Leeds defeat Watford to gain huge Premier League survival boost while Hornets look doomed

Leeds United gave themselves hope of Premier League survival with a potentially vital 3-0 win at Watford. The win earns them three points and leaves them in 16th, five points clear of Everton who earlier pulled off a 1-0 win of their own against Manchester United in the day’s early kick-off. Ad/> Frank Lampard’s side have two games in hand of their relegation rivals but Jesse Marsch’s team will be content with the points on the board at this late stage of the season.

Premier LeagueLiverpool go top of table thanks to Jota and late Fabinho penalty02/04/2022 AT 10:31 The win came when Raphinha — linked with Barcelona and other clubs at the end of the season, particularly if his current side go down — struck midway through the first half, and Leeds were able to hold onto their lead. Goals from Rodrigo Moreno and Jack Harrison in the last 20 minutes made victory secure. Watford needed a win to stay in touch of safety but ended the day a full six points off Everton in 17th, having played a game more.

They play Brentford next Saturday, while Leeds visit Crystal Palace in a fortnight. Speaking after the game, Marsch underscored the importance of the result, saying; “It’s a massive three points when you look at the table. “I think there was a moment where the team wasn’t at its highest in confidence so the first job was to try to create a little bit of calmness in the group and then we talked immediately about tactical things, about trying to transform the way we played.

“I’ve been very positive with them and I’ve seen a group that’s willing and wants to fight for everything and wants to learn and grow every day. It’s been a pleasure to be their coach. “They are hungry for more, they are obviously hungry to stay in the league but