Former Rangers manager Philippe Clement has been widely praised for a touching and respectful gesture ahead of Norwich City’s 2–1 victory over Coventry City.
The Belgian took charge at Carrow Road in November, inheriting a struggling side that had collected just nine points from their opening 15 matches under previous boss Ryan Manning. Since then, Clement has overseen a remarkable turnaround, capped by last night’s win over league leaders Coventry.
Before kick-off, however, the focus briefly shifted away from football. Clement was seen visiting the seat of long-time Norwich season ticket holder Jim Davies, who sadly passed away at the end of the club’s previous home game.
The Norwich boss laid a green and yellow scarf on the seat and took time to embrace members of Davies’ family, offering his condolences in a quiet, personal moment that resonated deeply with supporters inside Carrow Road.
The gesture was widely shared online and applauded by fans, with many praising Clement for showing compassion and respect beyond the demands of the job.
On the pitch, Norwich’s revival continued. The win lifted the Canaries to 33 points as they push to move clear of relegation danger. Clement has now guided the club to five wins in their last six matches, a run that has dramatically changed the mood around the club.
The 51-year-old has quickly built a strong bond with the Norwich support, earning admiration not only for his tactical impact but also for his conduct away from the touchline.
Despite the recent upturn in form, Norwich remain only four points clear of the drop zone. However, they are also just 11 points off the play-off places, currently occupied by Wrexham, underlining how quickly the picture could change.
This season has been a demanding one for the club, but belief is returning as Clement steadies the ship and drags Norwich away from a potential relegation battle.
Clement was dismissed by Rangers almost a year ago, but his work in the Championship has helped put his managerial career back on track. His calm leadership and attention to detail, both on and off the field, have injected fresh hope into a squad that was languishing near the bottom of the table.
The transformation at Carrow Road is a reminder of Clement’s qualities as a manager and as a person. If Norwich can maintain their momentum and secure Championship survival, this period may yet be remembered as a defining chapter in their season.