How Huddersfield Town players rated against Norwich City

Here are the Huddersfield Town player ratings from this afternoon’s Championship opener - 1-0 home defeat to Norwich City, newly relegated from the Premier League.

Ben Hamer: Didn’t have much to do first half but got busier in the second 6

Pipa: Had his hands full with Onel Hernandez down Norwich’s left but looks a class act 6

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Chris Schindler: The captain was assured at the back for the most part 7

Richard Stearman: Endured that shocker for the goal but came up with some good defensive work previously 6

Harry Toffolo: Had a busy afternoon but competitive in the thick of it all 6

Jonathan Hogg: His usual combative self, enjoyed the battle with Norwich’s middle 6

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Alex Pritchard: Wasted a couple of counter attack opportunities in first half 5

Adam Diakhaby: Came up with some lovely silky touches without ever truly imposing himself 6

Ben Jackson: The 19-year-old can be pleased with his Championship debut, busy and alert in midfield 6

Juniho Bacuna: Failed to get any real opportunities 6

Josh Koroma: Arguably had Town’s best chance but was narrowly off target 6

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Substitutes: Fraizer Campbell - Came on for Richard Stearman after going a goal down but never got chance of an equaliser

Isaac Mbenza - Replaced teenager Ben jackson in the 57th minute and brought some extra energy

Jaden Brown - Never had much chance to make a mark after coming on for Adama Diakhaby in the 71st minute

Unused: Pereira, Crichlow, Rowe, Edmonds-Green.

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