In part 1, Jordi joins Jon to discuss the first Watford win in 4 matches and it was another match where Joao Pedro shined, we got to see a bit more for Jeremy Ngakia and Tom Dele-Bashiru and what new boy Leandro Bacuna had to offer.

And then, as Watford make it to the half way point of the season, Jon and Mike grade the Goalkeeping, Defence, Midfield and Attack plus discuss who makes the naughty or nice list.

Have a very merry Christmas and thank you for listening to From The Rookery End.

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There is also a game you can play along with. This week "Match of the Man" ... it's very easy to play but almost impossible to win.

There is no Best XI team but you can start preparing for the next awayday podcast where we will be picking a team of World Cup Hornets. There will be scoring involved but the only rule you'll get for now is that you can only have one player per nation. Here's the list:

Allan Nielson - DEN

Allan Nyom - CAM

Andre Carrillo - PERU

Ashley Young - ENG

Ben Foster - ENG

Ben Iroha - NIG

Camilo Zuniga - COL

Carlos Sanchez - COL

Danny Rose - ENG

David James - ENG

Essaïd Belkale - ALGER

Gerry Armstrong - NI

Ismaila Sarr - SEN

Jay Demerit - USA

John Barnes - ENG

John McClelland - NI

Juan Carlos Pardes - ECU

Kenny Samson - ENG

Lucas Neill - AUS

M'Baye Niang - SEN

Migel Layun - MEX

Mo Johnson - SCOT

Moussa Sissoko - FRA

Nathan Ake - NED

Nicolas Nkoulou - CAM

Nordin Amrabat - MOR

Odion Ighalo - NIG

Pat Jennings - NI

Pervis Estupiñan - ECU

Peter Etebo - NIG

Pierce Issa - SA

Richarlison - BRA

Steve Hodge - ENG

Steven Berghuis - NED

Tony Meola - USA

Valon Behrami - SWI

William Troost Ekong - NIG

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If Hornets fans were hoping for a scintilating performance to raise the temperature on a bitterly cold afternoon, it quickly became apparent that it wasn’t going to happen, as Slaven Bilic’ men recorded their second 0-0 in a row.

Jas and Mike got together at the final whistle to discuss the game, which featured a concerning injury to Hamza Choudhury, leaving Watford’s threadbare midfield even more depleted.

The boys discuss how Jeremy Ngakia, Joesph Hungbo and Tom Dele Bashiru did after being handed rare starts, while Mike also speaks to Canadian football expert about the signing of exciting midfield prospect Ismael Kone.

It was cold. It was frustrating. But it’s good to be back. This is From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns.

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And the answer to that was… not great! While the day was a fun one, the game was anything but, with a team shorn of Pedro and Sarr struggling to make an impact against a side woefully out of form.

The game seemed destined for stalemate from early on, and a forgettable performance was made worse by a serious injury to Dan Gosling. Everyone at FTRE wishes Dan, a hugely important part of the Watford squad and their recent good form, all the best for a full recovery.

You can hear how the day played out, with our chats before and after the game, as we bring you this, the latest edition of From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns!

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The idea is that we give you something to think about and discuss as you make your way to see the ‘Orns in action and in this podcast, released in time for the trip to Ashton Gate, we’re in search of the best ever Watford XI containing players whose first or surname begin with A!

We also look back at the midweek win against Reading, while also looking ahead to the challenge that Bristol City will pose from Robins fan (and wrestling promoter!) Sean Thorne.

It’s a packed FTRE so we hope you enjoy it - wherever and whenever you listen. We look forward to hearing your A XI’s!

Come on you ‘Orns

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The Hornets were unable to make it four wins on the bounce, with a second half strike enough to give the visitors the points, despite a positive and impressive start to the game for Watford. The lads discuss what it was that went wrong, what could have been done differently - or whether it was simply one of those days for our heroes in yellow.

There's also a look at Slaven Bilic and what his impact has been on he club since arriving, along with a look back at some of the Watford games that have been played in memorably bad weather conditions. There is all this and more in your latest episode of From the Rookery End. Come on you 'Orns!

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The boys run the rule over the latest three points as the Hornets fortunes continue to change for the better under Slaven Bilic; there is also a chat about who are the Top 5 most important players in the current Watford squad. These lists are always thought provoking, so we're looking forward to who you think should feature and who shouldn't.

A home win against our old friends last week, a tough victory on the road this week - enjoy it with this, the latest episode of From the Rookery End. Come on you 'Orns!

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Jon, Mike and Jordi convened out the Hornet Shop to discuss the individual performances and how Saturday night ended up being a great night out for Hornets.

Plus, after putting an XI of "player that we were excited about but they let us down" on our Taylor Trek, we considered the players you thought we missed out.

Watford started the game 17th and ended 10th... What a crazy league we play in. 

COME ON YOU ORNS!!

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And, without the burden of the results on their mind, Jon and Mike discuss the state of our relationship wiith club owner, Gino Pozzo. Where did it turn sour - the merry go round of the Head Cocahes, his transfers vision and execuation or his lack of communication and how little we know about him and this thinking?

It's another From The Rookery End where we try our best to keep a level head when being a Watford fan seems to be very naff.

COME ON YOU ORNS

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Of that 110 minutes precious few of them were memorable from a Watford perspective, so it was a tired and dispirited Jon, Colin, Jason and Mike that gathered when the final whistle finally came, running the rule over the latest Vicarage Road false start.

The boys also touch on the slightly happier goings on that took place at Stoke City last Sunday - a game that already feels an age ago - with celebrity Stoke fan Nick Hancock sharing his views on what life can be like lingering in the Championship…

It’s been naother rough one at The Vic, but we haven’t been counted out just yet, and we’re with you through it all. This is From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns.

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During the walk, the boys were joined by Dave Messenger, who was instrumental in helping Jon and Mike settle on a former Watford XI, with each player having to have arrived with at least an element of excitement, only to go on to have a disappointing Hornets career.

After a difficult week, this is a podcast palette cleanser. Enjoy, and Come on You ‘Orns!

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Is the decision justifiable? What does it mean for the future? What does it say about the owner? Will all be forgiven if Slaven Bilić guides the Hornets back to the top flight? What should we, as fans, be feeling and doing? We discuss all this and more on the latest in an all too long line of emergency podcasts on this, the brand new From the Rookery End.

Come on you ‘Orns.

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Jon, Colin, Mike and DCW were on hand at the final whistle to discuss a whole host of Watford related issues, ending up focussing on the three G’s - the Game, Giaretta and Gino…

Game: After a reasonble start, with Davis leading the line well, where did it go wrong? Were the changes the catalyst for the collapse? 

Giaretta: What does his departure mean for Watford and is it a positive?

Gino: Does the buck stop at the top? If so, can he turn it round?

As always, there’s plenty to discuss and we give it our best shot. This is From the Rookery End.

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There's also a chat with Adam Leventhal for the latest on the status of Joao Pedro and Ismalia Sarr, plus we hear from Xisco Munoz after Adam caught up with him exclusively for The Athletic last week.

AND with the 100 years of Vicarage Road celebrations about to kick into full gear on Tuesday at the match v Middlesbrough, we hear from Geoff Wicken about the new book he has written to celebrate this landmark date in Watford's history.

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Mike and Jon got together shortly after the final whistle to discuss the Preston stalemate, with praise for a clutch of Hornets, and persisting question marks over others.

In discussing the squad situation, the boys try to get their heads round the situation with transfers; attempting to find a bit of balance during what feels like a tumultuous time.

This is life as a Watford fan. It’s never dull. This is From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns.

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Lionel reports back from a wet and rather sorry looking St Andrew’s, where Ray Manaj secured a deserved point for Rob Edwards’ men, before turning his attentions to the currwnt situation at WD18, with the help of a few decorating analogies on the way…

It’s a slightly unsettling time to be a Watford fan, with the transfer window ajar and letting in a troubling draught, so kick back and relax as we try to make sense of it all.

There’s never a dull moment. Let’s enjoy it as best we can. Come on you ‘Orns.

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Mike, Jon, Jas and DCW convened in the balmy Friday night heat to discuss another absorbing night at the Vic, which saw Captain Tom score on his birthday, fan favourite Kamara see red, Yasser Asprilla make an eye-catching debut and most importantly, Watford claim the three points against a fellow promotion hopeful.

It’s good to be back to winning ways. Come on you ‘Orns.

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It was a tough watch but a welcome point; sensational then slack from Sarr, interspersed with some brilliance from Bachmann and defiant defending, all combining to mean the Hornets escaped the Hawthorns with what has to be deemed a lucky point.

As well as the West Brom debrief, Jon spoke to the incredible Ann Swanson at the recent Junior Hornets fun day, and another bona fide legend in the shape of Sir Nigel Gibbs, who was in attendance at the launch of the Vicarage Road centenary exhibition at Watford Museum.

Two legends, a legendary goal and a point on the road. What’s not to love? This is From the Rookery End. Come on you ‘Orns.

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The performance of our 'current' front three

Where Rob might still have work to do

Luther's response to being awarded Honoury Life President

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Jordi gives us an eyewitness account of the hornets final preseason game, Mike has lots to says about Gino Pozzo's transfer dealings and Jon asks are we dreaming of or demanding promotion for Watford FC? Plus we discuss the captaincy, the new kits and shrewd Pozzo business.

Season 13 of FTRE and season 100 at Vicarage Road is only days away. Here we go again…

COME ON YOU ORNS

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Under the watchful eyes of Jon, Mike, Jason, Jordi and DCW compete under draft conditions to competitivly pick the best XI of players who made their debut for the mighty hornets during the first 10 years of the Pozzo Era. So Foster, Deeney, Cathacart and Cleverly are out but the huge eccletic list of players the Pozzo network have hunted down.

There are some great players, who gave fans some memerable moments, and there are also some terrible ones, who you might have blocked from your memory..

You can look at the list here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1QoapVcQRhP_NDV8uWIWVNMMi5DbNVL_iq16wyKfnRQI/edit?usp=sharing

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In a typically open and honest chat, we discussed:

What went wrong at Watford last year

Troy’s thoughts on Rob Edwards

Being reunited with John Eustace

What will happen when he scores against Watford, and much much more.

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One of the big stories of recent weeks has been the appointment of new Head Coach Rob Edwards, and we were recently lucky enough to spend some time with him at Vicarage Road. In this very special podcast, you’ll get to hear exactly what he said.

Mike, Jon and Jas chat to the new man about a host of topics including learning from Graham Taylor and Kenny Jackett, what his friends thought when he took the precarious job at WD18, his style of play and hopes and expectations for the new season.

Rob (as you’ll hear him insist we call him!) is open and honest and we think the chat will make for a great listen.

It’s a new era at Vicarage Road; this is your opportunity to hear directly form the man charged with making it a successful one. Welcome to Watford, Rob.

Come on you ‘Orns!

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