Watford put in a much improved performance away at Tottenham but were undone by a brief lapse in concentration and lost 1-0.

Here's how we rated their individual efforts.

 

Daniel Bachmann - 5

Made some good saves, but was ultimately at fault for the goal. Needed to take control of the situation and come and claim the ball.

 

Craig Cathcart - 5.5

Struggled a bit with Steven Bergwijn and made a silly challenge that resulted in the free kick for the goal. Unlucky to go off injured.

 

William Troost-Ekong - 6

Made some vital challenges, denied Harry Kane with an interception late on.

 

Francisco Sierralta - 6.5

Didn't do anything wrong on his return to the team and helped contain a very strong Spurs attack. Troost-Ekong benefits from his presence.

 

Adam Masina - 5

Another game where he struggled. Maybe needs a bit more time to adapt to the division.

 

Peter Etebo - 6

A better performance than at Brighton. Made some great interceptions and helped keep the defence compact. 

 

Juraj Kucka - 6.5

Ran out of steam a bit towards the end of the game, but for the most part was solid and showed why he will be so important this season.

 

Moussa Sissoko - 6

A positive debut, especially after joining just two days before. Could be very significant as the Hornets look for survival.

 

Ismaila Sarr - 7

Caused a lot of problems but just couldn't find a way through.

 

Emmanuel Dennis - 6.5

Like Sarr, looked threatening, but lacked a bit of patience and finesse in front of goal.

 

Joshua King - 6

A thankless task playing as a lone striker in a counter attacking match, but worked hard throughout.

 

SUBS

Jeremy Ngakia - 6.5

Got forward and helped with the attack while also defending valiantly.

 

Cucho Hernandez - 5.5

Spurs kept him out of the game effectively after his arrival, but still looked like he could, and will, cause issues this season.

 

Tom Cleverley - 6

Added a bit extra in midfield but couldn't change the flow of the match.