The January transfer window is typically about making minor tweaks to the squad to maintain or increase momentum heading into the second portion of the campaign. For Watford, the January transfer window saw a considerable amount of movement. Not all the movement found widespread support amongst fans. In fact, the hierarchy’s choices have come underContinue reading “Watford’s January Transfer Window: Analyzing Every Signature and Departure”
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The Improbable Rise Of Francisco Sierralta
19 matches. Seven starts. Left on the bench on the final day. Francisco Sierralta’s loan move to FC Empoli in Serie B in the second half of last season did not turn many heads. When he moved to Watford in the summer, most fans overlooked the 23-year-old’s arrival. After all, he was not even theContinue reading “The Improbable Rise Of Francisco Sierralta”
How Rooney Provides The Blueprint For Deeney’s Future Success
Six goals. Three assists. 15 appearances. But, at the time of publication, Troy Deeney has only scored one goal from open play this season. Averaging one goal contribution per 110 minutes is an impressive output. Only scoring once from open play in 15 appearances, however, is as far from prolific as it gets. But, despiteContinue reading “How Rooney Provides The Blueprint For Deeney’s Future Success”
Player Ratings: Hornets Win on a Cold Windy Night in Stoke
Watford beat Stoke City for the second time of the season thanks to goals from Troy Deeney and Ismaila Sarr. The match, however, was far from a walk in the park. The first half of play was lackluster from both teams – especially Watford. Xisco Munoz fielded a questionable squad, which initially saw Tom CleverleyContinue reading “Player Ratings: Hornets Win on a Cold Windy Night in Stoke”
The Perica Effect
326 minutes. One goal. One penalty won. The statistics tell an inaccurate, lackluster story of a player who, in actuality, contributes a significant amount. The truth surrounding Stipe Perica’s influence at Watford lies in his past. Stipe Perica Pre-Watford The striker started his career in his home nation, Croatia, with NK Zadar. In his firstContinue reading “The Perica Effect”
Why To Keep Hoping That Gerard Deulofeu Will Return
Down 2-0. Twelve minutes left. The opposition support roars in ecstasy, knowing their side is set to go to the FA Cup Final. The only way Wolverhampton Wanderers can lose is to be on the receiving end of one of the most improbable comebacks in recent memory. With Watford’s cup dreams destined for doom, substituteContinue reading “Why To Keep Hoping That Gerard Deulofeu Will Return”
Does Daniel Bachmann Deserve To Be Watford’s Number One?
Bachmann’s six-save performance, a match in which the Red Devils’ expected goals statistic was 2.16, gives Xisco Muñoz food for thought.
A Review Of Watford’s 2020
Watford’s year was filled with more downs than ups. Through three managers, a global pandemic that shut the world down for months, and relegation, Hornets fans have held on strong and have kept their unwavering support for the Club despite the hardships faced. With 2021 approaching, it is a good time to review an eventful,Continue reading “A Review Of Watford’s 2020”
When The Hornets Encounter Rough Waters, Does The Manager Always Deserve The Blame? Does Ivic?
Ever since the Pozzo family saved Watford from near-bankruptcy in 2012, the Club has followed a philosophy of continuously rotating management in order to yield success. And, despite the unorthodoxy of the Pozzo’s approach to appointing and sacking managers, the Hornets have found success in their methods, as the Team was able to spend fiveContinue reading “When The Hornets Encounter Rough Waters, Does The Manager Always Deserve The Blame? Does Ivic?”
The Transfer Market Is Marching Closer: Where Watford Should Look To Reinforce
In a recent press conference, when Vladimir Ivic was asked about whether he felt Watford had the depth to cope with the intense fixture list, Ivic replied, “I will prepare what we need, and what we didn’t do in the previous transfer window [we] will do now.” With the manager sending a clear message thatContinue reading “The Transfer Market Is Marching Closer: Where Watford Should Look To Reinforce”
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