died

Viktorija Ljevleva, 22. Pic: Leicestershire Police/PA Wire

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