Xisco Munoz praises Watford as they hold off Aston Villa fightback to edge win

Crystal Palace v Watford – Pre Season Friendly – Selhurst Park
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Watford manager Xisco Munoz hailed his side’s performance as they held off a late Aston Villa challenge to kickstart their Premier League return with a 3-2 victory.

Club-record signing Ismaila Sarr had already set up Emmanuel Dennis’ first club goal for Watford’s opener before he found the net himself for their second.

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