Norwich City lost 1-0 to Portsmouth at Carrow Road for another defeat, with fans making their feelings known at the full-time whistle. Afterwards, Norwich boss Philippe Clement said it was important not to panic and that confidence would be crucial.
Reaction after full time
Clement said: "The fans were really positive during the game and kept pushing the team. Afterwards, we understand their frustration because we’re all frustrated about the result and we felt we could have had more from the game."
Clement calls for calm
Clement said: "But it’s my job to stay calm because if everybody starts to panic, we’re not going to get the season we want. There are still 36 games to play and it’s about taking the right lessons from this game."
What Norwich need to improve
Clement said: "The organisation was good, the attitude was good and the passion was good. Now it’s about making the right decisions in the final third and rebuilding confidence."
Confidence and structure
Clement said: "Confidence and a clear structure are important so that everybody knows what to do together in every situation. That’s what happened last season and the players grew from that confidence. We’re not far away now. We lost against Southampton by one goal, we lost against Swansea after playing well and today I think we deserved at least a point."
He added: "But football is about taking your moments. It’s about being clinical and being ruthless. Those are the things we need to improve while keeping the passion and commitment the team is showing. It’s crucial that the players don’t lose confidence."