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Irankunda Scores First Watford Goal With 25-Yard Free Kick in 1-1 Draw at Swansea

Watford withdrew the 19-year-old before the hour as a precaution for a suspected hamstring knock.

Overview

  • The set piece came in the 35th minute after Irankunda won the foul and convinced captain Moussa Sissoko to let him take it.
  • Usual free-kick taker Imran Louza was unavailable through injury, opening the door for the teenager at the dead ball.
  • Swansea substitute Zan Vipotnik equalised with an 82nd-minute header to secure the draw.
  • Irankunda joined Watford from Bayern Munich on a reported five-year deal and has made an immediate impression in the Championship.
  • The winger says the move has helped him feel like himself again, describing renewed confidence and enjoyment in training and matches.