Resurgent Duffy helps Brighton beat Watford 2-0
A rejuvenated Shane Duffy toasted his Brighton resurgence with a thumping header as the home side saw off Watford 2-0 in the Premier LeagueAUGUST 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
WATFORD 8-2-6 · 7TH IN ENGLISH CHAMPIONSHIP
8-2-6 · 7TH IN ENGLISH CHAMPIONSHIP
Next Match vs Bristol City (H) · Tue 7:45PM
WAT +136 TOTAL 2.5
Grealish nets 1st goal for 5-star City, Liverpool wins again
Jack Grealish scored his first goal for Manchester City in his first home game for the teamAUGUST 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Neal Maupay punishes Watford, nets second Brighton goal ' Premier League
AUGUST 21, 2021 • YOUTUBE
Joshua King - Creates three chances off bench King created three chances across 25 minutes during a 2-0 loss Saturday against Brighton.
Impact King created more chances than any other Watford footballer. The veteran will need to continue being a standout, considering they could favor using young players like Joao Pedro and Cucho Hernandez. Troy Deeney (like King) is also an established Premier League vet.
AUGUST 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Troy Deeney - Comes off bench Deeney recorded two shots and one chance created during a 2-0 loss Saturday against Brighton.
Impact Deeney replaced Ken Sema and played for 12 minutes. The former could receive usable (but less) time backing up Emmanuel Dennis, who Watford signed after earning Premier League promotion.
AUGUST 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Ismaila Sarr - Attempts six crosses Sarr recorded six crosses (one accurate) and two chances created during a 2-0 loss Saturday against Brighton.
Impact Sarr recorded more crosses than any other Hornets footballer. Unfortunately for him, he did not help them score a goal and will be an unfavorable option when they play against Tottenham on Aug. 29.
AUGUST 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Imran Louza - Plays 45 minutes during debut Louza played 45 minutes during a 2-0 loss Saturday against Brighton.
Impact Louza logged his Watford debut by starting in place of an injured Juraj Kucka (thigh) on Saturday. Unfortunately, the former was substituted off for Cucho Hernandez after one half.
AUGUST 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Daniel Bachmann - Allows two goals again Bachmann recorded one save and one clearance but conceded two goals during a 2-0 loss Saturday against Brighton.
Impact Bachmann saved one shot from Solomon March but allowed goals to Shane Duffy and Neal Maupay. The goalkeeper has still conceded more shots than saved them across two Premier League games.
AUGUST 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Dan Gosling - Out with illness Gosling is not in the squad for Saturday's match against Brighton because of an illness.
Impact Gosling had a slight chance to start in the midfield Saturday due to the injury of Juraj Kucka, but an illness keeps him out. Instead, Imran Louza is making his first start for Watford. As for Gosling, he started six matches for Watford last season and probably won't get many chances if everyone above him stays healthy.
AUGUST 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Watford signs Turkey midfielder Ozan Tufan from Fenerbahce
Premier League club Watford has signed Turkey midfielder Ozan Tufan from Fenerbahçe on a season-long loan with an option to buyAUGUST 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Nathaniel Chalobah - Remains out Chalobah (illness) will remain out for Saturday's match against Brighton.
Impact There's a chance Chalobah tested positive for COVID-19, which is keeping him out the first two matches of the season. The hope is that he can recover and get back in training before the next match ahead of the international break. Either way, given recent signings, playing time may be hard to come by for him.
AUGUST 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Juraj Kucka - Late test for Saturday Kucka is considered a late test for Saturday's match against Brighton because of a minor thigh injury.
Impact It's an unfortunate injury for Kucka, who may have suffered it in the opener when he only went 69 minutes. If he can't go, Watford will be forced to change the starting XI with Dan Gosling possibly getting the call. Imran Louza is also an option while it doesn't seem like Will Hughes has a role at the moment.
AUGUST 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Joshua King - Good to go King (groin) has trained all week and is an option for Saturday's match against Brighton.
Impact King is returning from an injury and it's hard to see him having much of a role in the side. Emmanuel Dennis looks to be the new guy up front and Troy Deeney is still around, meaning King will have to scrape for minutes yet again in the Premier League.
AUGUST 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Kiko Femenia - Available against Brighton Femenia is available for Saturday's match against Brighton after being rested for the opener following a return from an abductor injury.
Impact Femenia was a regular when healthy at right-back last season, so his return could push Watford into some changes on the back line. Craig Cathcart moved out wide against Aston Villa and would likely go inside if Femenia is back in the XI, possibly pushing Christian Kabasele to the bunch.
AUGUST 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Ozan Tufan - Loaned to Watford Tufan has signed a season-long loan with Watford from Fenerbahce with the option to buy.
Impact Tufan started three matches for Turkey in this summer's Euros, playing as mostly a defensive midfielder, managing two shots and no crosses. He gives Watford another option in the midfield with Will Hughes seemingly on his way out.
AUGUST 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Juraj Kucka - Runs midfield in Watford debut Kucka had two shots not on target, four tackles (two won), two clearances and a yellow card in Saturday's 3-2 win against Aston Villa.
Impact Despite joining the team exactly a week before the opener, Kucka was given a start against Villa and it turned out to be a good choice. It looks like he has an immediate role in the side, taking the spot of Will Hughes, who may be looking to move elsewhere. Kucka had spent the last few seasons at Parma, totaling 17 goals and eight assists across three campaigns.
AUGUST 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
'I'll remember this for all my life' - Watford's Dennis revels in debut goal vs Aston Villa ' Goal.com Nigeria international Emmanuel Dennis was delighted to find the back of the net as Watford beat Aston Villa 3-2 on Saturday.
AUGUST 15, 2021 • GOAL.COM
'I'll remember this for all my life' - Watford's Dennis revels on debut goal vs Aston Villa ' Goal.com Nigeria international Emmanuel Dennis was delighted to find the back of the net as Watford beat Aston Villa 3-2 on Saturday.
AUGUST 15, 2021 • GOAL.COM
Emmanuel Dennis - Contributes to two goals Dennis recorded one goal and one assist during a 3-2 win Saturday versus Aston Villa.
Impact Dennis recorded the Hornets' first goal before assisting to their second one, scored by Ismaila Sarr. The former is already making an impression playing in place of Joao Pedro (knee).
AUGUST 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Ismaila Sarr - Scores goal Sarr scored one goal with three shots (two on goal) during a 3-2 win Saturday versus Aston Villa.
Impact The Hornets are receiving what they expect from Sarr. He recorded 13 goals (a team-best) during their EFL Championship campaign one season ago. Considering his statistical output before they were relegated, Sarr is a proven footballer who can be valuable fantasy-wise.
AUGUST 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Tom Cleverley - Records assist, two interceptions Cleverley recorded one assist (with one chance created) and two interceptions during a 3-2 win Saturday versus Aston Villa.
Impact Cleverley recorded an assist to the Hornets' game-winning goal. The former has logged seven assists since signing with them. Though not much, those show one of multiple ways Cleverley could supply value. He demonstrated versatility with 35 chances created and 24 interceptions during the 2020-21 EFL Championship season.
AUGUST 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Daniel Bachmann - Concedes two goals Bachmann conceded two goals during a 3-2 win Saturday versus Aston Villa.
Impact Bachmann conceded goals to John McGinn and Danny Ings without recording any saves. The goalkeeper's next start is scheduled for Saturday against Brighton & Hove Albion.
AUGUST 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
'They've got good pace' - Etebo celebrates Dennis and Sarr after goals in Watford win ' Goal.com Watford midfielder Oghenekaro Etebo said he is happy for Emmanuel Dennis and Ismaila Sarr after their goals in their 3-2 victory over Aston Villa in their Premier League opener.
AUGUST 14, 2021 • GOAL.COM
'Fantastic talent' Dennis can be decisive for Watford - Olatunji-Okuku ' Goal.com Buoyed by the striker’s impact against the Lions, the Nigerian football administrator Samuel Olatunji-Okuku is upbeat Emmanuel Dennis will become a crucial member of Watford.
AUGUST 14, 2021 • GOAL.COM
Premier League Top Moments: Christian Pulisic starts hot in Chelsea's opener
Christian Pulisic scored in Chelsea's first game of the season. Catch the top moments from Saturday's Premier League action.AUGUST 14, 2021
