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Javi Gracia: Watford can beat Wolves again

Watford head coach Javi Gracia has suggested that his Watford side can beat Wolves at Wembley on Sunday, like they did at Molineux earlier in the season when they ran out 2-0 winners.

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Watford head coach Javi Gracia (PA)

The Spaniard hinted it would be a different game in the capital this weekend, with Wolves changing their shape, as well as some personnel since the Hornets visited Molineux in October.

"Wolves were playing with other players then. They've changed their shape too." he said.

"We won that one time and we can do it again."

Watford, who lie just one point and one place behind Wolves in the Premier League, have received widespread recognition for their performances this season, very much like Wolves.

Gracia was quick to praise both teams and the progress they have made this campaign.

"Both teams are playing well, getting points and in good positions."

"One have come from the Championship, one from the lower regions of the Premier League and now we are enjoying a good season.

"I think it's been a good season for both teams with the best moment being the semi-final to show what we are able to do.

"Good squads, good teams and I think it will be a good game."

Wolves will be wearing their change white strip at Wembley, a kit they have failed to win in this season.

Unsurprisingly, Watford boss Gracia was quick to dismiss any significance this would play on Sunday, instead alluding to Wolves' qualities and success this season.

"I didn't know that. What I do know is that we will be playing a very good squad and good team, they are playing very well getting good results."

"I'm sure they will be full of confidence like us."