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Norwich City prepares for Carabao Cup opener with key player updates

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 5:10 PM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Norwich City prepares for Carabao Cup opener with key player updates

Summary

Norwich City manager Philippe Clement announced fitness boosts ahead of the Carabao Cup match against MK Dons. Ante Crnac is set to return to competitive action after ten months out, while Pelle Mattsson has completed a full week of training and is available for selection. Ali Ahmed faces a long recovery from a serious knee injury and will be out for most of the season. Papa Amadou Diallo is training but will not feature in the match as he continues to regain fitness. Jovon Makama is also making progress in his recovery, working individually on the pitch.

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Status Watch

•Clement provides updates before Carabao Cup match on August 8.
•Ante Crnac returns after ten months out injured.
•Pelle Mattsson eligible for selection after training fully.
•Ali Ahmed expected to miss most of the season.
•Papa Amadou Diallo and Jovon Makama continue their recoveries.

Latest Updates

5:10 PMYahoo Sports — Norwich City boss Clement confirms fitness boosts ahead of Carabao Cup clash

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Norwich City boss Philippe Clement says he will not rush players back from injury as he provided an updates on several members of his squad.Clement was speaking ahead of the Canaries’ season opener ...
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