In the Championship clash between Norwich City and Middlesbrough, there have been some key changes to both teams’ lineups. Liam Gibbs has been replaced by Adam Idah for Norwich, as Gibbs returns from an ankle injury sustained while playing for Chile in September. Additionally, George Long has stepped in for the injured Angus Gunn in goal for the Canaries. On the City bench, young academy goalkeeper Caleb Ansen eagerly awaits his opportunity.
A notable development for Middlesbrough is the return of Jonny Howson to Carrow Road, where he previously played for Norwich. Howson, a former Norwich midfielder, will captain the Middlesbrough team in this match. Meanwhile, Grant Hanley, the club captain for Norwich, is back in training after recovering from a long-term achilles injury. However, he will gain further match fitness by playing with Alan Neilson’s under-23s before being considered for first-team action. Another player building his fitness is Jacob Sorensen, who suffered a pelvic injury during pre-season and missed the start of Norwich’s Championship campaign.
In terms of injuries, Ashley Barnes of Middlesbrough may make a return before the international break next month. Barnes has been recovering from knee ligament issues. On the other hand, Josh Sargent is still expected to be absent until the new year due to an ankle ligament problem.
The confirmed lineups for Norwich City are as follows: Long in goal; Stacey, Duffy, Gibson, and Giannoulis in defense; McLean as captain, with Sara in the midfield; and Rowe, Nunez, and Hernandez in the attacking positions. As for Middlesbrough, Dieng is the goalkeeper, with Van Den Berg, Fry, Hackney, and Jones in the defense; Howson is the captain, with McNair and Coburn in midfield; and Crooks, Engel, and Greenwood in the attacking positions. The substitutes for both teams also include several players who could potentially make an impact in the match.
Overall, this Championship clash between Norwich City and Middlesbrough holds promise, with key lineup changes, returning players, and injury updates providing plenty of intrigue for fans and followers of the teams.
