Norwich City: 5 Observations from Wolves Draw

Norwich City may well feel disappointed to have only drawn 2-2 against Wolves, having led twice in the game. However, with both sides poor at the back, this game was inevitable to produce goals.

To review the game I have compiled this slideshow looking at some key observations from the game, while also looking forward to the next game and the rest of the season.

Canaries Need to Be More Clinical When on Top

By all accounts, Norwich were the superior side in the first half. However, did they really take advantage of the situation?

The way that Wolves were playing, Norwich could have opened up a decisive lead. The half-time scoreline of 1-1 really let Wolves off the hook.

This is a lesson that the team will have to learn quickly. Had the Canaries led by two or three goals at the break, the opposition wouldn't have been able to come back.

The Importance of Hanging onto a Lead

At the end of last season, Blackpool payed a high price for allowing leads to slip in key games. Norwich must ensure they keep an eye on this.

In the last game against Everton, Norwich were leading 1-0 for the vast majority of the game, but drew 1-1. In this game, Norwich led twice in the game, but also drew.

Simeon Jackson's goal should have been the winner and it's a concern that it wasn't. The Canaries must learn to shut up shop and stop letting leads slip.

Simeon Jackson Proved He Has a Role to Play

Simeon Jackson hasn't played as much as he'd like so far this season. However, he proved Tuesday night that he can be a real threat in the Premier League.

He was only on the pitch for a short period, but he managed to grab himself a goal and constantly showed a direct approach and eye for goal.

If Paul Lambert elects to stick with Grant Holt and Steve Morison up front, then Simeon Jackson could play a vital part from the bench; at least until James Vaughan returns to full fitness.

Wes Hoolahan/formation

Wes Hoolahan put on a very impressive performance against Wolves. What is clear is the the diamond formation suits the Irishman down to the ground.

However, the second half of the game showed how exposed the defence can be by using the formation.

Therefore, it is a difficult balancing act for Paul Lambert. Still, the diamond formation has served Norwich so well over recent seasons, if there is one system worth being patient with, then surely this is it.

A win and two draws in the last three games show that it has some use at this level.

Getting the Attacking Balance Right

It seems at the moment that only one of the front two of Grant Holt and Steve Morison are in each game. In the Wolves' game, Steve Morison was the more impressive performer. In fact Holt was later subbed for Simeon Jackson.

Some might expect Holt to be dropped for the next game, but that would be harsh considering he is the club's top scorer.

Lambert must decide if the partnership between Holt and Morison really works. Simeon Jackson, James Vaughan and a possible new striker in January could offer other options.

That being said, Holt and Morison have scored 13 goals between them, so is may well be worth sticking with the partnership for the time being; though, Holt has proved that he can make an impact from the bench.

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