Show Notes
In a special edition of From the Rookery End, Mike is joined by Watford legend and former captain Troy Deeney for an honest, passionate and deeply personal conversation about the state of the club he still holds so close to his heart.
Troy reflects on the rise of Watford under the Pozzos, the standards that once held the dressing room together, and the moments when things began to unravel. He shares his account of the fallout following the 2019 FA Cup final, the breakdown of trust between players and ownership, and the decisions that he believes have gradually stripped Watford of the leadership, accountability and identity that once made the club successful.
But this isn't simply about pointing fingers. Troy challenges the players, the hierarchy and even those who have only recently spoken out. He discusses what needs to change, whether new ownership really is the answer, and why supporters must never lose sight of what makes Watford special.
It's a conversation full of remarkable insight, difficult truths, fond memories and genuine emotion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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