Rotherham United lost a third successive game as question marks begin to appear on their survival in the Championship.
Teemu Pukki proved the difference as top of the pile Norwich could’ve scored several if not for a bit of luck and smart goalkeeping from Viktor Johansson.
The Millers have just slipped into the relegation zone after results elsewhere.
Rotherham rode their luck in the first half and were lucky not to be further behind. The single goal flattered the Millers after making little mistakes in possession that gifted Norwich chances to attack. Pukki put the Canaries ahead after clever play from Cantwell. It could’ve been two after Ihiekwe gave the ball away, but Cantwell fired over.
The Millers appeared to score first in the game. Clark Robertson headed home from a corner, but the referee saw an infringement and chalked off the goal. Dan Barlaser seemed to softly pull Tim Kruls arm, but nothing else seemed wrong,
The second half started brighter for Rotherham, Ben Wiles striking the crossbar on the half volley. Krul was beaten but the woodwork denied an equaliser. Matt Crooks had the best chance to level the score, but somehow a Norwich body blocked the shot. The follow through on Crooks felled the big man and he appeared to be knocked out after smacking his head on Kruls boot. Tree had to be taken off after sitting up and looking a little green. A welcomed return for Kieran Sadlier.
A special mention must be given to Emi Buendia who looks to be laying the stones for a career on stage after his theatrics on the pitch. The yells of pain with little contact. Constant calls for bookings from soft challenges.
The actor’s guild will be calling soon.
Goals: Pukki 17
Teams:
Norwich: Krul, Aarons, Hanley ©, Zimmermann, Vrancic (Tettey 94), Cantwell (Rupp 90), Buenida, Skipp, Pukki (Idah 93), McLean, Giannoulis
(Subs not used: Barden, Dowell, Quintilla, Sorensen, Herandez, Gibson)
Rotherham: Johansson, Wing, Wiles, Robertson, Harding (Jozefzoon 82), Ihiekwe ©, A MacDonald (Olosunde 45), Smith (Hirst 66), Crooks (Sadlier 74), Barlaser (Ladapo 66), Giles
(Subs not used: Blackman, S MacDonald, Wood, Clarke)
Referee: T Harrington
The Wandering Yorkshireman 