Norwich turned pressure into a clear lead
The visitors pressed Bristol City’s first pass and forced several attacks to begin near the touchline. Once Norwich recovered the ball, the next pass went forward quickly rather than allowing the defence to reset.
That approach produced chances from central positions. Norwich did not need a large number of speculative shots because the best openings arrived after the home shape had already been moved.
Bristol City could not slow the second wave
The match was played on 7 November. Bristol City tried to play through the first line, but too many possessions ended before a midfielder could turn towards goal.
Norwich also controlled loose balls outside the penalty area. That stopped the home side from escaping and allowed the visitors to begin another attack without returning to their own half.
The result adds to a difficult home record
It was the third time this century that Bristol City had lost a home league match by five or more goals. Norwich reached 38 goals in all competitions and 32 in the Championship.
The score gives Norwich confidence, although the more useful lesson is the balance between pressure and protection. The visitors attacked with numbers but still kept enough players behind the ball to prevent a simple counter-attack.