Ethan Galbraith strike secures Stoke City first Championship win

Stoke City secured their first Championship victory of the season with a 1-0 win over Norwich City at the Bet365 Stadium. The decisive goal was scored by midfielder Ethan Galbraith, who received the ball outside the box and fired a first-time strike that deflected off Jack Stacey into the bottom corner.

Galbraith, a 25-year-old Northern Ireland international signed from Swansea City for £10m, was described by reporter Peter Smith as ‘outstanding’ for his performance. The win ends a three-game losing streak for Stoke City, following previous defeats to Swansea City, Southampton, and Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Despite late pressure from Norwich City, including attempts by Kenny McLean and a header from Oscar Schwartau, Stoke City maintained a clean sheet. Stoke City manager Mark Robins utilized a 3-4-3 formation to secure the three points.