EPL 2016-17: Watford 3-1 Manchester United - 5 Talking Points

#2 Capoue continues with his good form

Capoue opened the scoring for United

While the likes of Odion Ighalo and Troy Deeney have been at the forefront of Watford’s resurgence in English football, it is the former Tottenham man Etienne Capoue, who is establishing himself as the most vital player in the squad.

The 28-year-old Frenchman made it 4 goals in 5 appearances with a well-taken effort in the first half to start the proceedings against Manchester United and capped it up with a brilliant performance in the middle of the park.

He is being afforded time and space to operate behind the opposition midfielders and has been relieved of certain defensive duties by a rock solid Behrami, which is definitely having a positive impact on his game. He made vital contributions on both ends of the pitch during the game against United, creating 1 goal scoring opportunity and finding the back of the net while also ensuring he does his fair share of defensive work with tackles, interceptions and clearances.

After a rather underwhelming 2 seasons at White Hart Lane, the Frenchman is keen to re-establish himself as one of the best French players in the world and if his performances for Watford is any indication, he should be in the contention for making a comeback with the French National team soon.