Norwich City extended their impressive Championship form with a comfortable 2-0 victory over Preston North End at Carrow Road. The Canaries, who had won eight of their previous 10 league games, faced a Preston side that had managed just one victory in 12 matches across all competitions.

A first-half brace settled the contest, with Ali Ahmed opening the scoring in the 17th minute after Daniel Iversen's parry fell to his feet. Captain Kenny McLean then doubled the lead just before halftime with a sublime free-kick from 10 yards outside the box, curling the ball over the wall and into the top corner. The goal showcased McLean's set-piece prowess and left Iversen helpless.

Preston's best chance came early when Daniel Jebbison's lobbed effort narrowly missed the target after beating Harry Darling to a high ball. The visitors continued to press after halftime, with substitute Brad Potts missing from close range, but Norwich's defense held firm. The win extends Norwich's winning streak to four league matches and keeps them firmly in promotion contention as they continue their strong run of form.