Luton suffered yet more derby day disappointment on Sunday as they were beaten 2-0 by Watford at Vicarage Road.
The Hatters conceded twice in the opening 25 minutes as although it was better display in the second half from Matt Bloomfield's side, their Championship status took yet another severe blow with defeat. To find out how the Town players rated during the afternoon, see below.
5. Izzy Jones (STAR MAN): 7.5
The only real bright spark for Luton on yet another tough derby day in Hertfordshire. Went on some terrific runs, particularly in the first period from inside his own half, as he got all the way into the Watford box, before going to ground far too easily, his penalty appeals waved away. Had Town’s best chance early in the second period, volleying wide when he had to hit the target at least. Did keep on trying to find a way back into the game for the visitors though, his pace always a real threat, but unfortunately the final ball was just lacking. Might have had a consolation in stoppage time, only to see his close range volley saved by Selvik. Photo: David Horn
6. Marvelous Namkaba: 5
Couldn’t provide the kind of screen that Town’s makeshift back three was desperate for in the first period as Watford comfortably won the midfield battle to ensure Luton remained on the back foot for large swathes of the game. Didn’t reappear for the second half due to what Hatters boss Bloomfield stated afterwards was a tight calf. Photo: Warren Little
7. Liam Walsh: 5.5
Wasn’t able to have the kind of influence that he would have wanted in the first period as Watford were able to swamp him and constantly take the ball off him when he looked to make things happen in the opposition half. Seems to be combining with Doughty for every set-piece now, but they came to precious little throughout the contest, either cleared away or gathered by Selvik, also having a crack himself that was blocked. When Luton had more of the ball after the interval, he couldn't break the Hornets' defence down, although did pick out Jones for his late opportunity. Photo: David Horn
8. Thelo Aasgaard: 5.5
Appeared to be building into his first derby experience quite nicely early on as Town had some good territory and possession in the opening 10 minutes, before being hit by the quickfire Watford double strike that ended any realistic chance of them getting anything from the contest. Saw the ball less and less as the first period went on, as although enjoyed more possession after the break, with a high passing success completion rate, the Hornets were never really troubled on their way to a simple clean sheet. Photo: David Horn