With an expanding podcast repitoire, and feeback from listeners, on this weekend's, and maybe on a few more, we decided to focus it on our reaction to the match. So here is Jon, Mike, Jason and DCW reacting to Watford's 2-1 defeat at home to Leicester.

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In the first of a new type of FTRE podcast, Matt Furniss, Watford fan and Opta stats guru, joins Jon and DCW to take a look at Watford from a different point of view.

They discuss how much time Watford have been in a drawing position, how important Wesley Hoedt and Edo Kayembe are to the Hornets as well as Matt's views on Watford's strikers.

The plan is for this to be a monthly podcast so send us your feedback and any stats you would like us to look at.

Welcome to the FTRE Stats podcast... which still needs a proper name.

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Watford failed to find the back of the net for the second game in a row, after their third fixture in six days ended in a limp defeat at home to Cardiff.

Ismael’s men were unable to recover from a sluggish start, with a lack of cutting edge in the final third their undoing once more.

Mike, Jas and Jon gathered immediately after the game to run the rule over a disappointing day in WD18.

This is From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns.

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In the wake of the draw with Southampton in the FA Cup 4th Round at Vicarage Road, Jon, Jas and Mike gathered in the shadow of the Hornet Shop to talk through the game.

Has Mattie Pollock played himself into an extended stay at Watford? Are we seeing the best of Jamal Lewis? Has Val finally found the formula when it comes to Martins and Asprilla? Is it that hard to tell the difference between Sierralta and Hoedt? Did ANYONE want a replay? 

All this and much, much more in the latest From the Rookery End podcast. Come on you ‘Orns!

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With multiple reports suggesting Emmanuel Dennis is set to complete a shock return to Vicarage Road, the emergency pod alarm was sounded. Mike and Jon answered the call, and this episode is their take on the potential news.

There are concerns on a number of levels, while hope of redemption for a player that continues to be divisive and left WD18 under a cloud also remains.

Have a listen and let us know what you think. A risky Gino gamble or a canny swoop for a much needed striker? It looks like we’re about to find out…

This is From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns.

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Watford’s decent away from continued with a creditable point at Bristol City, and Colin and DCW were there to see it - they share their thoughts.

Mike and Jon are your hosts for this one, with the duo discussing events in Bristol, the transfer window so far and concerning news for Gino in Spain. 

There’s never a dull week when it comes to Watford, with this one no exception. We cover it all on this, the latest From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns!

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An eventful Watford week ended with another win on the road for the Hornets, with Mike, fresh from Loftus Road, joining Jas and Jon to talk about the Jake Livermore inspired win over the not so super Hoops.

The team also discuss the two At Your Place events that took place, including a few thoughts about the current dissatisfaction and concern with some of the stewarding and associated issues experienced at Vicarage Road.

Thanks as always for joining us. This is From the Rookery End. You ‘Orns!

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Watford survived a scare to overcome National League pacesetters Chesterfield in the 3rd Round of the FA Cup - the Hornets’ first win in the competiton since beating Wolves in the 2019 Semi Final.

In this, the latest From the Rookery Emd podcast, you can hear fellow fans recount their favourite FA Cup memories, while Jon, Jas and Mike discuss Watford’s latest Cup exploits; the last gasp win over the Spireites.

The magic of the cup lives on. Just! This is From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns!

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With the Championship season at the halfway point, it’s time for a look at how the Watford class of 2023/24 are performing!

In this, the latest FTRE (and the first of 2024 - Happy New Year everyone) Mike, Jon and Jas assess the performances of the Watford first team squad, giving each regular a grade from A-D.

Colin also provides his first hand account of a wet and wild trip to Plymouth, where Watford withstood the weather and a Pilgrims onslaught to escape Devon with a point.

This is From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns.

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