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Hart – A complete passenger in the first half, he was barely busier after the break. Tipped one Whelan effort onto the post, but he won’t have too many easier afternoons – 6 Zabaleta – Defensively sound against the physicality of Jerome and then later the trickery of Etherington, and offered a decent attacking threat [...]

Hart – Partly culpable for Norwich’s third goal when he came to punch the corner but missed the ball. Despite the home side scoring three goals, he wasn’t actually tested a great deal in open play. Took plenty of stick from the Canaries’ fans behind the goal in the second half and looked hugely pumped [...]

Hart – Made one save from Sessegnon during the second half and a stop in the first period that showed his class but ought to have done far better for the goal. Seemed to dive over the ball but shouldn’t be beaten at his near post from that distance, even if he was expecting the [...]

Hart – A few shaky moments with his kicking and decision making, selling Nastasic and Rekik short with passes out of defence. Barely had a save to make – 5 Zabaleta – Defended very well against McAnuff in the opening exchanges and was one of the few bright sparks from the game. Tried to bomb [...]

Hart – Made a string of vital saves throughout the match, showing great agility to get down low on a couple of occasions and commanded his  area well at set-pieces – 8 Zabaleta – An absolute warrior who, once again, typified the spirit and heart that fans love to see. Imperious down the right, winning [...]