Norwich fan saves the day to ensure match with Preston can be completed

The referee was considering taking the players off the field until the fan, known as ‘Spud’, stepped in.

A Norwich fan who was featured in the club’s match programme had to step in to ensure their game with Preston North End could be completed, writes Stephen Barry.

The Carrow Road fixture was thrown into doubt when the linesman suffered a hamstring injury. While he could be replaced by fourth official Andy Davies, referee Tim Robinson hadn’t anyone at hand to deputise for Davies.