However, unlike the previous two defeats, Michael Appleton’s side performed much better and pushed arguably the division’s best side all the way.
In the end, it was only Dom Thompson’s defensive howler that gifted the high-flying Canaries the three points at Bloomfield Road.
Here’s how the men in tangerine performed according to The Gazette...
1. Chris Maxwell - 7/10
Did well on his surprise return to the side. Made a couple of important stops to stop Norwich from going two in front. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
2. Jordan Gabriel - 5/10
A mixed display. Aggressive as always but picked up a needless booking for a rash challenge. Onel Hernandez gave him problems. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
3. Marvin Ekpiteta - 7/10
Put his body on the line and made plenty of important blocks. Saved a certain goal by clearing off the line. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
4. Jordan Thorniley - 6/10
A typically solid enough display from the centre-back, even if he did get caught in behind on a couple of occasions. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
5. Dom Thompson - 4/10
It was his howler that proved to be the decisive moment in the game. All-round performance was below-par though, especially his crossing. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
6. Charlie Patino - 6/10
Demonstrated his obvious quality on the ball but got pressurised into mistakes on two or three occasions. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth