CITY's youngsters succumbed to a 3-0 defeat to Arsenal at Colney Training Centre.

The Canaries started well against the Gunners, with both 'keepers in good form in the first half.

The visitors went in at the break a goal up, however, and after City conceded a disappointing penalty in the second period Arsenal went on to win 3-0.

Despite ultimately being outdone by the power and pace of their opponents, the game was a great opportunity for the youngsters to compete a high level and progress their development.

NORWICH CITY: Oxborough; Scales, Walters (Sambu 55), Syme, Lewis, Fox, Byrne-Hewitt, Black, Simpson, Cantwell, Couzens (Boateng 75). Subs not used: Beauchamp (GK).