Norwich City Forward Becomes First American to Score Club Goal in 2026
Josh Sargent marked a significant milestone on Thursday, becoming the first American to find the net for a club team in 2026 during Norwich City's crucial 2-1 victory over QPR at Loftus Road.
The 25-year-old striker headed home from close range just seconds into the second half, converting Matej Jurasek's cross after the winger surged past his defender on the right flank. Kenny McLean's initial pass released Jurasek, whose inviting delivery found Sargent unmarked at the far post for a simple finish.
"I want him to be here. I expect him to be here," manager Philippe Clement stated when addressing January transfer speculation linking Sargent with West Ham and Burnley.
The goal was Sargent's eighth of the season but only his second since a blistering August start, when he scored six times in five matches. His previous goal came against Watford on December 6, highlighting a significant drought for the American international.
Sargent nearly doubled his tally later in the match but fired into the side-netting after Paul Nardi parried Jacob Wright's shot. The victory, Norwich's first away win under Clement, lifts the Canaries to within a point of Championship safety as they battle to avoid relegation to League One.
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