Ighalo’s goal not good enough to save Watford

Nifemi Daniel

Nigerian striker, Odion Ighalo, was on target Monday night but South Korea forward Son Heung-min hit a dramatic late winner for Tottenham to earn a 2-1 victory over 10-man Watford.

The goal represented Ighalo’s sixth successive goal in six league matches and 14th this season.

Son came off the substitutes’ bench to backheel Kieran Trippier’s cross home in the 89th minute at Vicarage Road.

Erik Lamela had pounced on a mistake to open the scoring before Ighalo scored for the sixth successive game to haul Watford level before half-time.

Tottenham looked set to be left frustrated despite having the numerical advantage for much of the second half.

Read also: Ighalo hails teammates, relishes goal against Chelsea

Nathan Ake had been red-carded for a high challenge on Lamela in the 63rd minute but instead of driving the visitors on, it was Watford who appeared to rise to the challenge.

But Son had other ideas as he netted to ensure Tottenham kept up their charge towards the top of the Premier League.

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