Last updated: 16:11, January 7, 2009
Watford news
The Hornets were formed in 1881, originally playing at the Cassio Road ground, before moving to their current home of Vicarage Road in 1922.
Graham Taylor, who has two spells in charge of the club, was Watford’s most successful manager. He led them to the FA Cup final in 1984 in his first spell and into the Premier League in his second spell.
Pop star Elton John is the club's honorary life president, while John Barnes is Watford’s most capped player – making 33 appearances for England during his time with the club.
Hornets to lose millions over exit
Saracens are reportedly in talks with Fulham about quitting their Watford groundshare and moving to Craven Cottage.
New era ahead
Despite his denials, Sir Elton John may yet be prepared to inject cash into Watford, if as expected he returns to the club this season.
Defender admits tough baptism
Hornets new-boy Jack Cork paid tribute to Scunthorpe's 1,200-strong FA Cup third round support after Watford won 1-0 on Saturday.
Hornets land Blues defender
Watford manager Brendan Rodgers has returned to Chelsea to sign young defender Jack Cork on loan until the end of the season.
Hornets ace talking kids through
Lee Williamson says he is revelling in the added responsibility that goes with being the senior starter in Watford's midfield recently.
Rodgers prepares his defence
Watford boss Brendan Rodgers has indicated he will build from the back after a rare clean sheet at QPR on Sunday.
French midfield interest
Watford are being linked with a move for Marseille midfielder Salim Arrache - who has been out on loan with Stade de Reims.
Let's stuff Robins - McAnuff
Watford winger Jobi McAnuff has urged his team-mates to pile more misery on Bristol City on Boxing Day.
Boss stings Hornets' Sinclair swoop claims
Brendan Rodgers has played down rumours that he will return to former club Chelsea to take striker Scott Sinclair to Watford on loan.
Hornets chief to seal his deal
New boss Brendan Rodgers has confirmed that he will sign his contract with Watford before the clash with Derby on Saturday.
Teenage starlet trial boost
Watford have beaten Middlesbrough to Slovak youngster Stanislav Cuprisin who is now on trial at Vicarage Road.
Wilson confirms exit fears
Interim chairman Andy Wilson has confirmed the fans' fears that Watford will have to sell players in January to ease the wage bill.
Smith might go - Rodgers
Watford boss Brendan Rodgers admits he may not be able to keep striker Tommy Smith if he receives an offer too good to turn down.
Rodgers has defence in mind
Brendan Rodgers has confirmed that he will be looking to secure some much-needed cover for the Watford defence in the January window.
Hornets chief hails first success
Brendan Rodgers has expressed his delight after securing his first victory in charge of Watford in Wednesday's 2-1 win against Norwich.
