Watford head coach Gianfranco Zola says he is not surprised the promotion race has come down to the last day and has encouraged supporters to appreciate what a great season it has been for the Hornets.

Zola's side can edge Hull City out of second place if they better their result tomorrow, which would seal the last automatic promotion spot to the Premier League.

"Promotion would be a fantastic thing for all of us," Zola said. "We have been working hard and we are passionate about it. It would be an amazing achievement.

"I think it will be a fantastic day anyway for us because if you’d told me at the start of the season we would be in the position we are in and we would be playing for what we are playing for I would think it is amazing.

“So everyone has to appreciate that and everyone has to enjoy that moment."

The Italian predicted weeks ago that the race for the top two would go down to the wire and he said it was typical of an incredible season in the Championship.

"It’s typical that it should come down to the last game because that’s been the story of this season," he said.

"It’s been a rollercoaster ride throughout the year and I’m not surprised it has come down to the last game.

“I did say nearly two months ago the season would not be decided until the last game and what really sticks out is how there is not just uncertainty around promotion and the playoffs but for the relegation battle as well. It’s quite incredible."

Watford's rivals for the second promotion place Hull City have struggled of late, failing to record a victory or score a single goal in their last three matches.

Despite the tension between the two sides though, Zola paid tribute to the Tigers and their manager Steve Bruce.

"I have complete respect for Steve," he said. "We are in a position where we are in contention for something very important for both us.

"But my respect for the man and the manager is total and I really do wish him all the best."

Zola has been in many high-pressure situations as a player having played in World Cups, UEFA Cup finals and FA Cup finals but the Italian thinks the pressure is probably harder to handle when you're on the sideline.

“It’s a good question - as a player it is certainly easier to release your stress," he joked.

"But it’s not about what I’m doing, I trust my players a lot and I know they can do a good job for me."