Mariappa (left) and Martin Taylor were amongst the goals on Saturday

Watford defender Adrian Mariappa believes Saturday's 6-1 humbling of Millwall sums up his side's new-found confidence on their travels.

The defender, 23, was on the score sheet as the Hornets continue to put last season's away form behind them.

He told BBC Three Counties Radio: "The experiences we had last year on the road, we had to learn from it and that's what we've done.

"We're confident going away, even to intimidating places and big grounds."

Malky Mackay's men picked up just 18 of their 54 Championship points away from Vicarage Road last term, a stark contrast to the current campaign which has already seen them win three on the road.

"We've taken what we weren't so good at last year on the road and worked on it and it's coming together this season," Mariappa added.

"I don't think anyone expects to come to Millwall scoring six goals but we performed really well and it's tremendous for the lads."

606: DEBATE It is also interesting to notice the team spirit, especially after Mariappa scored when the whole team celebrated together emiatss

Mariappa's 54th minute header was his third strike for the club that brought him through its youth academy.

His joy was plain to see as he sprinted from one end of The Den to the other to celebrate with the Hornet fans.

"It's been coming all season, I've missed a couple of sitters, I was delighted to get on the score sheet," he continued.

"Whoever scores the goals the team is all around them and are supportive but I'm delighted for myself.

"I don't know about my celebration, I just sprinted the full-length of the pitch to get down with the fans.

"I was knackered but my adrenaline was all over the place then."

Watford will be looking for their first home league win of the season when they host Middlesbrough on Saturday.

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