Sargent Scores Eighth in Eight

Sargent Shines Again, but Norwich Settles for a Draw

Josh Sargent continued his remarkable scoring streak on Friday night, netting his 12th goal of the season in Norwich City's 1-1 draw with Oxford United at Carrow Road. The American international has now scored an impressive eight goals in his last eight matches, further cementing his reputation as one of the Championship's most clinical finishers.

The Canaries made a dream start after just five minutes when Sargent capitalized on a brilliantly orchestrated move. Callum Doyle played a superb pass that split Oxford's defense, finding Kellen Fisher, who advanced into the box. Fisher's precise low cross found Sargent perfectly positioned, allowing the in-form striker to calmly side-foot home from close range.

Norwich couldn't extend their advantage despite dominating possession and creating numerous chances throughout the match. Oxford equalized in the 18th minute when Mark Harris reacted quickly to a deflected long throw-in, sliding the ball past debutant goalkeeper Vicente Reyes, who was filling in due to injuries to Angus Gunn and George Long.

Norwich continued to press for a winner, controlling 77% of possession and registering 16 shots to Oxford's three. Late in the game, Borja Sainz had a golden opportunity to secure all three points when he broke clear, only to be denied by an excellent save from Jamie Cumming in the Oxford goal.

The draw frustrates Johannes Hoff Thorup's side, and the head coach laments: "I am annoyed and disappointed that a performance like that didn't give us three points. In games like that, nine times out of ten, you will win it."

Sargent's impressive form hasn't gone unnoticed, with reports suggesting Nottingham Forest is monitoring the 25-year-old forward. Should Norwich fail to secure promotion, the £8 million signing from 2021 could be tempted by a return to the Premier League this summer, despite being under contract until 2028.