The AGM for Norwich City was held just two days after a disappointing defeat at Watford, leaving fans concerned about the squad’s underperformance and their position at the wrong end of the table. The performance in the game against a poor QPR side also did little to inspire confidence among supporters, leaving the feeling that the season was still in the balance. However, a late own goal and a strike by Adam Idah secured a win against Bristol City, bringing the team closer to the top half of the table.
With the team not yet at the halfway stage of the season and still four points below the play-offs, there is debate among supporters as to whether David Wagner is still the right person to lead the team. The decision-making authority lies with the new sporting director, Ben Knapper, who has taken a considered approach to assessing the team’s situation. The AGM also saw Knapper addressing the number of injuries the team had in the autumn and discussing plans for possible changes in the January transfer window that could affect the outcome of the season.
Despite recent underwhelming football under Wagner, the team has turned around its results with three wins in four games. However, the upcoming matches at home and against local rivals will be crucial for determining the future of the head coach. The team’s ability to get results without playing well is seen as a good quality, and the upcoming match against Preston presents an opportunity for the team to prove that those wins were not just lucky and that a corner has been turned. The celebrations following the late winner against Bristol City demonstrated that the players still support their head coach and believe in each other.
Despite the recent wins, the feeling of apathy and struggle among supporters still remains. While the team’s performance has improved, there are doubts and debates about the leadership of the head coach, and a more convincing win is needed to reinvigorate the atmosphere among supporters. The upcoming matches are crucial for determining the outcome of the team’s season and giving the supporters much-needed hope.
