5-1 away wins don't come around that often but Watford got another one away at Deepdale against Preston North End. Jon and the Brigadier, Colin Mace, discuss the match, the players that took the opportunity given to them and which was the best of the 5 goals. And in part 2, Jon, Jason and Mike look ahead to the transfer window to consdier what should be our realistic expectations for January. COME ON YOU ORNS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A speculative shot and awesome throw in saw Rhys Healey score his first goal for the Hornets and grab a last minute draw against Southampton. Jon, DCW, Mike and Jason look back at the game plus our Jon talked to John Preston, author of the new Watford book "Watford Forever" written in collaboration with Sir Elton John. And, with the sad passing of Martin Patching this week, we share an article he wrote for Watofrd fanzine, 'Look to the Stars' about his final game at Watford, whrere he scored...

After a comeback home won against Norwich, in the week, and an away win at Hull that was topped off with a wonder goal from Wesley Hoedt, Jon and Colin Mace gathered to discuss which Watford player had the best week? Or was it Valerian who had the best week? Plus Jon catches up with Colin Payne and Geoff Wicken from The Watford Treasury to discuss their new book, Golden Shots and Visions of Blue. COME ON YOU ORNS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WIth Watford coming back from being two goals down to win 3-2 at home to Norwich, the boys felt a little podcast was needed after a wonderful night under the lights, at Vicarage Road. Jon, Jason and DCW had a quick chat to disucss how Watford were able to turn the fixture around and who were the staring players. COME ON YOU ORNS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A little earlier than mornal, Jon and Colin talked on Sunday about the 2-0 away defeat at table topping Leicester City. They ponder, were Watford set up conservatively, which of the Watford squad was bounding out of bed, on Sunday, to watch the hightlights, who had a sleepless night as they fear the consequences of their performance and who, ahead of Tuesday nights home match against Norwich, is knocking on Valerian's door asking for more game time? Plus we talk to Sir Nigel Gibbs about his...

WD18 is a happier place going into the International break, with Watford extending their unbeaten streak to six, courtesy of a 5-0 win over Rotherham. Mike, Jon and Jas got together to talk through the mauling of the Millers, identifying the key players in this triumph and the longer term reversal of Watford’s recent fortunes.  This is the brand new From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've taken the decision to not pick apart Watford games every week. Don't worry, that doesn't mean we won't be here every week but on away games we will do something a little different. We will get a views of another fan to discuss the game with them but we'll also expand on life as a Watford fan. This week we have a quiz and in the future we plan to do deep dives into every aspect of Watford FC. So Home games, expect us analysing a game and on away games to be a bit different. This week we...

Mike, Jon and Colin are on FTRE duty this week, looking back at a productive week for the Hornets, which saw Valerien Ismael’s side pick up 7 points from a possible 9. The boys delve into what could have triggered this mini transformation, look at the good and the bad sides of the Watford back line, discuss discipline and a whole lot more in this, the brand new From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Watford took on Sheffield Wednesday in The Vic, Jon, Mike and DCW flew over to Stockholm to take in Hammarby Women v Linköping Women and the big Stockholm derby Djurgarden v Hammerby. We know things aren't great for Watford fans but this wasn't avoidance tactics - it was a birthday celebration. And of course the boys were kept in the loop of what was going, or not, for the Hornets by the whole of the FTRE gang and you'll hear their thoughs on the game. It was a long way to Stockholm, and...

In 2010, Lionel Birnie wrote a book called Enjoy The Game. It tells the story of Watford during the Golden Era - when Graham Taylor and Elton John steered the club from the bottom of Division 4 to the top of Division 1 and a trip into Europe. The new podcast is an audio series of the book. It's read by Colin Mace and he brings to life the story and all the interivews did in 2008-2009. He spoke to all the key players, the people behind the scenes and of course Graham Taylor himself. In this...

After three matches where Watford came away empty handed, it was a contented if not a little frustrated bunch of Watford fans that left Cardiff on Saturday. This week, Jon, Jordi and Adam Drury talk through the changes and tweak Valerian made to the Watford squad and how that impacted the performance. Has the intenational break come at the right time for the players, we will see, but it seems to be the time for Ben Managa, Watford's technical director, to head towards the exit. The boys...

This Jon, Mike and Jason discuss the reactions of Val, fans, players and how the Watford landscape is looking after the Hornets 2-3 home defeat to Middlesbrough. We also hear from Matt Nobbs and a very special moment he had on Saturday in the Ann Swanson stand. COME ON YOU ORNS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DCW, Mike and Charlie reflect on a chastening afternoon at Elland Road for Watford on Saturday, as the Hornets lost 3-0 to Leeds and delivered a performance that offered barely any positives. We pick apart the dismal display, look at whether Valerian Ismael got his team selection right, and we attempt to work out how we should all be feeling about this team after 8 games that have provided plenty of ups and downs. There's also a look ahead to a big week for the Golden Boys starting with the...

After what feels like an eternity, From the Rookery End is back! And it was worth the wait, with Watford delivering an exhilarating last gasp win for Jon, Mike and Adam Drury to discuss. The trio talk Val’s best XI, Dan Bachmann and supporter patience and try to work out just how much credit shoukd go to the Head Coach for that much needed home win against Blues.   FTRE is back. Watford are back to winning ways. What’s not to love?! Come on you ‘Orns! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

The Horents returned from Coventry with only a point but they did mange to bag themselves 3 goals - something that has been missing for a few weeks. Jon, DCW are joined by the Brigadier, Colin Mace for the first time this season. As well as breaking down the game, the team reflect on the Transfer Window and hear about the second match of the season for the Golden Girls. COME ON YOU ORNS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We can sit here, at least Mike would, and quote that Watford haven't scored a goal since the 43rd minute of the opening game... about 230 minutes. But Mike is on holiday so Jon, Jason, Jordi and DCW gathered post match in Mad Squirrel to disucss the match, the changes - some enforced, some the choice of Valerian - the difference performace in the first and second half plus how the players got along, particulary the latest signing Mileta Rajovic and what led to the the 0-1 home defeat. We also...

In the first of what will be regular podcasts dedicated to Watford Women this season Kieran heads down to London Colney to catch up with Head Coach Damon Lathrope ahead of Sunday's opener against Durham in the Barclay's Women's Championship. He's also joined by tough tackling midfielder Dre Georgiou for the player's perspective. Spirits in the camp seem high ahead of what will hopefully be a season of continued progress for the Golden Girls, and you can get on board right from the off in this...

DCW is joined by Mike and WD18's Charlie Zazzera to reflect on Saturday's 1-0 loss away at Stoke. We pick the bones out of a largely lacklustre performance and attempt to take the temperature of the new season after a win, a draw and a loss in the first three games. The lack of goals in the last two matches comes into sharp focus as we assess the ongoing search for a new striker and look at the type of player who is likely to fill that particular need. We also check in on the women's team...

One week. Three games. Five things we’ve learned. That’s the basis of the brand new From the Rookery End, with Mike Jas and Jon looking back at not just the draw with Plymouth, but the first full week of competitive action under Valérien Ismaël. There’s talk of fun, fears, praise, patience, hopes and expectations in this, the latest edition of From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Watford got their season off to the best start imaginable, swatting aside an abject QPR on opening day. Now’s your chance to hear what Jas, Jon and Mike made of the first game of the Valérien Ismaël era, in a brand new From the Rookery End podcast. It’s all here, from Mike trying his best to try and something to be miserable about, to thoughts on the pre and post match music, and of course a breakdown of what was at times a breathtaking performance by the Golden Boys. Football is back....

After 14 years of podcasting, we've finally gotten around to doing a iive podcast in fron of an audience. aWith less than two days to go until the new season starts, Jon, Mike, DCW and a lot of of ther Watford fans gathered at Mad Squirrel in Watford for a LIVE podcast. Not live on the internet... like with people in the same room. The gang discuss all the summer movements, both in and out of Vicarage Road and share how we are feeling head of Saturday's opener against QPR. We are ever so...

Join us on Thursday 3rd August, a few days before the start of the season, for our first live event. We will be at Mad Squirel taproom in Watford and it will all kick off at 7:30pm Address - 3 King St, Watford WD17 2EN Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After 11 years of owning Watford FC, Gino Pozzo came face to face with Watfird fans. 80 or so supporters went to Watford's London Colney Training Ground for a Q&A, organised by a group of fans, with Gino and Scott Duxbury. Plenty of questions were asked... were answers forthgiving? Jon and Mike were there and discuss their reaction to the answers and their impressions of meeting Gino for the first time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With two weeks to go until Watford FC fans get to meet Gino Pozzo and Scott Duxbury, Jon, Mike and jounralist Lionel Birnie discuss what questions need to be asked. The Validity of the event, the key topics and how far do the questions need to go. Remember you can still apply to be there - go to slido.com and use the code 8963 220 to apply - and after a season where the list of questions have grown and grown, this could be the event to make Watford fans feel connected and even happy with the...

With two weeks to go until Watford FC fans get to meet Gino Pozzo and Scott Duxbury, Jon, Mike and jounralist Lionel Birnie discuss what questions need to be asked. The Validity of the event, the key topics and how far do the questions need to go. Remember you can still apply to be there - go to slido.com and use the code 8963 220 to apply - and after a season where the list of questions have grown and grown, this could be the event to make Watford fans feel connected and even happy with the...