Virus hampers Watford's stomach for fight against Palace


Soccer Football - Premier League - Huddersfield Town vs Watford - John Smith's Stadium, Huddersfield, Britain - April 14, 2018 Watford manager Javi Gracia before the match REUTERS/Scott Heppell

(Reuters) - Several Watford players have been struck down with a stomach virus ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash at home to Crystal Palace, manager Javi Gracia has said.

Watford have struggled in recent weeks, putting together a run of four defeats and a draw in their last five matches, and while they are still relatively comfortable in mid-table they will face a Palace side desperate for the points.

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