From The Rookery End (watford Fc)

An eventful week in the world of Watford was ended with another point on the road and another clean sheet, although the game at Deepdale was arguably less interesting than off-field developments…Mike and Jon got together shortly after the final whistle to discuss the Preston stalemate, with praise for a clutch of Hornets, and persisting question marks over others.In discussing the squad situation, the boys try to get their heads round the situation with transfers; attempting to find a bit of balance during what feels like a tumultuous time.This is life as a Watford fan. It’s never dull. This is From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Watford’s season four games old, Mike and Jon are joined by author, journalist and Hornets fan Lionel Birnie to take a look at the latest away performance, alongside a wider look at the state of Watford’s squad.Lionel reports back from a wet and rather sorry looking St Andrew’s, where Ray Manaj secured a deserved point for Rob Edwards’ men, before turning his attentions to the currwnt situation at WD18, with the help of a few decorating analogies on the way…It’s a slightly unsettling time to be a Watford fan, with the transfer window ajar and letting in a troubling draught, so kick back and relax as we try to make sense of it all.There’s never a dull moment. Let’s enjoy it as best we can. Come on you ‘Orns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Watford fans head back to St Andrews for an early season, Championship fixture, we thought we'd replay a documentary we made during the lockdown season about Watford's Play Off Semi Final win against Birmingham City, in 1999.We asked a bunch of Watford fans to share their memories of being a Watford fan before, during and after the historic penalty shoot out. It fascinating and wonderful to look back on the time and how fans got tickets and followed the game from a far.A huge thank you to Matt Rowson, Pete Fincham, Frances Lynn, Steve and Nick Catley for their contributions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Watford continued their decent start to the season with a hard earned win over Vincent Kompany’s Burnley; thanks in large part to another terrific performance from Austrian stopper Dan Bachmann.Mike, Jon, Jas and DCW convened in the balmy Friday night heat to discuss another absorbing night at the Vic, which saw Captain Tom score on his birthday, fan favourite Kamara see red, Yasser Asprilla make an eye-catching debut and most importantly, Watford claim the three points against a fellow promotion hopeful.It’s good to be back to winning ways. Come on you ‘Orns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Watford remain unbeaten after their first away game in this Championship campaign, but how?! Well, Jon, Mike and his brother Andy gathered at the final whistle to try and work out exactly that.It was a tough watch but a welcome point; sensational then slack from Sarr, interspersed with some brilliance from Bachmann and defiant defending, all combining to mean the Hornets escaped the Hawthorns with what has to be deemed a lucky point.As well as the West Brom debrief, Jon spoke to the incredible Ann Swanson at the recent Junior Hornets fun day, and another bona fide legend in the shape of Sir Nigel Gibbs, who was in attendance at the launch of the Vicarage Road centenary exhibition at Watford Museum.Two legends, a legendary goal and a point on the road. What’s not to love? This is From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After the first home win since November 2021, Jon, Mike and DCW gather to discuss the Hornets 1-0 win against the United team of Sheffield.The performance of our 'current' front threeWhere Rob might still have work to doLuther's response to being awarded Honoury Life President Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With less than a week to go before the start of the 2022/23 season, Jon, Mike and Jordi gathered to discuss the state of play of Watford ahead of the big kick off. Jordi gives us an eyewitness account of the hornets final preseason game, Mike has lots to says about Gino Pozzo's transfer dealings and Jon asks are we dreaming of or demanding promotion for Watford FC? Plus we discuss the captaincy, the new kits and shrewd Pozzo business.Season 13 of FTRE and season 100 at Vicarage Road is only days away. Here we go again…COME ON YOU ORNS See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

With a few weeks still to go until the all new Watford season kicks off, we thought it was time for another of our draft podcasts.Under the watchful eyes of Jon, Mike, Jason, Jordi and DCW compete under draft conditions to competitivly pick the best XI of players who made their debut for the mighty hornets during the first 10 years of the Pozzo Era. So Foster, Deeney, Cathacart and Cleverly are out but the huge eccletic list of players the Pozzo network have hunted down.There are some great players, who gave fans some memerable moments, and there are also some terrible ones, who you might have blocked from your memory..You can look at the list here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1QoapVcQRhP_NDV8uWIWVNMMi5DbNVL_iq16wyKfnRQI/edit?usp=sharing See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

After speaking to former Watford skipper Troy Deeney about his TV documentary earlier in the summer, we caught up with him again, with the focus firmly on football.In a typically open and honest chat, we discussed:What went wrong at Watford last yearTroy’s thoughts on Rob EdwardsBeing reunited with John EustaceWhat will happen when he scores against Watford, and much much more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The season may be over, but FTRE isn’t going anywhere! One of the big stories of recent weeks has been the appointment of new Head Coach Rob Edwards, and we were recently lucky enough to spend some time with him at Vicarage Road. In this very special podcast, you’ll get to hear exactly what he said. Mike, Jon and Jas chat to the new man about a host of topics including learning from Graham Taylor and Kenny Jackett, what his friends thought when he took the precarious job at WD18, his style of play and hopes and expectations for the new season.Rob (as you’ll hear him insist we call him!) is open and honest and we think the chat will make for a great listen. It’s a new era at Vicarage Road; this is your opportunity to hear directly form the man charged with making it a successful one. Welcome to Watford, Rob. Come on you ‘Orns! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

That’s that then. Watford’s catastrophic campaign is over - and we were there to see it.Hear what Mike and Jon made of the final day at Stamford Bridge, where Watford were at least able to conjure up a goal in yet another defeat.Don’t want to live reminded of the game? Well May we interest you in a few words from a familiar face? We’re joined by Troy Deeney to talk about his inspirational campaign to add BAME history to school curriculum, the focus of a brand new show on Channel 4. As always, Troy is well worth a listen.That was the Premier League. This is From the Rookery End. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the end of the season finally (finally!) hives into view, and with the new Head Coach signed, sealed and delivered, attentions are starting to turn to the Watford squad, and which of them will be staying or going.That’s the focus of this, the latest From the Rookery End podcast, in which The Athletic’s Adam Leventhal is joined by Mike and DCW to discuss what is sure to be a busy summer of ins and outs at Vicarage Road.The futures of big names such as Ismailia Sarr, Emmanuel Dennis and Imran Louza are all discussed, with your hosts also trying to identify what is needed if the Hornets are to have a successful season back in the Championship.We’re nearly there. Thanks for sticking with us. Come on you ‘Orns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's over. The worst season of home games in living memory. And Jon, Jason and Mike met outside Vicarage Road, after the 5-1 defeat to Leicester, to discuss the final nail in the coffin of a terrible season.And, after being introduced to the Watford fans, pre-match, FTRE talk with Jacqui Oatley about her feelings about Rob, George Elek, from Not The Top 20 podcasts, about what he achieved at Forest Green and Adam Leventhal, the Athletics Watford correspondent, tells about how the decision was made to finalise the appointment.Plus we discuss the Player of The Season and a farewell to Ben Foster.COME ON YOU ORNS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A point at home... How strange! In a match that will not go down in Premier League history, with two poor sides, Watford fans left Vicarage Road with a very strange positive vibe... but we're not really sure why.After the final whistle, Jon, Mike and Jason met outside the Hornet Shop to discuss the game, the players who were fit and healthy enough to get on the pitch and, of course, they had to discuss the appointment of Watford's new Head Coach - Rob Edwards. Two games to go in the PL and you never know we might get a win.COME ON YOU ORNS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So that's it. After the 1-0 defeat to Crystal Palace and confirmation that Watford will be playing the 2022-2023 season back in the Championship, FTRE look back on how we find ourselves in this position. It's been a long time coming and, after a short bit of reflecting on Saturday's defeat, the team discussed the 10 steps that got Watford relegated.Decisions get made for a whole host of reasons but which decisions do we feel are the ones that sent the mighty hornets down.It's not the end of the season yet, so let's get it out of our system and enjoy our final three games in England's top division.This is From The Rookery End... Come on You Orns Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s Thursday, and you know what that means. No, not that we’re a few days closer to the end of the season, no, not that we’re a few days away from being relegated by our old friends Palace… it’s Thursday, so it’s time for a brand new From the Rookery End podcast!This week Adam is joined by DCW and Mike to discuss what is shaping up to be an interesting shortlist of potential names for the soon to be vacant position of Head Coach at Vicarage Road. Your hosts discuss the pros and cons of a former Hornets hero taking over the hot seat, while also debating the attributes that any potential boss will need and should possess.There is also a fairly brutal assessment of Roy Hodgson’s time at WD18, as the team try to work out where his appointment ranks alongside other Pozzo choices.As always, there’s much to discuss. We hope you enjoy it. Stick with it. We’ll be there with you. Come on you ‘Orns Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With their 2-1 home loss to Burnley, Watford continued to break records for run of home defeats and Jon, Mike, Jas and Tom Wickes (Editor of Golden Pages Fanzine) gathered outside the Hornet Shop to basically console each other.As well as talking about the good (at times) but ultimately poor performance, they also discuss the future and purpose of fan representation. You'll hear a clip from Oh My Word, a podcast all about supporting Watford in the 90s. Their most recent episode had Pete Fincham on and he discussed the start of and current state of fans involvement with Watford FC.Plus they really depress themselves when pondering the possibility of Marco Silva, Bourenmouth and Luton swapping places with the Goldens.Only 4 games to go.... COME ON YOU ORNS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s Thursday, so it’s another From the Rookery End podcast, brought to you by The Athletic.This week Adam Leventhal is joined by Dave (back from the home end at the Etihad) and Mike (back from the home end at Sparta Prague) to discuss the key points of the Watford week, as the season inches ever closer to its conclusion.The chaps discuss Adam’s latest piece which takes a look at who might be in the frame for the Head Coach role at Vicarage Road, while also talking about two players that will almost certainly be following Roy Hodgson out of the WD18 exit.There’s also a look ahead to this weekend’s clash with Sean Dyche-less Burnley, with expert insight from The Athletic’s Burnley correspondent Andy Jones.This is From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Watford matches against Manchester City, especially those at the City of Manchester Stadium, have never been pretty affairs. And, with many horrible results hanging over our heads, most of the FTRE gang decided to stay away but we're following the match all afternoon. Jon and Colin went to Oxhey Beer Festival, Mike went even further - PRAGUE - but DCW made the journey and crazily sat in the Man City end.You know how the afternoon went, but let's hear how it went for the guys.5 games to go and we'll be there every step of the way.COME ON YOU ORNS!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Thursday morning and welcome to the latest midweek FTRE. We talk about the changes that seem to be planned at Watford - the manager/head coach and at Watford's Academy. Adam shares what he has learnt in his investigations and the trio discuss the possible impact and likelihood of them coming to fruition.Plus they put themselves through the misery of remembering the Hornets last visit to the Etihad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.