Watford manager Javi Gracia has expressed his pleasure at his side's performance away against Wolves, singling out his team's defence for their effort.
Despite being heavy underdogs for the clash, two quick fire goals from Etienne Capoue and Roberto Pereyra early in the first half were enough to seal an important three points for the Hornets and propel them to the fringes of the top six.
GOAL Wolves 0-2 Watford (21 mins)
— Premier League (@premierleague) October 20, 2018
Another! Roberto Pereyra flicks in impressively with the outside of his boot into the top corner#WOLWAT
Speaking in the post-match press conference as quoted by football.london, Gracia stated he was pleased for the fans but admitted the game hadn't been straightforward.
“Today I’m very pleased for my players and the supporters. After the last defeat we had two tough weeks preparing for this game and today we have got a good reward.
"Defensively it was good work because all of the players did it really well and to get another clean sheet, for us, is important. Not only to score two goals but to keep a clean sheet is important."
"In my opinion, it was a complete game."
Before wrapping up, Gracia cleared up why his talisman forward Troy Deeney hadn't been included in the match day squad.
| Wolves 0-2 Watford |
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Brilliant day at the office for Watford today. 2 goals in 58 seconds from Etienne Capoue and Roberto Pereyra sealed a very good win for us.
Hopefully I’ll have a report it soon.#WOLWAT pic.twitter.com/xnTVluKJlk
"He has a hamstring strain but I think he'll be ready for the next game, I think so," he added.
Watford now have a home fixture with Huddersfield
Source: 90min