Stoke defied the fact they were missing five first team players to get back to winning ways -- and into the top 10 of the league -- in Sunday's 1-0 away win at Watford. Having perhaps been expected to let the hosts play in front of them before hitting them on the break, the opening 45 minutes instead saw the Potters absolutely dominate possession and chances created.
The goal that decided the contest was entirely deserved but also maybe a tad fortuitous given the foul in the build-up and Heurelho Gomes' role in deflecting the ball back into his own net.