In - form Watford striker Odion Ighalo netted his second brace of this season as the Hornets grinded out a victory, with a score of 2 - 1, against Brentford on Tuesday night.

After a goalless first half, the home team took the lead in the 53rd minute through Andre Gray .

Ex Flying Eagle Odion Ighalo restored parity for Watford 15 minutes after his side conceded, before scoring the game - winner one minute into stoppage time.

The Championship PFA Fans Player of the Month winner for January has averaged 1.6 goals per game in his last seven matches in the division.

In the race for automatic promotion, Watford trail log leaders Middlesbrough by six points.