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Watford Manager Calls for Top Referees in Key Championship Games

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Watford manager Tom Cleverley believes that experienced referees should officiate important Championship matches, following a controversial decision that could impact Leeds United. Despite only seven minutes of extra time being added, Southampton scored a goal in the 99th minute, resulting in a 3-2 loss for Watford. This victory puts Southampton in a position to potentially catch up with Leeds in third place, as well as close the gap on Leicester City and Ipswich Town. Cleverley acknowledges that the outcome has little effect on Watford's season, but emphasizes the potential consequences for other teams involved.

Watford manager Tom Cleverley feels 'top referees' should be in charge of key Championship games at this stage of the season after hitting out at a decision which could potentially cost Leeds United .

Watford had fought back from two goals down to square the match at 2-2 before Flynn Downes scored a dramatic late winner for Southampton. The goal stood despite appeals for handball and the fact it happened two minutes over the allotted added time infuriated Cleverley, who also felt Sekou Mara could have been sent off earlier in the game for the hosts.

"I will never, ever have a go for genuine mistakes. I'm disappointed the corner was taken. I am struggling to see how we've led to that after the 98th minute. The whole thing should never happen and I think this is where you need someone strong for sure in the game."

Watford Manager Tom Cleverley Referees Championship Leeds United Southampton Decision Victory Third Place Leicester City Ipswich Town

 

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