Player Ratings v Reading

Richard Lee

A much quieter afternoon after his exploits at the City of Manchester Stadium last Monday, however one second half flap nearly cost the side dear!

James Chambers

Enjoyed an excellent tussle with Reading's Stephen Hunt and invariably came out on top. Distributed the ball well when given the opportunity.

Jordan Stewart

Typically combative performance by the former Leicester City man, although his distribution let him down on several occasions.

Dan Shittu

Back to his powerful best, and gave an assured performance alongside Jay DeMerit.

Jay DeMerit

Captain for the day in place of the suspended Gavin Mahon. Did not put a foot wrong as the side kept a second consecutive clean sheet.

Damien Francis

Battled manfully in midfield against a worthy opponent in the Royals' Steven Sidwell. Showed glimpses of real class going forward in the second half, but needs to produce more regularly in that department if Watford are to get out of trouble.

Al Bangura

Impressive first Premiership start for the promising 18-year-old Sierra Leone born player. Almost capped man of the match display with a stunning goal.

Hameur Bouazza

Worked as hard as ever and had some joy down the left flank. Will have been disappointed with his looping left foot effort which flew wide of Marcus Hahnemann's upright early in the second half.

Darius Henderson

Worked tirelessly for the cause as usual without ever really looking like breaking his Premiership goal drought. Needs greater support and still a valuable member of the side.

Ashley Young

Although not at his brilliant best still looked the one Watford player most likely to break the deadlock, either with a clever piece of trickery or by scoring himself.

Tommy Smith

Struggled throughout and looked short of confidence, unsurprisingly withdrawn late on.

Chris Powell

Little time to make an impact although looked composed in the closing stages.