Watford continued his magnificent performance since the start of the season after he recorded a third consecutive win. The hunters defeated Crystal Palace with Vicarage Road 2:1 and have a full set of points, equaling Liverpool at the top. Watford begins the season in the elite with three victories for the first time in his history. Palace failed to lead in the fifth minute when Benteke headed a good position but sent the ball to the side of the door. The next danger was again opened to the guests and again to the Belgian striker. Andros Townsendd centered and Benteke headed a shot at the close goalkeeper. After the break the hosts had the advantage and in the 52nd minute they led. Capu broke through the opponent`s midfield and found Pereira, who, with a beautiful blow, opened the score. For the Argentine this is the third goal since the beginning of the season. Crystal Palace gradually regained its initiative and sought a leveling, but again Bentekke missed a good opportunity. A little later Watford led 2-0. Holebas`s centering attempt ended with a beautiful goal.
The guests reduced their lead by Zacha in the 77th minute. Max Meyer entered the reserve as the star of Pallas, who with a powerful shot sent the ball into the net. Roy Hodgson`s team pushed into the final via livescore minutes, but the `hurdles` held up to three points.
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THE WETFORD PROGRAM
THE PROGRAM OF CRYSTAL PALACE
