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RIVALS SHARE REASONS FOR CHEER

Match Ver dict
WATFORD and Bournemouth were promoted to the Premier League together in 2014-15 and made the return trip in each other’s company this summer.
With the prospect of parachute payments disappearing for sides relegated from the Premier League, they have an advantage which may not be afforded to their counterparts in future seasons. On the evidence of a compelling draw, both have reasons to be hopeful they will be able to make those payments count. Watford have adapted quickly to new manager Vladimir Ivic and used the width of the pitch to cause problems. They have Tro...

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