Watford pulled off a spectacular comeback against Norwich City to win 3-2 and increase their lead in their head-to-head record to eight victories out of nine. With a barrage of goals and dramatic turns, the match at Vicarage Road lived up to the hype.
Three minutes into the match, Danny Batth headed in a Gabriel Sara corner to set the tone for a high-scoring contest. Hwang Ui-jo’s incredible long-range strike from Norwich swiftly doubled their lead, putting Watford in danger of losing badly.
However, Watford had other plans. Ismaël Koné showcased his prowess with a powerful strike from 25 yards, narrowing the deficit. The momentum shifted entirely when Mileta Rajović continued his impressive scoring streak, heading home from Jamal Lewis’ delivery to level the score.
Despite Norwich weathering Watford’s pressure, the halftime break came as a relief. The second half saw more Watford attacks, including a stroke of luck for Norwich when Koné’s effort hit the bar. Norwich manager David Wagner had emphasized his team’s need to be defensively resolute, and despite being on the back foot, they proved challenging for the Hornets to break down.
The decisive moment arrived with Asprilla tapping into an empty net after George Long parried Wesley Hoedt’s initial effort. The pulsating encounter not only fueled Watford’s playoff aspirations but also intensified the pressure on Norwich’s beleaguered manager, David Wagner, who faced criticism for squandering a 2-0 lead.
The victory marked a crucial moment for Watford in their playoff push, while Norwich faced a gloomier outlook, grappling with the consequences of their missed opportunity on the field.
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