In the last 17 Championship games, Watford have taken just 10 points from a possible 51, they are the division's lowest scorers and the first-half apocalypse against Burnley felt like a tipping point

Four defeats in the last five games have left Watford looking over their shoulders - and their way form is so poor they MUST take points at home to keep the dreaded dotted line at bay

The nature of knee ligament injuries means the Hornets won't be tempted to rush their midfield dynamo back from a lengthy lay-off - and head coach Alessio Dionisi is innately cautious about restoring long-term absentees

Only the second man, after Graham Taylor, to lead Watford into the top flight 20 years ago was hit by a shattering medical revelation at a frighteningly young age. Here he tells the story of the day the sky caved in - and how mentoring has helped him give something back to the game

Half a century ago, an 18-year-old kid with bags of pace and raw potential announced himself by scoring on his full Watford debut. The Watford Word says it's time to recognise his invincible place in the fans' affections with a permanent tribute

Watford's two-time Player of the Season has died suddenly at the age of 57, but he belongs in the Hornets' pantheon of special goalkeepers. A personal tribute to one of the club's most under-rated legends

At 36, and without a first-team appearance in England since December 2024, the Hornets have added Antonio's experience and know-how to their front line

The 2-1 win against Preston was the 14th time in Watford's history, all of them since 2015, that the Hornets have fielded a starting XI featuring 11 different nationalities

Nine goals in 34 starts does not scream a prolific record, but Watford's Mali international striker is aiming much higher capping a fine personal display with the winner against Preston