Woes forgotten against Saints

at least we showed some character after the break.”

Jermaine Defoe was Bournemouth’s hero after his 92nd-minute equaliser against Watford helped his side distance themselves from the drop.

Kiko Femenia opened the scoring for Watford after just 13 minutes.

Josh King equalised just before the break from the penalty spot after Jose Holebas’ silly handball.

Roberto Pereyra then restored Watford’s lead after 47 minutes before Defoe’s late heroics.

Cherries boss Eddie Howe was delighted with Defoe and said: “He’s not just an impact sub, he’s a massive part for us.”

Hornets boss Javi Garcia said: “I am still proud of my players’ performance.”

Ten men Leicester moved to within five points of Arsenal after a 2-0 away win over Brighton. A game of few chances blew wide open after Glenn Murray missed a penalty before Vincente Iborra opened the scoring after 83 minutes.

Wilfred Ndidi was then sent off but Jamie Vardy continued his hot-streak to secure the win.

Foxes gaffer Claude Puel said: “I wasn’t happy with the first half.”

Albion boss Chris Hughton said: “It’s hard to take, I don’t think we deserved to lose.”

Rafa Benitez believes his side’s composure was the key as Newcastle beat Huddersfield 1-0.

Ayoze Perez netted late to help the Toon ease relegation fears.

Benitez said: “We needed to stay calm, that was key.”

Terriers boss David Wagner said: “I’m still confident we will survive.”