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England Under-21 debut for Norwich forward Makama

Norwich City striker Jovon Makama appears as a substitute to make his England Under-21 debut against Portugal.

Published: Saturday, 14 November 2026 at 1:00 PM
England Under-21 debut for Norwich forward Makama
Key Things to Know
  • Norwich City striker Jovon Makama made his debut for England Under-21 against Portugal on Friday.
  • England suffered a 1-0 defeat to Portugal at Ashton Gate following a first-half goal by Afonso Moreira.
  • Makama replaced on-loan Southampton forward Divin Mubama as a 72nd-minute substitute.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Norwich City striker Jovon Makama made his England Under-21 debut as a second-half substitute during a 1-0 friendly defeat against Portugal at Ashton Gate on Friday. The 22-year-old forward entered the match in the 72nd minute, coming on to replace Southampton's on-loan forward Divin Mubama.

Portugal secured the victory courtesy of a first-half strike from Afonso Moreira. Makama, who has scored three goals for Norwich this season including two in his last two Championship appearances, will look to feature again when England Under-21s face France on Monday at Ashton Gate.

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