The striker played a withdrawn role but was ineffective and quickly removed by his manager
Watkins had a point to prove on Monday night, writes Joe Rindl, and the Villa forward celebrated his 29th birthday with a goal and an assist.
Crusaders boss Declan Caddell says that the 0-0 draw with Carrick was a "good point" for his side given the number of players out with injury.
"Grateful for what Chelsea did in my career, gave me my debut, but I'm playing for Ipswich now and I want to score and help my team get three points and help us stay up." Complete package but he's still finding himself and still learning and trying to become a top player so he's a good striker to play with.