Norwich City vs Plymouth Argyle Predictions

Norwich City vs Plymouth Argyle predictions, betting tips and match previews for their Championship clash. Norwich City host Plymouth Argyle at Carrow Road on Tuesday in a bottom-half Championship clash, marking both teams’ 17th game of the season as they seek vital points. Read on for our free predictions and betting tips.

Championship | Nov 26, 2024 at 7.45pm UK at Carrow Road

Norwich City vs Plymouth Argyle Predictions

Can Norwich Capitalise on Plymouth’s Travel Woes to Revive Their Season?

• Norwich’s offensive strength at home: The Canaries boast the joint fourth-best attacking record in the league, with 25 goals scored so far this season.
• Plymouth’s away day nightmares: The Pilgrims are winless in nine away matches, conceding 17 goals while picking up just two points.
• Resilient yet vulnerable: Plymouth have scored late goals in two of their last three games, but their defence has crumbled under pressure on the road.

Our Tips

A sense of unease looms over Carrow Road as Norwich City prepare to host Plymouth Argyle in what promises to be a compelling Championship encounter. Both sides find themselves navigating rocky terrain this season, with Norwich sitting in 13th place and Plymouth languishing in 19th. The stakes are heightened by the contrasting trajectories of their recent form. Plymouth arrive unbeaten in three games but have yet to secure a win on the road this season, while Norwich are winless in their last seven outings despite showing flashes of offensive potency.

The Canaries will look to leverage their home advantage, however modest, against a side plagued by travel woes. With key injuries impacting both squads, tactical adjustments and individual brilliance could determine the outcome. Plymouth’s dramatic late equaliser against Watford last weekend showcased their tenacity, but they’ll need more than grit to overcome a Norwich side desperate to turn their season around.

Best Bet: Norwich City to Win

While Norwich’s recent results inspire little confidence, the nuances of this match point towards a home victory. The Canaries’ attacking record—joint fourth-best in the league—suggests they can exploit Plymouth’s vulnerabilities, particularly given the Pilgrims’ dismal away form. Plymouth’s record of just two points from nine road matches, coupled with defensive fragility, is unlikely to hold against Norwich’s firepower.

Norwich’s attacking trio of Forson Amankwah, Ante Crnac, and Borja Sainz have shown promise, and they’ll be key in unlocking Plymouth’s backline. Despite injuries to key players like Joshua Sargent and Ashley Barnes, Norwich possess the depth to apply sustained pressure. Manager Johannes Hoff Thorup’s acknowledgment of his team’s defensive lapses may signal a more pragmatic approach, aiming to outscore rather than out-defend their opponents.

On the other hand, Plymouth will lean heavily on their ability to strike late, as seen in their dramatic equaliser against Watford. Andre Gray and Michael Obafemi must step up in the absence of Morgan Whittaker to offer any hope of an upset. However, Norwich’s superiority in creating chances, combined with their determination to end their winless streak, positions them as favourites.

BettingTips4You.com expert Steve Harrington weighs in: “Norwich’s attacking output at home, even amidst their struggles, gives them the edge. Plymouth’s defensive vulnerabilities on the road leave them exposed to Norwich’s quality in the final third. A home win looks like the most sensible call.”es to grind out low-scoring games. Hull’s defensive lapses could be offset by Wednesday’s wastefulness, making a draw the sensible prediction.

Correct Score Prediction: Norwich City 2-0 Plymouth Argyle

A clean sheet for Norwich might seem optimistic given their defensive frailties, but Plymouth’s lack of cutting edge on the road lends weight to the idea. The Pilgrims’ attack has struggled to find rhythm away from home, with just two goals in their last three away matches. Norwich, despite their own struggles, have demonstrated the capacity to dominate weaker sides at Carrow Road.

The Canaries’ ability to score in bursts could see them net twice, especially against a Plymouth defence that has struggled to keep opponents at bay. With players like Amankwah and Crnac stepping into the attacking void left by injuries, Norwich can control proceedings and capitalise on their visitors’ struggles.

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