Ismaila Sarr’s wonder goal was described as “a moment of genius” by Watford head coach Rob Edwards as they drew 1-1 at West Brom.
Sarr was Watford’s hero and villain – scoring a goal reminiscent of David Beckham’s memorable strike at Wimbledon in 1996 before missing a penalty.
The 24-year-old striker gave Edwards’ side a 12th-minute lead with a spectacular chip from almost 60 yards out, before Karlan Grant equalised in first half time added on.
But Sarr missed a 73rd-minute penalty as Albion controlled the game and the hosts should have won at a canter only to have to settle for a point. “Just seeing it and his quality, it was a moment of genius really,” said Edwards. “It was a great bit of technique and vision – whenever you see a goal like that, it’s special. “I’ve not seen that yet but I’m not surprised because he’s super talented. “I didn’t even see it coming but when he started lining up for it, I thought ‘here we go’. “As soon as it left his foot, I thought it’s in.