27 August 2011, after John Ruddy was sent off in a 3–1 defeat to Chelsea. His first taste of Premier League football was to concede a penalty from Frank Lampard. Due to Ruddy's subsequent suspension, Rudd made his full Premier League debut on 11 September at home to West Bromwich Albion, saving a penalty from Peter Odemwingie in a 1–0 defeat. Following Norwich's 4–1 FA Cup victory over Burnley in January 2012, Rudd was ruled out for a few months with a thigh injury sustained in training. On 12 August 2014, following two loan spells at Preston North End, Rudd signed a new three-year contract at Norwich, with the option for a further twelve months. Preston North End It was announced on 20 June 2017 that Rudd had signed a permanent deal with Preston North End for an undisclosed fee. On 31 March 2022, Rudd announced his retirement from football due to a knee injury. International career Rudd played for England at various youth levels. He gained his first Under-21 call up in August 2011. Career statistics Honours Norwich City Football League Championship play-offs: 2015 England U19 UEFA European Under-19 Championship runner-up: 2009 References External links 1991 births Living people People from Diss, Norfolk Sportspeople from Norfolk English footballers England youth international footballers England under-21 international footballers Association football goalkeepers Norwich City F.C. players Preston North End F.C. players Charlton Athletic F.C. players English Football League players Premier League players