Watford's dramatic 1-0 win over Crawley Town in the Carabao Cup has sent the Hornets into the next round. The match saw Watford rack up 36 shots, with Luca Kjerrumgaard, Edoardo Bove, Mamadou Doumbia, and Amin Nabizada all missing opportunities. However, it was Marc Bola who sealed the win with a stunning 99th-minute rocket, sending the crowd into raptures.
What happened?
Watford dominated the match from the second minute, with Kjerrumgaard scuffing a right-footed effort from close range. The Hornets continued to press, with substitute Doumbia heading wide when unmarked and shooting too close to the goalkeeper when through on goal. Just as Nabizada, Rocco Vata, and Edo Kayembe seemed set to send the game to penalties, Bola sent a stunner flying into the Rookery End net to book the Hornets' spot in round two.
Why it matters for Watford
The win is a significant boost for Watford, who are currently 16th in the Championship with 57 points from 46 games. They are 38 points behind leaders Coventry and will look to build on this momentum as they head into their next fixture against Bristol City on February 20.
What comes next?
Watford will look to continue their winning form as they take on Bristol City in their next fixture. With their sights set on a top-half finish, the Hornets will be eager to build on this momentum and push for a spot in the playoffs.
