November 7, 2024
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Watford have many defence options despite Ogbonna injury

The consistently impressive form of Mattie Pollock is evidence of what can happen when a head coach shows faith in a player.

The big defender has already played more minutes this season than he did in the whole of the 23/24 campaign, during which he came very close to leaving Watford.

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Now he’s one of the first names on the teamsheet and has been a stand-out performer.

“Mattie has been really consistent and is a big leader among the group,” said Tom Cleverley.

“Like I’ve said before, age doesn’t really mean much when you have leadership qualities like he does.

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“I’ve been really pleased with his consistent performances, and he has really improved his on-the-ball qualities.

“We all know how much he likes defending, and the art of defending, but on the ball he has really been composed.

“It’s amazing what a bit of belief from your manager does.

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“He is one of many that I like to think we’ve improved and we will continue to put a lot of work into all the squad to make sure they all improve.”

With Angelo Ogbonna ruled out for some time with a hamstring injury, the return of Francisco Sierralta has been very timely and the Hornets have another defensive option waiting in the wings in the shape of Kevin Keben.

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