From The Rookery End - A show about Watford FC

Watford got back to winning ways with a hard earned victory against Reading, so it was an increasingly confident quartet of Mike, Colin, Jason and Jon that gathered after the game to discuss the archetypal game of two halves.

As well as discussing the Friday fun at the Vic, the boys look forward to the eagerly anticipated trip up the M1, while there are also chats with Geoff Wicken, one of the co-creators of the incredible “Watford Treasury, and Jacob Culshaw of WD18 Fans, who talks about what it’s been like to interview the likes of Tom Cleverley and Philip Zinckernagel.

3 points, 2 goals, 1 podcast. This is From the Rookery End. Enjoy! Come on you ‘Orns!

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With the busy Easter period in the books, Jon, Colin and Mike got together to discuss two games in four days; performances that extended the Hornets’ unbeaten run and maintained a healthy gap between them and the chasing pack.

The boys discuss the Wednesday win and the point at Middlesbrough, while also sharing their views on the news that Watford continue to look at a potential new home.

There’s also a very special edition of Michael Parkin’s son, with Arlo taking the opportunity to turn from interviewee to interviewer!

It’s been another busy week. Another intriguing set of results. This is another From the Rookery End. Six games to go. Come on you ‘Orns.

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After (trying, and largely failing!) to give themselves a break from thinking about the Hornets, Jon, Jas, Mike and Colin are back to talk Watford ahead of what promises to be an entertaining, exciting and nerve shredding run in.

Your hosts look at the final eight games from a number of angles including a comparison with the successful 2014/15 campaign, the impact of the international break, they even try to work out what clichès we’ll be sick of hearing by the end of the season.

Hold on to your hats, it’s about to get real. This is the final straight. This is From the Rookery End.

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It was a thoroughly professional performance that saw Watford head into the International break with a ninth win in ten games; their fifth in a row.

It was therefore little surprise that it was an upbeat Mike, Jason and Jon that gathered to talk about the Hornets comprehensive win over Birmingham City.

In what was a pretty efficient team performance there was specific praise for the majestic Francisco Sierralta and a rejuvenated Nathaniel Chalobah, with the latter turning in a stunning Man of the Match performance.

Heading into the International Break the boys try to come up with their “best players to be capped while playing for Watford XI” so be sure to share your thoughts and suggested teams in the comments below!

It’s another win! (Yes, another one!) It’s another From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns!

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Xisco’s Hornets’ made it 8 wins in 9 with a thumping away win against Rotherham, so it was triumphant trio of Jon, Mike and Adam that gathered at the final whistle to talk through the devastating display.

Phillip Zinckernagel’s impressive form was one of many positives from a professional and ruthless display, with Watford finishing the evening in second place in the table.

You can also hear audio from Adam’s chat with one of the all time greats; he talks to Dennis Bergkamp about his son Mitchel who is attempting to forge a successful career with Watford.

It’s another big win for Watford. Relive it with this, the brand new From the Rookery End podcast!

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It’s been a long time coming, but after five years without scoring from a free kick, a late set piece in Cardiff sent Watford back into the automatic promotion places. It was therefore a very excitable Jon, Mike, Jason and Colin that gathered to talk about the Hornet’s latest win.

There is praise for Chalobah, Sarr, Kiko and others, but this was a genuine team effort, so kick back, relax and enjoy a podcast that unashamedly basks in the glow that only a last minute winner can provide!

It’s another huge win. It’s another From the Rookery End podcast.

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It’s an unsurprisingly upbeat Mike, Jon and Adam that gathered to talk about another professional performance from the Hornets, with a deserved win against Nottingham Forest earning Watford a spot in the Top 2; for now at least.

The boys are full of praise for Head Coach Xisco Muñoz who pulled something of a surprise by playing Pedro in an unfamiliar midfield role, a brave decision that, as you’ll hear, paid off nicely.

There’s also post match audio from Philip Zinckernagel who talks about his transition from the Norwegian league to the Championship, in addition to another little bonus - Paris St Germain’s Pochettino Snr talking about Watford’s Pochettino Jnr.

It’s another big win. It’s another big From the Rookery End podcast. Come on You ‘Orns!

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Watford got back to winning ways against Wycombe, so to celebrate, here’s a brand new From the Rookery End podcast.

Mike and Jon spoke directly after the final whistle to discuss a professional display from the Hornets, discussing who took their opportunity in a team that featured a couple of enforced changes.

The Athletic’s Watford correspondent Adam Leventhal is also on board, joining the boys to discuss the sad news of the death of former Watford player and manager Glenn Roeder.

You can also hear from the magic man. Yes, hear what Gerard Deulofeu had to say when he caught up with Adam on the anniversary of what would be the Spaniard’s last game for the Hornets; that famous win against the Champions elect Liverpool.

It’s all ready and waiting for you right this moment. It’s another From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns!

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There’s never a dull moment following Watford and that’s never truer than when the Hornets meet the Cherries. 

Saturday was no exception, and it’s an animated Jon, Jason, Mike and Colin that convene to talk about the latest contraversial clash.

Emotions were running high at the end of a game that will be remembered for all the wrong reasons, but on this, the latest From the Rookery End podcast, the boys try to make sense of a chaotic and ultimately disappointing afternoon. 

It’s another Watford V Bournemouth barnstormer. It’s another From the Rookery End podcast.

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It’s four wins on the bounce for a resurgent Watford, so it’s an understandably upbeat Mike and Jon that are joined by Adam Leventhal on the brand new From the Rookery End.

There’s praise for Watford’s firing front three, appreciation for the hardworking midfield, but perhaps a few questions over the centre back pairing for the first time in a while, with Blackburn making like more difficult than Hornets fans would have hoped.

There’s also a look at Adam’s in depth piece on the wonderful Will Hughes, which is available on The Athletic for subscribers, now.

Another big win, another big podcast. This is From the Rookery End!

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