Back-to-back defeats have seen United’s lead over third-placed Middlesbrough slashed to four points, although United do have a better goal difference and also a game in hand.
But Saturday’s clash against Slaven Bilic’s side has certainly gained extra importance, with United reporting a clean bill of health ahead of the clash. So we tasked our man to step into Paul Heckingbottom's shoes and select the side he would send out to face Watford – here’s what he came up with...
1. Wes Foderingham
Made a fine early save at Millwall but was left badly exposed by his defence for the home side’s three goals. Has more than deserved to keep his place this season despite Adam Davies snapping at his heels Photo: Lexy IIsley
2. Jayden Bogle
Not quite at his best in the last couple of games but with Baldock still out, he will keep the shirt Photo: Simon Bellis
3. Anel Ahmedhodžić
I advocated Chris Basham’s return at Millwall but after a week on the training ground with boss Paul Heckingbottom, working on what the boss wants him to do better, I think he’ll get the chance to put it onto action Photo: Simon Bellis
4. John Egan
The United skipper has attracted some criticism in recent weeks but has proved his class time and time again in a United shirt and will do so again Photo: Paul Terry