Club Heroes: Norwich City class of 2009-11

Midfielders: David Fox 

Perhaps one of the more underrated players to feature during the 2010/11 campaign, Fox had a metronomic role within Norwich’s midfield. The Manchester United youth product played a key role in the Canaries’ second successive promotion and famously provided the assist for Simeon Jackson to seal a return to the Premier League in a 1-0 against Portsmouth at Fratton Park in May 2011.

Andrew Crofts

Throughout the 2010/11 season Crofts solidified his place in the City midfield, often being accompanied by Fox and Andrew Surman in Lambert’s favoured ‘diamond’ formation. The Wales international scored on his debut against Watford on the opening day of the season and also netted an impressive half-volley against Barnsley in February 2011.

Andrew Surman

Following his move from Wolverhampton Wanderers in June 2010, Surman would go on to make 22 Championship appearances for the Canaries in their promotion-winning season. The South African-born midfielder scored City’s opener during the crushing 5-1 defeat of Ipswich Town in April 2011.

Wes Hoolahan

One of the most technically gifted players to have donned a yellow and green shirt this millennium, the little Irishman formed an attacking partnership with Grant Holt which catapulted Norwich up the divisions. Known for his ability to unlock even the tightest of defences, Hoolahan scored 10 goals during the 2010/11 season, including the fourth in a 4-1 win over Ipswich Town in November 2010.

Henri Lansbury

After initially joining the Canaries on emergency 28-day loan in November 2010, the Arsenal youth product then extended his stay in Norfolk until the end of the season. With four goals in 23 appearances, including a last minute winner against Reading, Lansbury will be remembered as a key member of Norwich’s promotion-winning side.