Watford vs Southampton: Premier League

Watford vs Southampton: Premier League – Opposition Threats

By Marc Walker | Apr 23, 2019

WATFORD, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 27: Gerard Deulofeu of Watford celebrates after scoring his team's second goal with Abdoulaye Doucoure of Watford during the Premier League match between Watford FC and Huddersfield Town at Vicarage Road on October 27, 2018 in Watford, United Kingdom. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images) /

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SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 10: Andre Gray of Watford is challenged by Maya Yoshida of Southampton during the Premier League match between Southampton FC and Watford FC at St Mary’s Stadium on November 10, 2018 in Southampton, United Kingdom. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images) /

Southampton head to Vicarage Road to face Watford this evening and will be looking to bounce back from their loss to Newcastle.

A poor first-half display lost them the game at the weekend and they are still in need of points to secure their Premier League status.

Their hosts in Watford have enjoyed a fantastic campaign so far as they sit eighth in the table and look forward to the FA Cup final in May.

This fixture last season produced a 2-2 draw and was memorable for a controversial equaliser scored by Abdoulaye Doucoure in stoppage-time.

Tonight’s clash will be another good test of Ralph Hasenhuttl and his side as they will know a win could see them confirming safety next weekend.

Here is a look at three of the most potent threats from the Watford side: