Watford: August 2008 - news archive

We can get goals - Boothroyd

WatfordAidy Boothroyd feels there are still goals in the Watford side in the absence of Grzegorz Rasiak, calling for the burden to be spread.

Striker blow rocks Hornets

WatfordWatford have lost loan striker Grzegorz Rasiak for up to six weeks with a shoulder injury.

Boothroyd happy to scrape through

WatfordAdrian Boothroyd admitted Watford were lucky to be in the Carling Cup third round after their extra-time win over Darlington.

Frontman hopes for cup run

WatfordWatford striker Will Hoskins is hopeful that the Hornets can progress in the Carling Cup and insists it's still a 'big competition'.

Keeper dilemma for Boothroyd

WatfordWatford keeper Richard Lee is pushing for a recall at Nottingham Forest while Grzegorz Rasiak should start.

Boothroyd backs out of Bamba bid

WatfordHornets boss Aidy Boothroyd has decided not to push through with a deal to sign Ivory Coast defender Soulamayne Bamba.

Hornets keeper is back

WatfordGoalkeeper Richard Lee is set to return to first-team contention after keeping a clean sheet for the reserves against Leyton Orient.

Hornets confident of hitman goals

WatfordAdrian Boothroyd is confident that new loan signing Grzegorz Rasiak will fire in the goals for Watford in the Championship this season.

Priskin tipped to start

WatfordTamas Priskin looks set to lead the line as Watford host Charlton at Vicarage Road on Saturday in their second Championship game.

Darlington date for Hornets

WatfordDarlington have been draw to face Watford in the second round of the Carling Cup after their defeat of Walsall.

Aidy's striker hopes

WatfordWatford boss Aidy Boothroyd is confident striker Will Hoskins is ready to finally fulfill his potential with the Hornets.

Hornets set for keeper switch

WatfordAidy Boothroyd has indicated he could play most of his first-team in Watford's Carling Cup tie with Bristol Rovers tonight.

Cruz control for Hornets

WatfordWatford have delayed the signing of right-back Ulises De La Cruz after making a new striker signing their priority.

Hornets confirm star disciplinary rap

WatfordWatford say Al Bangura was sent home from a pre-season trip to Austria for disciplinary reasons and he'll miss the Crystal Palace game.

Aidy's tough month

WatfordWatford boss Aidy Boothroyd admits his side's success this season will depend on his transfer dealings this month.

Hornets ace to make Prem return

WatfordBolton are poised to sign Danny Shittu from Watford in a deal worth £2m which will allow Abdoulaye Meite to finally leave the Reebok.

Moses parts company on loan

WatfordHereford United have signed Watford's ex-England Under-19 striker Moses Ashikodi on loan until the New Year.

Shittu urged to stay

WatfordWatford defender Jay DeMerit has urged Dan Shittu to stay and help the Hornets bounce back from last season's play-off disappointment.

Hornets transfer funds topped up

WatfordIt's been revealed that Watford will gain around £200,000 following the sale of ex-trainee Chris Eagles to Championship rivals Burnley.