The Italian shot-stopper was an immovable wall in the Watford goal, producing several crucial saves throughout the game to help drag the Hornets over the line.

Ravaglia has been a key player for Watford all season, and his saves on Saturday kept the Hornets in the game, offering stability at the back as they looked to hit on the break.

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Speaking after the game, Dionisi joked that he is fortunate to have his compatriot on his side rather than the opposition's.

"It’s better that he plays for us at Watford!” he laughed.

Dionisi continued to laud the 26-year-old, but insisted that his entire team were worthy of strong praise, not just Ravaglia.

“Probably, yes [it was Ravaglia's best performance of the season]," he agreed, "But, for me, it’s not easy to speak about just one player. Today, it’s very difficult to find one best player.

“Yes, Federico played well today, but Payero worked with the team for 20 minutes this week because he had a fever.

“He worked with the team yesterday on set-pieces, and played as number six for probably the first time in his life!

“But every player [was good] today. Kayembe was fantastic because he plays 100 minutes in every match.

“For me, it’s impossible to find one best player; for me, all the players today are our best players.”