From The Rookery End - A show about Watford FC

You might have had problem getting Oasis tickets this weekend, but during August Watford didn't have any problems getting a win or two. However, that run of wins came to an end with a defeat at Bramell Lane against the Blades of Sheffield.Jon, Jordi, Kieran and DCW met to discuss the turning points of the game, Tom Cleverley substitution choices and how the Hornets did going behind to a compariatively strong side. They also grade Gino and Watford's business in the summer transfer window plus Matt Furniss had a chat with Mattie Pollock at this weeks Fan Chat.4 wins and 1 lose, not a bad place to be as we head in to the first international breakCOME ON YOU ORNS

In our first data podcast of the season, Matt Furniss, Watford fan and Opta data guru, returns and joins Jon and DCW to analyses the Hornets start to the season and look at the performances in a slightly different way?What are the chances of Watford getting relegated? Why is Matt excited about new signing, Piere DwonahAnd what on earth do stats people mean by/calculate momentum on one of their fancy graphs?Is Mattie Pollock is the player of the season, so far?COME ON YOU ORNS

Post-Match - Watford 2-1 Derby - The beautiful Hornets make it 4 wins out of 4 after a 2-1 home win against Derby County.DCW, Jason and Jordi gather outside the Hornet Shop to discuss the teams first comeback win, how the players and Head Coach Tom Cleverly reacted to conceding early.We are living in strange times as Watford just keep on winning.COME ON YOU ORNS

As part of the new weekly fans press conferences, a group of 'fans media' got to ask a few questions of Scott Duxbury. It's not often we hear directly from the club's Chairman and CEO so we thought we would get it out to you as soon as possible. You can take it all in and chat with Friends and family about it at the game on Saturday, at home to Derby.Do get intouch with your thoughts and reaction to what you hear. podcast@fromtherookeryend.com or via Twitter, Facebook or Instagram - @watfordpodcast.COME ON YOU ORNS

Mike, Jon and Jas convened after the Stoke game to discuss Watford’s third win from three, as Tom Cleverley and his Hornets continue their perfect start to the season.The lads talk through the win, which seemed to be inspired by the half time introduction of Yaser Larouci, building on a hard fought but largely even first half showing.You can also hear from new Watford Women Head Coach Renee Hector and captain Meg Chandler as the Golden Girls look to bouce back to the Championship at the first time of asking.There’s lots to enjoy. This is From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns!

Watford swept aside Milton Keynes as the first home game of the 2024/25 season ended in a 5-0 romp for Tom Cleverley’s Hornets.Tom Ince celebrated his new contract with a hat-trick, while captain for the night Mattie Pollock marked the occasion with a thumping header. There were also a number of eye-catching debuts with Rocco Vata and goal scoring Kwadwo Baah turning in exciting showings.Jon, Mike and Jas were there to see it all. Welcome to From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns!

Mike and Adam were at the Den on Saturday to see Watford’s exciting opening day win against Millwall, and joined Jon to discuss all of the action for this, the brand new From the Rookery End podcast.The trio talk through Watford’s performances in the three key areas of defence, midfield and attack, discuss the squad depth and future battles for a starting XI berth. Join us in luxuriating in Watford’s fifth consecutive opening day win. This is From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns!

As we head towards the start of another season (FTRE’s 15th!) we thought it was time to take stock, to assess and address where our beloved club currently finds itself.We look back at what lead to us being where we appear to be - heading into a challenging season with concerns on and off the pitch. We look at the owners and some of the others at top table and, well, get a few things off our chest.This isn’t a one and done. We’ll be keeping an eye on things as best we can and talking through developments as and when opportunities arise. If ever there has been a time to be a critical friend, it’s now.This is From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns

The 1990s was a decade of tremedous change, both in football and in the real world. And the Watford Treasury have published their 3rd book all about being a Watford fan during the decade.'The Ninties: The Second Coming' is out now and follows on from their book about the 1950s and 60s - 'The Golden Years and Visions of Blue' - and the story of the 1970s - 'Bonser Out" (all avaible from https://thewatfordtreasury.com/collections/hardback-books). Jon speaks to Colin Payne and Nick Catley, who both edited the book, and Ian Grant one of the key contributors. In the 90s, Ian created bsad.org, the original online Watford FC resources (and still an amazing read) and Colin edited Watford fanzine Yellow Experience. We refelct on the decade and what it was like to be a Watford fan during that time.COME ON YOU ORNS!