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Daryl Janmaat reveals Elton John’s celebrations with Watford team after Tottenham win

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WATFORD star Daryl Janmaat has opened up about Elton John's celebrations after Watford's win over Tottenham.

The Dutch star, 29, has revealed the music icon came to the dressing room to congratulate the team having earlier wished Javi Gracia luck.

 Daryl Janmaat has revealed what Elton John got up to after Watford's win
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Daryl Janmaat has revealed what Elton John got up to after Watford's winCredit: Reuters
 Elton John celebrated after the game as Watford beat Tottenham 2-1
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Elton John celebrated after the game as Watford beat Tottenham 2-1

John was spotted with his kids at Vicarage Road for the 2-1 comeback win - as the Hornets maintained their 100 per cent start to the season.

Speaking after the victory, Janmaat said: "Four games, four wins. It can not be better.

"We are only at the beginning of the season and, of course, Watford are not better than Liverpool, Chelsea and the other top clubs.

"But you see what you can accomplish with a lot of fight.

 Elton John looked thrilled as the Hornets came from behind to win
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Elton John looked thrilled as the Hornets came from behind to win
 Watford beat Tottenham 2-1 to maintain their 100 per cent start to the season
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Watford beat Tottenham 2-1 to maintain their 100 per cent start to the seasonCredit: Reuters

"[Elton John] comes to the locker room every once in a while – on Sunday as well.

"He gave the coach [Javi Gracia] a hand, and he wished us luck.

"Elton John is a great man, he is really treated like a hero in England.

"He gets so much respect from everyone."

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 Watford have picked up 12 points from 12 after an incredible start
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Watford have picked up 12 points from 12 after an incredible startCredit: Reuters

Meanwhile, John himself revealed his joy at the win, taking to Instagram to say: "Life doesn’t get any better than this...

"A wonderful comeback at yesterday’s match against a top team.

"I love you @watfordfcofficial and I’m so proud of you."

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