From The Rookery End (watford Fc)

After the second defeat in 4 days, Lionel Birnie joins the podcast to discuss the performance away at Blackpool, which led to a 3-1 defeat against the Tangerines.And, without the burden of the results on their mind, Jon and Mike discuss the state of our relationship wiith club owner, Gino Pozzo. Where did it turn sour - the merry go round of the Head Cocahes, his transfers vision and execuation or his lack of communication and how little we know about him and this thinking?It's another From The Rookery End where we try our best to keep a level head when being a Watford fan seems to be very naff.COME ON YOU ORNS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Watford once again struggled to live up to their billing as a heavyweight Championship contender, coming unstuck against Swansea in a game that lasted a marathon 110 minutes.Of that 110 minutes precious few of them were memorable from a Watford perspective, so it was a tired and dispirited Jon, Colin, Jason and Mike that gathered when the final whistle finally came, running the rule over the latest Vicarage Road false start.The boys also touch on the slightly happier goings on that took place at Stoke City last Sunday - a game that already feels an age ago - with celebrity Stoke fan Nick Hancock sharing his views on what life can be like lingering in the Championship…It’s been naother rough one at The Vic, but we haven’t been counted out just yet, and we’re with you through it all. This is From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This weekends podcast is with you a bit early, and looks back on Jon and Mike’s day on the Taylor Trek, which saw them walk 18 miles, starting and ending at Vicarage Road, to raise money for the Watford CSE Trust.During the walk, the boys were joined by Dave Messenger, who was instrumental in helping Jon and Mike settle on a former Watford XI, with each player having to have arrived with at least an element of excitement, only to go on to have a disappointing Hornets career.After a difficult week, this is a podcast palette cleanser. Enjoy, and Come on You ‘Orns! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s a familiar story, but I’m it’s not the next chapter Watford fans seemed to want. Following the news of Rob Edwards’ surprise sacking, Jon, Jas and Mike gathered to record their thoughts on yet another tumultuous day at Vicarage Road.Is the decision justifiable? What does it mean for the future? What does it say about the owner? Will all be forgiven if Slaven Bilić guides the Hornets back to the top flight? What should we, as fans, be feeling and doing? We discuss all this and more on the latest in an all too long line of emergency podcasts on this, the brand new From the Rookery End.Come on you ‘Orns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 PROBLEMS PERSIST It was another frustrating afternoon for Watford fans, with the Hornets conceding a late goal to Sunderland to end up drawing their fifth match of a stuttering Championship campaign.Jon, Colin, Mike and DCW were on hand at the final whistle to discuss a whole host of Watford related issues, ending up focussing on the three G’s - the Game, Giaretta and Gino…Game: After a reasonble start, with Davis leading the line well, where did it go wrong? Were the changes the catalyst for the collapse? Giaretta: What does his departure mean for Watford and is it a positive?Gino: Does the buck stop at the top? If so, can he turn it round?As always, there’s plenty to discuss and we give it our best shot. This is From the Rookery End. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After Watford went down 2-0 away at Blackburn the boys take the occasion to help each other get over things. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After another away draw, this one against Rotherham, Jon and Mike are joined by Stu Hutchinson to chat about the game and the recently closed transfer window. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the evening Watford celebrated 100 years at Vicarage Road the team gave us a special moment with a last minute winner. Jon, Jason, Mike and DCW discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike, Jason and Jordi convene after Watford's 3-2 loss to QPR to pick the bones out of the match and assess what is not quite working for Rob Edwards' side on the pitch at the moment, and there's discussion of the many off pitch issues too as the squad continues to exist in a state of flux ahead of the window shutting next week.There's also a chat with Adam Leventhal for the latest on the status of Joao Pedro and Ismalia Sarr, plus we hear from Xisco Munoz after Adam caught up with him exclusively for The Athletic last week.AND with the 100 years of Vicarage Road celebrations about to kick into full gear on Tuesday at the match v Middlesbrough, we hear from Geoff Wicken about the new book he has written to celebrate this landmark date in Watford's history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.