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Arsenal didn't have the 'cojones' to beat Watford, says Hornets captain Troy Deeney

Arsenal's heart for the battle has been questioned once more after Watford's Troy Deeney explained his side's come-from-behind win against them.

Gunners boss Arsene Wenger was left blaming a penalty - converted by Deeney - after Watford came from 1-0 down to triumph 2-1 at Vicarage Road.

But Deeney did not subscribe to Wenger's view and felt basic physicality had spurred his side - something Arsenal are often accused of being unable to deal with.

Speaking to BT Sport, Deeney said: "I've heard Wenger's already blaming (the decision) as the reason why they lost.