Norwich City head coach Martin Herdman praised his players for their exceptional performance in beating Ashford Town 4-2 at home. The team responded positively after their first defeat of the season. They scored three goals in the first half and added another in the second half. Although Ashford managed to score two late consolation goals, they could not diminish the significance of City’s victory. Herdman expressed frustration at conceding from set-pieces but highlighted the numerous positive aspects of the game. He emphasized the need to maintain high standards and expressed a desire for more goals and a clean sheet. The match was particularly special for Herdman as his family watched the team win in-person for the first time since his arrival.
Herdman praised the support from the home crowd and expressed a desire to make the stadium feel like home. He recognized the importance of having families and fans in attendance and acknowledged the positive impact they had on the team. Herdman credited the team’s success to their tactical approach, particularly the decision to use wing-backs. Alice Parker, who scored two goals in the match, spoke about the freedom provided by the system and the team’s attacking threat.
The victory over Ashford puts Norwich City in a good position for their upcoming FA Cup tie against Hashtag United, a team performing well in the women’s third tier. Parker believes that the team has a chance of causing an upset in the tournament. She expressed excitement for the FA Cup and the possibility of anything happening in the competition. Parker encouraged fans to come and support the team, emphasizing the team’s determination to meet the challenge and give their best in the match.
Overall, Herdman and the Norwich City players were pleased with their performance against Ashford Town. They acknowledged the areas that require improvement but celebrated the significant victory. The team now looks forward to their FA Cup tie with optimism and a determination to succeed.
