Watford players rated after 5-2 win over Everton

Watford beat Everton 5-2 at Goodison Park. Picture: Action Images
Watford beat Everton 5-2 at Goodison Park. Picture: Action Images
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Watford twice came from behind to beat Everton 5-2 and in doing so picked up their first ever win at Goodison Park.

Here's how we rated their individual performances.

Ben Foster - 7

Didn't cover himself in glory for the second goal but didn't do much else wrong.

 

Adam Masina - 7.5

A much better performance, particularly after last week. Proved he is capable of better.

 

Craig Cathcart - 7

Left attackers free on a few occasions, but overall didn't have a bad game.

 

William Troost-Ekong - 7

Ought to have done better with the first goal. Was a leader at the back and stepped up afterwards.

 

Jeremy Ngakia - 7.5

A really positive display from someone who could have a bright future.

 

Juraj Kucka - 8

Took his goal really well and could have even scored more. A much improved display.

 

Moussa Sissoko - 7.5

Battled well and frustrated Everton in the centre.

 

Ozan Tufan - 6

Showed glimpses of what he can do, but the team looked more positive after he'd been substituted.

 

Ismaila Sarr - 6

The weaker of the three attacking players for once. Some uncharacteristically poor decision making, but still caused plenty of problems.

 

Cucho Hernandez - 8

Will likely be something of an unsung hero from this game. Worked so hard throughout and looked really threatening every time he went forward.

 

Joshua King - 10

A much-deserved hat-trick for the striker, who has looked really sharp throughout the season. Will do him the world of good to get back on the scoresheet.

 

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Joao Pedro - 7.5

Made a real difference to Watford's attack. Surely on the brink of starting a game. 

 

Emmanuel Dennis - 7.5

Took his goal well and was a nuisance after coming on. 

 

Nicolas Nkoulou - N/A

Arrived too late to make a difference. 

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