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24th July 2021- Friendly, Watford 0 West Bromwich Albion 0

With Covid restrictions now eased supporters were allowed to attend a match at Vicarage Road for the first time since December.

Official Site: Xisco Muñoz’s long-awaited introduction to the Watford faithful and the return of supporters into Vicarage Road didn’t coincide with an absolute classic on the pitch, but the occasion itself was more than worth it for both sets of fans who made the trip.

Attendance: 3,612
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24th July 2014- Friendly, Boreham Wood 0 Watford 1

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With Troy Deeney absent, Matej Vydra gave Hornets fans a timely reminder of his goal-scoring capabilities as he netted the only goal in Watford’s 1-0 pre-season victory at Boreham Wood.

As we gathered at Meadow Park, the news on everyone’s lips was that Deeney was absent from the squad.  The conclusion was that we had seen the last of him in a Watford shirt, which is a great shame but, if it does come, nobody can deny that the lad deserves his move.  Since our last visit the ground has undergone a transformation, with the covered terrace along one side of the ground replaced with a shiny new stand. 

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There aren’t any highlights of the actual match on YouTube but there are highlights of McGugan warming up.

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24th July 2013- Friendly, Peterborough United 1 Watford 1

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As I travelled up to Peterborough, I couldn’t help remembering our trip there in April.  That was a truly horrendous performance, memorable for being one of very few last season, so I was hoping for a lot more entertainment on this trip.  On previous visits to London Road, I have always stood on the terraces.  So I was rather disappointed that only the seating area was open for away fans, but at least I could see what was going on.  The last match report that I wrote from this venue was mostly guesswork.

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24th July 2012- Friendly, Cork City 0 Watford 2

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Gianfranco Zola secured his first win as Watford manager tonight against Cork City, as travelling supporters caught their first glimpses of loanees Steve Leo Beleck and Ikechi Anya.

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Watford boss Gianfranco Zola was ‘encouraged’ by Cork City victory

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24th July 2010- Friendly, Northampton Town 3 Watford 3

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Malky Mackay was set to seek some answers from his players at training today after criticising a lack of “passion” during the first-half performance in the 3-3 pre-season friendly draw at Northampton Town.

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Taken from the programme on 31st July 2010-Friendly, Watford 0 Charlton Athletic 1

11th July 2026- Friendly, Boreham Wood 2 Watford 1

Watford Observer: MATCHDAY AS IT HAPPENED: Boreham Wood 2-1 Watford

Match Report: Watford beaten 2-1 at Boreham Wood in first summer friendly

WATCH: Immediate reaction to Boreham Wood 2-1 Watford

Pollock: ‘Results at this stage mean nothing – it’s about minutes’

15th June 2026- Alessio Dionisi appointed as new Head Coach

Watford Observer: Watford confirm appointment of Alessio Dionisi as head coach

First words from Dionisi and Nani as new head coach is confirmed

Dionisi is the man, but only the right plan can inspire Watford fans

Dowling on why Watford hired Alessio Dionisi and pre-season plans

Dowling: British-based recruitment would help – but it’s easier said than done

WATCH: Analysis of Alessio Dionisi’s appointment as Watford head coach

Who is Alessio Dionisi? Italian journalists go into detail on new Watford head coach

5 steps Alessio Dionisi must take to be a success at Watford

BBC: Watford appoint Dionisi as head coach

Sky:

12th June 2026- RIP Kenny Jackett

https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/cqj1z2wqkw2o

Watford Observer: Legendary Watford player and coach Kenny Jackett dies, aged 64

Luther Blissett: ‘Kenny Jackett was a loyal friend and team-mate’

Watford legends lead further tributes to Kenny Jackett

Sky: https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/13553291/kenny-jackett-former-wolves-millwall-portsmouth-and-swansea-manager-dies-aged-64

Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jun/12/kenny-jackett-dies-watford-wales-millwall-wolves

3rd May 2026- Ed Still is sacked as Watford Head Coach

Watford Observer: Ed Still sacked as Watford head coach after miserable end of season

LIVE: Reaction as Ed Still is sacked as Watford head coach

WATCH: Immediate video reaction to Ed Still leaving Watford

Ed Still sacked – but that won’t fix the dysfunction at Watford

BBC: Watford have sacked head coach Ed Still after less than three months in charge at Vicarage Road.

2nd May 2026- Championship, Watford 0 Coventry City 4

Watford Observer: Coventry are a great example for Watford to follow, says Still

Ed Still reacts to reports he is set to leave Watford

Duxbury outlines recruitment plan as he addresses mistakes and ‘strong foundations’

Watford Observer: Pollock crowned Watford’s 2025/26 Player of the Season

MATCHDAY AS IT HAPPENED: Watford 0-4 Coventry City

Match Report: 4-0 Coventry loss completes Watford’s worst end to a second-tier season

WATCH: Immediate reaction to Watford 0-4 Coventry City

‘You can evaluate the team by the energy in the stands’

Still reflects on miserable finale to Watford’s season – and what next

BBC: Ellis Simms scored a hat-trick as Premier League-bound Coventry City waved goodbye to the second tier with victory over Watford at Vicarage Road.

Sky: Cheered on by around 2,000 fans bedecked in sky blue, Frank Lampard’s side ended a memorable season with 95 points and 97 goals. By contrast, swathes of empty seats in the Watford sections spoke volumes about the apathy that has engulfed a club which appears to be directionless after another mediocre mid-table campaign.

BHappy: The low key awards ceremony was the right call, I think. Pomp and ceremony in the middle of the pitch would have been inappropriate, misreading the room… but at the same time, not doing the awards would have felt dreadfully performative, perversely. Melodramatic. As if an(other) underwhelming season is somehow beyond the pale. We’re Watford, after all. Lower mid table is going to happen and is part of the story. “Watford ’til I die”, not “Watford ’til I die unless we’re a bit crap again”. That doesn’t mean you have to enjoy it, but let’s not go clutching our pearls.

Fran’s Watford Blog: The awards were presented prior to kick-off with Mattie Pollock deservedly winning Player of the Season. Maamma was equally deserving of the Young Player of the Season award. While Jeremy Ngakia won Goal of the Season for his tremendous strike away to Bristol City.

From the Rookery End: A season that promised something—maybe not everything, but something—ends with a whimper, five straight defeats, and a performance that barely felt worth dissecting.