From The Rookery End (watford Fc)

It isn't over yet but Watford's season seems well and truly over after a 4-1 home defeat to Crystal Palace on Wednesday. But we don't discuss the game until part 2. The FTRE gang kick off the podcast with a sense of optimism pre-match and Adam plays us his interview with former Hornet Adrian Mariappa, who is now playing his football in Australia for Macarthur FC, just outside. In the second part of the podcast, after the defeat, Jon, Jas and Colin do their best to talk through the terrible 2nd half performance we saw unfold at Vicarage Road.This is From The Rookery End, it's not quite over yet so COME ON YOU ORNS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Roy Hodgson masterclass saw the Hornets record their first win since November, so it’s an understandably happy Jon, Mike and Jas that gathered to discuss events at Villa Park.The boys discuss the game and the individuals that contributed to what was a great team performance.They also talk about what it takes for fans to feel connected to a certain player or team.It’s been a while coming so sit back and enjoy. This is From the Rookery End! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you ready for another midweek FTRE? The FTRE gang are back to discuss the reaction he got from Roy Hodgson after his first home match, and defeat. They discuss if Roy set Watford up the right way and if he was right to be critical of his strikers.And as an extra special treat, you will hear from William Troost-Ekong, who Adam spoke to exclusively this week, about his work outside of football, coming of social media, that last minute tackle at Brentford and of course that duck away at Leicester.It's Thursday so here is yet another From The Rookery End. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was against the backdrop of an unwanted new record that Jon, Jas, Mike and Colin gathered to record this, the new edition of From the Rookery End.In losing 0-2 at home to Brighton, this Watford side became the first to lose six home games in a row in the top flight in Hornets history, and while the result may not have been too much of a surprise, the boys were shocked by the performance.There is a robust discussion about the tactics employed by Roy Hodgson, who after three games in charge is yet to see his team score, as the team try to assess just what went wrong at Vicarage Road. Again. The chaps also pay tribute to the magnificent Ann Swanson, who was honoured at half time with the official announcement that the family stand will from now on be named after her. A truly wonderful moment in the middle of an otherwise forgettable afternoon.Despite the result and despite what it almost certainly means, the podcast is a goodun’ so get it downloaded, get it listened to and let’s get on to Villa.Come on you ‘O

The boys discuss the away day experience at West Ham, the Hornets’ performance and have a crack at predicting the results for the rest of the season.There’s also a chat about how fans' frustrations manifest themselves, including how Adam deals with interactions with passionate Watford fans online.It’s a tough time, and it’s looking like a big task to rescue the season, but it’s not over yet. This is From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At the third time of asking, Watford got to play Burnley at Turf Moor, this season. It was wet, windy but Jon, Mike and Jason gathered at Mike's warm house for an evening where Watford achieved a 0-0 draw, yes a clean sheet, and a performance that didn't blow our minds but showed some signs of improvement.No one is getting carried away, well apart from about retro and classic football shirts, but the season isn't over yet.This is From The Rookery End... COME ON YOU ORNS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All Watford fans want is a game of football to see what Roy Hodgson has in store for us as fans and for the squad of players he has at his disposal. Jon, Mike and Colin gathered on Saturday to discuss their new found impressions of Roy Hodgson after his interview on the club's website. If Roy is to play his iconic 4-4-2 then who will line up? Jason share his thoughts on team selection. Plus DCW reminisces about the 2002-2003 season and discusses the role Ray Lewington played in turning a ragtag bunch of players into a team and the role he played off the pitch when the club was under incredible financial strain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After the misery of the Friday night defeat against Norwich, Adam, DCW and Mike are back with a positive midweek podcast discussing the appointment of Roy Hodson as Watford Manager.They discuss their reaction to his first training session, well the clips we saw on social media, how he is likely to settle in with the players and his ethos which, hopefully, will get Watford on course for staying in the Premier League come the end of the season.Plus they reminisce about the return of Ray Lewington as assistant manager and how the squad will be finalised in the coming days as the transfer window closes and Watford sign Samuael Kalu.COME ON YOU ORNS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Watford endured a night to forget in their home fixture with Norwich, capitulating completely to gift the hosts a 0-3 win. The morning after the night before, Mike, Jason and Jon gathered to discuss the game, but perhaps more importantly, the multiple factors that are combining to deliver such a disappointing situation.Is it the players? The owners? The Head Coach? The boys run the rule over all three.It’s a tough time to be a Hornet, so we think this is an important time to have what is an important conversation.Come on you ‘Orns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the midweek FTRE, Adam, DCW and Mike discuss and hear all about the benefits of missing the Burnley game and reflect on the performances a few days after the Newcastle draw.Of course, with it still being the month of January, on the agenda is the latest goings on in Watford's recruitment, with Adam updating on the next signing likely to come through the doors very soon, one Samual Kalu.And they preview Friday night's match at home to Norwich and hear from Michael Bailey, Norwich correspondent for the Athletic, on how the Canaries are looking ahead of the important fixture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Watford earnt a second draw of the season against Newcastle, this time it was up at their place and Watford had some new friends to help them snatch a draw. Jon, Jason and Colin gathered to talk through the dull first half, disappointment at conceding but the reaction and fight that saw Joao Pedro leap to score the equaliser.Of course they look at the performances of the three new debutants but also the performances of one E, Dennis, B Foster and J Kucka.A draw isn't what we hoped for but it's certainly better than another loss.This is From The Rookery End.... COME ON YOU ORNS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Watford suffered their 7th defeat in a row and conceded 4 at the King Power for the second time this season, as they lost in the FA Cup 3rd Round.Jon, Mike, Jason and Colin convened at the final whistle to discuss the latest defeat, which featured a much changed side with familiar fragilities.There is praise for James Morris, but there was precious little else for the team to enthuse about, with question marks over the defence (!) and concerns over the way Claudio Ranieri is setting up the side.Despite crashing out, the boys also take the opportunity to look back on some memorable cup moments, before looking forward to what is a monumentally big week for the Hornets.Let’s do this. Come on you ‘Orns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As a new year dawns, an old friend returns - it’s the January transfer window! The Athletic’s Watford correspondent Adam Leventhal is joined by Mike and DCW to discuss the potential comings (and maybe goings) at Vicarage Road, and their potential impact on the squad.The chaps look ahead to Leicester as they try to work out the best course of action a week out from a massive game at Newcastle, while there is also all the fallout from the high profile incidents with Nigeria and Senegal following the controversial cases of Emmanuel Dennis and Ismaila Sarr and their presence (or lack of it) at the 2022 AFCON.It’s another busy one. It’s another From the Rookery End. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A New Year is upon us and Ranieri and his players seem to have made a resolution - to focus on defence. After soaking up a lot of attack for 90 minutes a late goal meant Spurs stole the points but Jon, DCW and Jason stood outside discussing the frustrating loss and considering what was within our grasp.Of course they discuss the crucial incidents in the match alongside the recent Emmanuel Dennis inclusion then the removal from the Nigerian squad for the AFCON. It maybe a new year but it's the same old From The Rookery EndCOME ON YOU ORNS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There was to be no late Christmas present for Watford fans, as the Hornets were thrashed at home by West Ham United, so it was a somewhat subdued trio of Jason, Mike and Jon that gathered to survey the wreckage of another dispiriting defeat.The team talk through the game, before looking ahead to what might happen in January, with insight on that front provided by The Athletic’s Watford correspondent Adam Leventhal.It’s a tough time being a Watford fan at the moment, but we’re in it together. This is From the Rookery End. You ‘Orns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Mike, Jon and Jas for a pre-Christmas chinwag, as they identify 21 notable moments from Watford FC’s 2021.You can also hear Colin’s audio diary from his trip to Turf Moor, while we also drop by Hornets HQ to hear what Christmas Day for the Watford squad might sound like.No football? No problem! This is From the Rookery End. Merry Christmas and Come on you ‘Orns! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike, Adam and DCW in the midst of a challenging week following the late postponement of the Burnley game and Saturday's fixture v Palace surrounded by uncertainty.Adam has details on how the situation unfolded behind-the-scenes on Wednesday and we try to focus on the bigger picture as football, and football supporters, face a variety of concerns with the backdrop of the rapidly changing COVID situation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was an evening to forget in West London for Watford fans as the Hornets threw away a lead to hand three points to the Bees. As always, talking helps, so join us as we get another tough one out of our systems!Jon, Mike and Colin were all at the Brentford Community Stadium and they gathered the next morning to revisit the game, trying to pinpoint exactly went wrong for Ranieri’s men.Was it the substitutions? Poor individual performances? Simple errors or just the occasion getting to them? Give it a listen and let us know where you think the golden boys got it wrong.It’s another tough one, but win, lose or draw, this is From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your regular Thursday installment of From the Rookery End is ready for your listening pleasure. Adam DCW and Mike discuss their feelings as they head into an important run of games.The team talk about what might happen when the January transfer window opens and also discuss the subject of Adam’s recent article for The Athletic - Jõao Pedro.You will also hear from Jay Harris, The Athletic’s Brentford correspondent, as the Hornets head to the home of the Bees.It’s Thursday. It’s another From the Rookery End. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s the end of a week that has seen Watford perform creditably against some of the best players in the game, and in the latest episode of From the Rookery End, Jon, Jason and Mike gather to discuss the latest attempt to not get humiliated by Manchester City.The boys talk about the quality the Hornets had to face, the defensive issues that continue to blight encouraging performances and look ahead to what is a crucial run of Premier League fixtures for Claudio Ranieri and his exciting team.Does the season start here? We’ll soon find out, and we’ll be with you every step of the way. This is From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.