The forward appeared to be a beneficiary of Troy Deeney’s suspension and Gerard Deulofeu’s injury, but the latter’s speedy return was to his detriment
After Troy Deeney’s stupid sending off in the 11th minute against Arsenal left his Watford side in the lurch with ample time to play at Vicarage Road, it put Javi Gracia in a tough spot as well.
The Hornets weren’t only reduced to 10 men, but were also a goal behind after Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang fortuitously put the Gunners ahead following Ben Foster’s error a minute before his captain’s dismissal.
With Andre Gray being the only striker up top and Gerard Deulofeu absent through injury, Gracia had the option of taking out one of his three centre-backs and introducing Isaac Success in a switch of tactic to 4-3-2.