River Wensum River Wensum The River Wensum is a chalk river in Norfolk, England and a tributary of the River Yare, despite being the larger of the two rivers. The river is a biological Site of Special Scientific Interest and Special Area of Conservation. The Wensum is the principal river on which the city of Norwich was founded. The river passes Carrow Road, the home of Norwich City F.C.; one end of the ground was originally named "The River End" in its honour, a name that still persists among fans. The river receives its name from the Old English adjective "wandsum" or
2001–02 Norwich City F.C. season 2001–02 Norwich City F.C. season During the 2001–02 English football season, Norwich City F.C. competed in the Football League First Division. Despite losing 4-0 to Millwall on the opening day of the season, 2001-02 was a successful one for Norwich City. The Canaries never dropped out of the top 10 in Division One following their opening result and sneaked into the playoff places on the last day, following a 2-0 win over Stockport County. Their FA Cup run was halted at the third round after losing 4-0 to Chelsea after a replay. The game featured a memorable backheeled goal by