A hard fought battle that ends in defeat.

We hosted our new Under-9s and their families at our annual signing event last week, showcasing what they can expect from their time in the academy 👏 Welcome to the family 💛

Amin Nabizada has been called up to the England Under-18s squad for their double header against Morocco 👊 Read more here 👇

A season to be proud of across all age groups at the Watford FC Academy 💛 From cup winners and finalists to stars stepping up to the first-team 👏 It's been a campaign of success through every level 💪 Now, we look ahead with excitement to the 2025/26 season 🐝

Want to work in an academy? We are looking for a Casual Academy Foundation Phase (FDP) Coach 👇

ℹ️ Our 2024/25 retained and released list has been confirmed. Wishing every departing player continued success in their future 💛

There is another chance to work in our academy! Find more details about our Academy PDP Physical Performance Coach (Under-18) role 👇

An assist for Amin Nabizada in an impressive win over Morocco! Well done, Amin 👏

Amin Nabizada representing the Three Lions 🦁

“The main thing that I would take away is the whole experience and turning from a boy into a man.” Read here for an exclusive interview on Jack Grieves' time in Scotland 👇

Jimmy Gilligan is set to depart the Hornets after four incredible years as Academy Head of Technical Development. Thank you for everything, Jimmy 💛

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Here's a look at the best goals from an outstanding season across all our age groups 🤩

Jonathan Macaulay and Josh Mullins had successful loan spells at (C) 𝗕𝗲𝗱𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗙𝗖 | 𝗘𝘀𝘁 𝟭𝟵𝟬𝟴, where they helped guide the team to the title! 🏆 Read more about their experience 👇

Camon champions! 🇫🇷🏆 Our Under-15s took top honours in France last weekend - winning five out of six games👊 Brilliant job, lads! 👏

Back in the building 👊

ℹ️ Watford is delighted to announce the appointment of former midfielder Micah Hyde as Academy Head of Coaching. Welcome back to the Hornets, Micah! 🤝

The midfield duo is reunited 🐝

ℹ️ Under-18s Lead Coach Matt Bevans has left the club to join the backroom staff at Plymouth Argyle. Thank you to Matt and best wishes for the future 🐝

He's here 🗣️