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Gerard Deulofeu inspires Watford to thrilling FA Cup comeback against Wolves

Relive all the action from Wembley

Callum Rice-Coates
Sunday 07 April 2019 17:54 BST
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FA Cup semi-final preview: Watford v Wolves

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Gerard Deulofeu inspired Watford to only their second FA Cup final as the super sub's magical brace sealed an extraordinary 3-2 comeback win against Wolves in a semi-final that will live long in the memory.

A rocking Wembley witnessed stunning goals, controversy and no little fight as these sides played out an incredible match that was heading only one way after goals from Matt Doherty and Raul Jimenez.

But Wolves' dreams of a first FA Cup final appearance since 1960 was scotched in the most remarkable fashion as Javi Gracia's decision to bring on Deulofeu paid off in style.

The substitute's exceptional clipped goal was the catalyst for a staggering finale as Watford captain Troy Deeney levelled with a stoppage-time penalty.

Wolves were reeling and Deulofeu secured his place in club folklore by racing through in the first half of extra-time to coolly direct a finish home and seal a win that left fans rubbing their eyes in disbelief.

Relive all of the action below.


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Half time: Wolves survive some late Watford pressure to go into the break 1-0 up. Doherty's goal is all that separates the sides after a tight, nervy opening 45 minutes. Watford have had chances, but it's Wolves who have the edge at the halfway point.

Callum Rice-Coates7 April 2019 16:49

Watford get us going again.

Callum Rice-Coates7 April 2019 17:05

Watford 0-1 Wolves

48 minutes

Jimenez latches onto a long ball over the top and hits his shot early, bringing a save from Gomes. 

Callum Rice-Coates7 April 2019 17:08

Watford 0-1 Wolves

51 minutes

Jimenez goes close again, stretching at the back post to reach a Jota cross. Wolves have looked dangerous on the break early in the second half, and they're typically compact and disciplined off the ball.

Callum Rice-Coates7 April 2019 17:11

Watford 0-1 Wolves

54 minutes

The final ball is lacking for Watford at the moment. Deeney does well to hold the ball up again and then looks to feed Gray. But his pass is slightly overhit and he turns away in frustration.

Callum Rice-Coates7 April 2019 17:13

Watford 0-1 Wolves

54 minutes

Jota is causing all sorts of problems for Watford's defenders. Cathcart is forced to bring him down on the edge of his own box, and picks up a yellow card.

Callum Rice-Coates7 April 2019 17:14

Watford 0-1 Wolves

55 minutes

Neves goes for goal from the free kick, looking to pick out the far corner from a tight angle. He nearly pulls it off, too, guiding his shot just wide.

Callum Rice-Coates7 April 2019 17:15

Watford 0-1 Wolves

57 minutes

Watford win a free kick, which is driven deep into the Wolves box. Deeney escapes his marker and wins the header, but he's off balance and can't hit the target.

Callum Rice-Coates7 April 2019 17:17

Watford 0-1 Wolves

60 minutes

Neves tries his luck from distance again but gets it wrong this time. It's Wolves who look the most likely to score next.

Callum Rice-Coates7 April 2019 17:20

Watford 0-1 Wolves

61 minutes

Wolves defend a couple of dangerous crosses into the box and then break through Jota, who again does well to beat his man and win a free kick. Holebas is booked for the foul.

Callum Rice-Coates7 April 2019 17:21

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