Championship

Promising signs for Hornets and Blades

by
The LeaguePaper Team
7 August 2022

David Connolly
Former EFL striker and Talksport pundit

I had a close look at two potential promotion candidates on Monday as Watford hosted Sheffield United.
The Hornets won 1-0 due to a goal that had a little bit of controversy as the match referee Josh Smith seemed to be in the way as the Blades worked a cut- back corner to the edge of the box from which Watford won possession and Joao Pedro scored from a quick counter.
The goal was a rare penalty box entry for Watford, who huffed and puffed, although they were much improved in the second half.
Sheffield United started the match well, wi...

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