Sheffield Wednesday were denied a rare Championship victory right at the death at Vicarage Road on Tuesday night, drawing 1-1 with Watford.
Vivaldo Semedo squeezed home a 97th-minute leveller for the Hornets after it looked as though Charlie McNeill’s first half opener was going to secure the Owls a rare victory.
The former Manchester United youngster lashed the ball home in the first half, claiming his third goal in his last two games, and it looked as though it would see Wednesday earn a first win since September.
However, after seeing a second half leveller ruled out after Edo Kayembe had encroached the penalty area to turn home the rebound after Imran Louza’s penalty had smashed against the crossbar, Semedo broke Wednesday hearts right at the death, meaning the points were shared.
Here is how we rated the players at Vicarage Road:
1. Pierce Charles - 7
Called into action as early as the fourth minute to thwart Watford dangerman Giorgi Chakvetadze from inside the penalty area, denying him when he looked destined to score. Made another excellent save after the break, turning away Louza's deflected strike. He will probably be disappointed with the manner of the goal he conceded right at the death. | UGC
2. Yan Valery - 7
Started at right-wing back after a recent stint at right-sided centre-back. He cleared shot off the line minutes before sending in a teasing cross that was only partially cleared as far as McNeill to lash the ball home. | UGC
3. Dominic Iorfa - 6
Back in the starting XI and had a few iffy moments. He so nearly contributed to Wednesday securing a rare away win. | UGC
4. Liam Cooper - 7
Making back-to-back starts for the first time in Wednesday colours, the former Leeds United man showcased his experience in the opening stages, barking out orders to his teammates as the Owls weathered an early storm. Made a great block in the second half to thwart Luca Kjerrumgaard. | UGC