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Premier League: William Troost-Ekong honoured to captain Watford against Wolves

By Editor
13 September 2021   |   2:49 pm
William Troost-Ekong says it was an honour to lead out his Watford teammates in last weekend’s Premier League encounter against Wolverhampton Wanderers. The Nigeria international and Super Eagles vice-captain, who only joined the Hornets from Serie A club Udinese last summer, was handed the armband in his side’s 2-0 defeat at Vicarage Road. Despite the…

William Troost-Ekong of Watford FC makes a pass whilst under pressure from Joao Moutinho of Wolverhampton Wanderers during the Premier League match between Watford and Wolves at Vicarage Road on September 11, 2021 in Watford, England. Photo by AFP

William Troost-Ekong says it was an honour to lead out his Watford teammates in last weekend’s Premier League encounter against Wolverhampton Wanderers.

The Nigeria international and Super Eagles vice-captain, who only joined the Hornets from Serie A club Udinese last summer, was handed the armband in his side’s 2-0 defeat at Vicarage Road.

Despite the disappointing the result, Troost-Ekong took to social media to show his appreciation.

“Absolute honour to lead the boys out for the first time over the weekend. Will always do my best for the team,” he posted on Twitter.

Watford, who only returned to the Premier League after gaining promotion from the English second-tier at the end of last season, have won just one of their four Premier League games so far this season.

Coached by Xisco Munoz, the London-based club will return to action on September 18 with an away game against Norwich City at Carrow Road.

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