Tough knocks have helped shape Kellen Fisher's Norwich City progress, and he now feels ready to make his mark on Johannes Hoff Thorup's revolution at Carrow Road.

Thorup's decision to start the youngster at right back ahead of Jack Stacey raised some eyebrows, but the afternoon ended with Fisher receiving a standing ovation from supporters for his impressive efforts in their 4-1 win over Watford. 

Despite a whirlwind first year at Norwich after moving from then non-league Bromley, Fisher had to endure tough knocks as he continued his development whilst part of David Wagner's squad last season. 

He earned three Championship starts prior to Saturday and was replaced by Stacey at half-time in the previous two against Sheffield Wednesday and Cardiff last season. 

Those experiences have hardened his resolve and helped build a level of self-assurance that has allowed him to impress Thorup since his arrival at the club earlier in the summer. 

"Last year, there were stages throughout the season where I thought 'Am I ready yet?' but this season, I feel that I'm ready, and I have a lot more confidence under my belt," Fisher said post-match.

"You need moments like that in your career to get the disappointment of coming off at half time after starting because you've not played well or got a booking. Moments like that were a great learning curve and I hope I can kick on from them.

"Last year, I wasn't as confident as I am now. Once you get over that disappointment, you look back at it and ignore it. It only makes you a better person."

Fisher's journey to Carrow Road is remarkable. A little over 12 months ago, he combined training with a personal trainer course and is now hoping for a run of matches in the Championship. 

Fisher's start against Watford was only his fourth in the league for Norwich City.Fisher's start against Watford was only his fourth in the league for Norwich City. (Image: Paul Chesterton/Focus Images Ltd) That journey is not lost on the England youth international, but he is still striving for further improvement. 

"I'm really proud of what I've done over the last two years," he said. "It's not just down to me; it's down to my whole family, who have supported me throughout it. I can't settle on that; I have to try to kick on and take the next step.

"This performance was up there [as my best moment]. Either that or my debut in the Championship, but I think this tops it off, especially me walking off and the fans giving me that applause."