Watford defender Adrian Mariappa says the players are happy playing for manager Javi Gracia.

Gracia was rewarded with a new four-and-a-half-year contract in November last year.

Mariappa said after Saturday's draw against Burnley: “He had a real tough job when he come in, we had so many injuries, but it shows you what a job he did.

"We had a good pre-season, we managed to start the season well and we're in this position now. Obviously we want to push on, all credit to the gaffer. He's a real top, top manager and I think the performances and the results speak for them self."