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watfordobserver. co. uk > sport > 26251918. dionisis-english-improving-players-see-change

Dionisi's English 'improving' as Nani claims senior players 'see a change"

3+ hour, 46+ min ago  (715+ words) Gian Luca Nani claims Watford's senior players have seen a positive change to the mood at London Colney under head coach Alessio Dionisi, whose English is "improving". Nani acknowledged that the mentality of the players was "really down" at the…...

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watfordobserver. co. uk > sport > national > 26239144. jurgen-klopp-plays-links-germany-head-coach-role-world-cup-exit

Jurgen Klopp plays down links to Germany head coach role after World Cup exit

3+ day, 9+ hour ago  (515+ words) Jurgen Klopp has said it is "not the right moment" to talk about becoming head coach of Germany following their World Cup exit. The four-time world champions were knocked out of the tournament after a 4-3 penalty defeat to Paraguay in…...

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watfordobserver. co. uk > sport > 26162367. john-barnes-opens-battle-prostate-cancer

Ex-Watford star John Barnes reveals battle with prostate cancer

1+ mon, 58+ min ago  (389+ words) Watford and England legend John Barnes has opened up on his battle with prostate cancer, revealing he has undergone surgery. He spoke about his experience during an interview with Times Radio, in which he stressed that he is now "fine…...

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watfordobserver. co. uk > sport > national > 26157826. liverpool-open-andoni-iraola-talks

Liverpool open Andoni Iraola talks

1+ mon, 1+ day ago  (587+ words) Andoni Iraola is wanted to replace Arne Slot at Liverpool (Ben Whitley/PA) Liverpool have opened talks with Andoni Iraola about becoming their new head coach. Bournemouth's former boss was quickly identified as the primary target following the surprise sacking…...

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watfordobserver. co. uk > news > 26073729. watford-metropolitan-line-trains-disrupted-bank-holiday

Watford underground trains face disruption over Bank Holiday weekend

2+ mon, 1+ day ago  (242+ words) Watford passengers are set to face disruption on the Metropolitan Line over the Bank Holiday weekend. The northwestern portion of the line is shut on all three days of the long weekend from today (May 2) until Monday (May 4). This means…...

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watfordobserver. co. uk > sport > 25994244. the-lack-consistency-really-caused-us-problems

Still: 'The lack of consistency has caused us problems"

2+ mon, 4+ week ago  (529+ words) Ed Still accepts Watford's defeat at QPR was the latest show of inconsistency in selection and performance that has prevented his side from kicking on since he took charge in February. The Hornets put up a late fight at Loftus…...

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watfordobserver. co. uk > sport > 25909450. championship-play-offs-expand-six-teams-2026-27

Championship play-offs to expand to six teams from 2026/27, EFL confirm

3+ mon, 4+ week ago  (262+ words) The EFL have confirmed that the Championship play-offs will expand to six teams from the 2026/27 season. Watford were among the 72 clubs involved in the extraordinary general meeting this week, the vote requiring a majority in the Championship and across the…...

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watfordobserver. co. uk > sport > 25814301. gracia-plans-talk-pozzo-swansea-defeat

Gracia plans to talk with Pozzo after Swansea defeat

5+ mon, 2+ day ago  (392+ words) Javi Gracia plans to talk with Watford owner Gino Pozzo "tonight, as soon as possible" after his team's 2-0 defeat to Swansea City at Vicarage Road. The Hornets fell behind early in the second half and failed to muster a response,…...

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watfordobserver. co. uk > sport > 25809535. gracia-watford-difficult-moment-need-fans

Gracia: Watford in a 'difficult moment' and 'really need support' from home fans

5+ mon, 4+ day ago  (594+ words) Javi Gracia called for the Vicarage Road faithful to throw their support behind Watford, who are "short of numbers" for Saturday's home match against Swansea City and "need to sign new players" across the defence. Centre-back Mattie Pollock and winger…...

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watfordobserver. co. uk > sport > 25786481. five-talking-points-watfords-1-1-draw-portsmouth

Five talking points after Watford held by Pompey

5+ mon, 1+ week ago  (540+ words) Watford lost more valuable points in their bid for the play-offs as they were forced to come from behind to secure a 1-1 draw against struggling Portsmouth at Vicarage Road tonight. The Hornets" performance once again fell short of the level…...

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