da bet7k： Watford were not given a chance of victory at the Emirates on Tuesday night. The Hornets had failed to win in seven Premier League matches and had slipped towards the perils of the relegation battle. As Arsenal started slowly, Walter Mazzarri’s side took full advantage, however, and recorded a 2-1 win. It was seen as a defeat for Arsenal rather than a victory for Watford, but the away team deserve full credit for putting the Gunners to the sword during their shaky first half.
da jogodeouro： After climbing up the table during the opening months of the season, Watford looked every bit a guaranteed Premier League team for 2017/18. Their recent slump, which has come across the most hectic time in the Premier League calendar, looked to be putting that in jeopardy. The quality in the Watford squad puts them in the ‘too good to go down’ category, but we all know that is complete nonsense if you end up in a relegation battle in March.
Next up for Mazzarri’s team is the visit of Burnley. That is a Burnley side who have picked up a solitary point away from home this season, despite boasting a record better than Arsenal at Turf Moor. In many ways, Watford could not have a better fixture to build momentum upon after their shock win against Arsenal. Maybe Leicester would be a marginally kinder opponent, but Burnley’s difficulties on the road make Watford sure-fire favourites.
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In the shape of Mbaye Niang and Isaac Success, they have two of the most exciting forwards in the league. Flanking Troy Deeney, who continues to be an utter nuisance for central defenders, and with the ever improving Etienne Capoue driving forward from central midfield, Watford have the framework of a team that can cause any opponent problems. Defensively they were secure earlier in the season, too, they have the balance of a team ready to consolidate themselves in the Premier League.
Watford have been intelligent in the transfer market. While not all deals will work out, naturally, the Hornets have balanced their team well. Retaining their Premier League status is the key for the club for now, their victory over Arsenal as good as did that. A home match with Burnley is a must-win considering the Clarets record and it could be the springboard to a return to their early season form.
Although they could have easily let their lead slip in the second half as Arsenal turned up the pressure, Watford’s performance at the Emirates was further proof that their December and January troubles were nothing more than a blip. Mazzarri has added to his squad and shown tactical flexibility that is rare amongst Premier League managers.
Burnley are the ideal opponents and, although its only February, Watford can begin to relax.
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