Swansea manager Paulo Sousa hailed his side after they bounced back from a costly defeat at the weekend to take three points at Watford.

Derby midfielder Michael Tonge recovered from illness to leave Watford sweating on their Championship future after another away defeat.

Chris Hughton was delighted with the efficient manner of Championship leaders Newcastle's 2-1 win over Watford at Vicarage Road on Saturday.

Watford boss Malky Mackay was furious with referee David Webb after seeing his side denied a first away win in 10 games by a last-gasp penalty.

Watford will be without Heidar Helguson when they make the short trip to west London to face QPR in the Championship on Tuesday night (8pm).

Malky Mackay has urged Watford to continue their strong form at home after overseeing a 2-0 win over fellow promotion hopefuls Bristol City.

Barnsley boss Mark Robins was disappointed by Ryan Shotton as his late red card marred the Tykes' 1-0 win over Watford at Oakwell on Saturday.

Malky Mackay thanked Watford's board for keeping hold of goalkeeper Scott Loach after the Hornets claimed a 3-0 home win over Sheffield United.

Will Buckley and Stephen McGinn could both make their Watford debuts in Saturday's Championship clash with Swansea at Vicarage Road.

Blackpool assistant manager Steve Thompson paid tribute to his side's never-say-die attitude after their astonishing comeback against Watford.

Doncaster boss Sean O'Driscoll said he was glad to see off a "difficult week" with his fifth win in six games in the 2-1 toppling of Watford.