Nunez's Free-Kick Earns Norwich Crucial Win in East Anglian Derby
Canaries Extend Unbeaten Derby Run to 15 Years
Ipswich Suffer Setback as Norwich Boost Play-Off Hopes
Norwich City claimed a vital 1-0 victory over East Anglian rivals Ipswich Town on Saturday, extending their unbeaten derby run to 15 years and boosting their Championship play-off hopes.
Marcelino Nunez proved to be the match-winner, curling home a stunning free-kick from 30 yards out in the first half. The goal gave Norwich a precious lead against a determined Ipswich side.
Despite Ipswich's best efforts, Norwich held firm defensively and preserved their slender advantage. The Canaries have now gone 11 league games unbeaten against their East Anglian rivals, a streak that dates back to 2009.
The victory sees Norwich move up to ninth in the Championship standings, just two points behind sixth-placed Blackburn Rovers. The Canaries are now well within reach of the play-off spots as they seek to secure a return to the Premier League.
Ipswich, on the other hand, remain in 14th place after suffering their second consecutive defeat. The Tractor Boys will be hoping to bounce back in their next outing against Cardiff City.
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