NORWICH, Key man: Bradley Johnson

NORWICH
Position: 5th
Points: 62
Form: WWWWWL
Up next: Millwall (a)
Sky Bet promotion odds: 8/11

Key man: Bradley Johnson

Johnson might not be the most talented member of Norwich’s strong squad but his hard work has typified what was required on the club’s return to the Championship. The midfielder is enjoying the best goalscoring season of his career having reached double figures with his stunning opener in the recent derby win over Ipswich and the 27-year-old’s leadership qualities could play a significant part in carrying Alex Neil’s men back into the top flight.  

Bradley Johnson was the derby-day hero for Norwich against Ipswich

Beagrie’s expert view

Norwich were on a great run of six wins on the spin and it’s been incredible. Alex Neil has got them defending well and working hard but in midweek maybe they were a bit tired and off the pace. Who would have said Wigan would have enough to beat Norwich at home with their stellar squad? It’s just a case of regrouping now because this division is all about how you react. Wes Hoolahan wasn’t playing in midweek and he is pivotal for them. He dictates the tempo, he is the one in the midfield areas exploiting the space. Lewis Grabban is a big loss for the team at this stage of the season so Cameron Jerome and Gary Hooper have chances to step up and take centre stage.

Opta stat: The Canaries have conceded the fewest corners in the Championship this term (157)