Former Watford forward Odion Ighalo has wished the club the best in today’s Emirates FA Cup final against Manchester City at the Wembley Stadium, Completesports.com reports.
This is Watford’s first FA Cup final appearance since 1984, when they lost 2-0 to Everton.
The Hornets face an uphill task against Manchester City who are looking to win an unprecedented domestic treble.
Ighalo who currently plays for Chinese Super League outfit, Shangai Shenhua took to the social media to express his support for Watford ahead of the game.
FA Cup final today.Big game for @WatfordFC I’m excited and nervous at the same time but whatever the outcome of the game today,you lads have done well and deserve everything.GOOD LUCK guys🐝🐝🐝🙏,”Ighalo tweeted on Saturday morning.
Ighalo’s international teammate, Isaac Success is expected to play a part for Watford in the game.
Ighalo scored 36 goals in 100 league appearances during his three- year stint
with Watford.
He left the club for Chinese outfit Changchun Yatai in January 2017. He ranked second in the scoring charts in his second season with 21 goals , but his team suffered relegation.
By Adeboye Amosu
