Without a victory since early September and having gone winless in 11 games, there was a sense of "hopeful" expectancy among supporters as a new era began for the Canaries following the appointment of new head coach Philippe Clement.

Looking to kick-start their campaign, a quick response was essential from the City players as the Norwich fans made their way to the St Andrew's stadium on Saturday.

But it soon turned flat - in more ways than one.

The 170-mile journey to face Birmingham City turned into a nightmare for the BBC Radio Norfolk commentary team when their vehicle suffered a puncture that threatened to extinguish hopes of covering Clement's first match in charge.

Chris Goreham, BBC Radio Norfolk Presenter and Norwich City Football Club sports commentator EN (Image: Newsquest Library)

Commentator Chris Goreham and presenter Rob Butler were travelling to the match, and were on the M6 when the car tyre blew out.

You need to tune into @BBCNorfolk at 2pm to find exactly what’s going on here.

Mad stuff. pic.twitter.com/IV01lPiKvB

— Rob Butler (@BobRutler) November 22, 2025

Fearing they may not make it in time........

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