Leigh Bromby pleaded his innocence after the Hull defeat claiming the Hornets were denied a clear goal.

Dan Shittu headed home after just four minutes but Bromby was penalised by referee Kevin Friend for an alleged push on goalkeeper Boaz Myhill.

But the Watford centre-back said: "He said I pushed the goalkeeper but I was just going for the ball. I think it was a clear goal but these decisions are going against us."

Despite the disappointing scoreline the Hornets created plenty of opportunities and Bromby was encouraged by the performance of the side.

Bromby said: "We played some good stuff and had a lot of chances but we haven't had much luck. I think we surprised a few people with the way we played but we didn't get the rub of the green.

"They are a good side and put us under pressure on the break. But we put on a good performance and it's only half way. I think we can still do it."

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