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Do Not Scratch Your Eyes
by Do Not Scratch Your Eyes
Ever wondered what it’s really like to support Watford FC? Well now you can find out as Justin, Carl and Peter guide you through the highs and lows with the help of fellow fans, ex-players and celebrity hornets. We are a podcast by stupid fans for fans who have patience and a low level of expectations as to what a podcast should deliver. This Podcast has been created and uploaded by Do Not Scratch Your Eyes.
Episodes
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WATFORD v CHARLTON ATHLETIC | THE OPPOSITION VIEW
With Watford still picking up the pieces from two fairly spectacular collapses, Charlton Athletic arrive at Vicarage Road on Saturday for a game that may well be overshadowed by events off the pitch. We catch up with Louis from Charlton Live to discover how the Addicks are enjoying Championship...
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POST MATCH PHONE IN | CARDIFF CITY 5-1 WATFORD
A 5-1 defeat at Cardiff, a performance that barely warrants the description, and reports emerging during the game that Watford might be preparing to dispense with yet another head coach. Justin, battling a dreadful cold, and Carl take the reins for a post-match phone-in that rapidly becomes about...
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CARDIFF CITY v WATFORD | THE OPPOSITION VIEW
Watford head to Cardiff on Tuesday night for the third instalment of our Welsh trilogy, and we catch up with old friend Ben from View from the Ninian to find out how life is treating the Bluebirds. After a brief excursion into League One, Cardiff are back in the Championship with a manager in…
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WATFORD v BURNLEY | OPPOSITION VIEW
The international break is finally over and Watford return to Vicarage Road to face a Burnley side whose season has taken a rather unexpected turn. Old friend Joe from TurfCast joins us to explain how a club recently accustomed to bouncing between the Championship and Premier League has instead...
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Pozzo Tax trial a DNSYE "Preview" Special
We’re trying something new at DNSYE — PREVIEW, our attempt to fill some of the space left behind by programmes and fanzines, combining longer-form written pieces with the usual podcast discussion. And for the first proper outing, Peter has chosen something reassuringly straightforward: Spanish…
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POST MATCH PHONE IN | BCFC 1-0 WFC
Watford go into the international break after a 1–0 defeat at Bristol City and another evening that exposed just how stretched the squad has become. Players are filling unfamiliar positions, others are still searching for fitness, and callers largely sympathise with Alessio Dionisi as he tries to...
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BRISTOL CITY v WATFORD | THE OPPOSITION VIEW
Watford head to Bristol City after a Stoke performance where the hospitality was excellent, the company delightful and unfortunately somebody eventually produced a football. We revisit Amin Nabizada’s latest ridiculous finish, a midfield currently available in travel size only, and the continuing...
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POST MATCH PHONE IN | WFC 1-2 SCFC
Watford lose 2–1 at home to Stoke in a game where the scoreline does the performance considerably more favours than Watford managed to do themselves. We discuss being comprehensively outplayed in midfield, a side already looking worryingly leggy, players being asked to play through problems, and…
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THE POST MATCH PHONE IN | WFC 2-1 PNEFC
Watford somehow turn a first half described variously as “dog shit”, “abject” and “turgid” into a 2–1 win over Preston. We discuss a victory apparently retrieved from several feet inside the jaws of defeat, an enormous intervention from Federico Ravaglia and whether Alessio Dionisi’s greatest...
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WATFORD V STOKE CITY | THE OPPOSITION VIEW
Watford welcome Stoke with the season already threatening to turn from a run into a trend and a trend into a crisis — which at Watford traditionally takes about half an hour. We look back at the late-window recruitment, an injury list doing its best impression of a subscription service, and a...
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WATFORD V PRESTON NE | OPPOSITION VIEW
Preston at home, so we’re joined once again by Ollie from the Butter Pie Podcast, who arrives “living the dream” while Preston sit pointless at the bottom of the Championship before Saturday win over Blackburn. We discuss former Hornet Caleb Wiley providing one small glimmer of hope, the loss of...
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THE POST MATCH PHONE IN PT 2 | WBAFC 1-0 WFC
Part Two begins with Groundhog Day looming and the discovery that Dionisi may be approaching the Rob Edwards Barometer considerably earlier than anybody wanted. Tuesday therefore becomes Huge Day, before being upgraded to Super Huge Day, while the proposed tactical solution to Watford’s…
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THE POST MATCH PHONE IN PT 1 | WBAFC 1-0 WFC
Watford lose 1–0 at West Brom, but apparently we’re now a much more likeable team, which is fortunate because we’re becoming increasingly difficult to assemble. Four injured full-backs means Albert Eames gets introduced to Championship football at the Hawthorns, Kayembe becomes an emergency...
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THE POST MATCH PHONE IN PART TWO | SCFC2-0 WFC
PART TWO Then the transfer window starts behaving like Supermarket Sweep for footballers. Having had approximately seven weeks to buy some centre-backs, Watford suddenly remember with minutes remaining that this might be useful. Samuela Coulibaly arrives. Stephy Mavididi arrives. Other deals...
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THE POST MATCH PHONE IN PART 1 | SCFC 2-0 WFC
PART ONE Swansea 2, Watford 0. The better team won, which inconveniently leaves us without anyone to blame. We discuss the enormous Bove-shaped hole in midfield, Watford’s inability to match Swansea’s pace and power, and some genuinely encouraging signs. Meanwhile, Pete Ryan reports from…
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WEST BROM V WATFORD OPPOSITION VIEW
West Brom away, so we welcome back Kev — a man dragged into the DNSYE universe years ago when another guest failed to turn up and an innocent phone call suddenly required him to predict Leeds v Watford. He inexplicably continues answering our calls. We discuss James Morrison, renewed Baggies...
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SWANSEA CITY V WATFORD | THE OPPOSITION VIEW
Swansea away. On a Tuesday night. Obviously. We preview another delightful dash down the M4 by speaking to Luke from Swans Cast, who appears worryingly optimistic about Swansea’s summer recruitment, their new signings and Alan Matos’ developing side. Meanwhile, we successfully establish that the...
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THE POST MATCH PHONE IN PT 2 | WATFORD 1-1 WEST HAM
Part 2 of the reaction after a bewlidering and rain sodden draw but a lot of pride in the player, Dionisi and an eye on the window shutting on Tuesday night. Ben thinks we're all entitled whingers and others see things differently - and that's alright, one thing we all have in common - no one saw…
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THE POST MATCH PHONE IN PT 1 | WATFORD 1-1 WEST HAM
Hear the reaction following a committed performance from the Hornets, a wonder goal by Amin Nabizada and a defensive clanger from Kevin Keben that has to be seen to be believed - however the former Toulouse defender earns some sympathy and respect for react to the epic brain fart!!! COYH!! This...
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WATFORD V WEST HAM | THE OPPOSITION VIEW
We chat with West Ham and Murwalls all round good egg about football murals, West Ham post winning the Europe Conference league in 2023 and the London stadium and we go through our predictions for the match whilst Brett has a strange out of body experience (yet again!!) COYH!! This Podcast has…
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POST MATCH PHONE IN PART 2 | AFCW 1-1 WFC
Hear the final thoughts of the callers following the draw in North Wales, we discuss Weymouth and Cult heroes!! COYH!! This Podcast has been created and uploaded by Do Not Scratch Your Eyes. Huge thanks to all our Patreons: Chris Giannone, RichWFC2, Steve Holliman, Paul Fiander Turner, Sean...
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POST MATCH PHONE IN PART 1 | AFCW 1-1 WFC
Hear the initial reaction to the draw at the Racecourse - everybody is in good spirits because of the team and the effort and of course the Head Coach - but with the window ever closing and injuries stacking up - the question of signings is never far away. COYH!! This Podcast has been created and...
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AFC WREXHAM v WATFORD | THE OPPOSITION VIEW
Pete chats to Nathan from Rob, Ryan, Red about the transfer window & the first game. Meantime Carl and Justin fail to toss a coin to anyone's satisfaction, we talk about the "dirty net curtain" third shirt plus new travel advice as Carl leans out of a window following an incident at Moor Park…
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THE POST MATCH PHONE IN PART 2 - WFC 2-1 SFC
The final calls after a welcome opening game win over the Saints on a day when we remember the one and only Kenny Jackett!! COYH!! This Podcast has been created and uploaded by Do Not Scratch Your Eyes. Huge thanks to all our Patreons: Chris Giannone, RichWFC2, Steve Holliman, Paul Fiander…
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THE POST MATCH PHONE IN PT1 - WFC 2-1 SFC
Pete is back and everyone is a bit taken aback!! A fancied side for promotion who had lost in about a gazillion games and we were the superior team for all the 1st half. What's more we were aggressive and we suspect - horrible to play against!! Ok the 2nd half wasn't as good but this was a...
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WATFORD V SOUTHAMPTON | THE OPPOSITION VIEW
Pete catches up with Martin from Football Martin about a difficult summer for the Saints and the Still family. Justin's mood is not improved and Carl wants to toss a coin whilst Pete rummages through his mums drinks cabinet and bemoans sell by dates!! COYH!! This Podcast has been created and...
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Something for the Weekend?
This week we're asking whether Hansa Rostock have completed football's greatest PR makeover, why Watford still look desperately short where it matters, and whether we're actually watching Udinese B. There's also a serious discussion on supporter culture, "Cesspit FC", loving the club while hating...
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Upcoming 26/27: Is it our sixth or seventh season - we've forgotten!!
The chaps gather virtually ahead of the Hansa Rostock friendly to discuss the summer comings, goings, sad departures and lack of arrivals to date. Justin grumbles about the shirt (which will be a surprise to no one). We go again! This Podcast has been created and uploaded by Do Not Scratch Your...
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Can Carlos convince that lot up the road - that he is one of them!!
Carlos ventures on to the radio undercover to try to convince Lu#on support comedian Olaf Falafel that he is one of them - how well can he do? This Podcast has been created and uploaded by Do Not Scratch Your Eyes. Huge thanks to all our Patreons: Chris Giannone, RichWFC2, Steve Holliman, Paul...
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DIONISI JOINS THE CIRCUS!
The latest entrant to the managers office is Alessio Dionisi. Pete takes a look at his track record and his previous ability to get a top 8 place - which next season seems even more important - even though he has never gone up via a play off. Reactions are mainly caustic but that is more to do…
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Kenny Jackett RIP
A golden boy from two golden eras leaves us and Pete gives a brief synopsis of a football man who did so much for our club - and indeed as a manager - for other clubs. Thanks Kenny. This Podcast has been created and uploaded by Do Not Scratch Your Eyes. Huge thanks to all our Patreons: Chris...
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HORNETS PULL THE UNDER 21'S AND THE IMPLICATIONS EPPP
Pete takes Justin through his thoughts on the club removing the Under 21 side from the academy, the inevitable implications for our academy status and also explains some of the background around the much mentioned "EPPP" COYH!! This Podcast has been created and uploaded by Do Not Scratch Your…
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PLAYER REVIEW AND KEEP BIN 25/26 - PART THREE
Justin and Pete are once again joined by Neal and Greg to go through the final player reviews with your marks out of ten, comments and whether they should stay or go. Finally 25/26 (from a DNSYE perspective) is laid to rest! COYH!! This Podcast has been created and uploaded by Do Not Scratch Your...
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PLAYER REVIEW AND KEEP BIN 25/26 - PART TWO
Justin and Pete are joined once again not only by Greg but also Neal Silverstein as we poor over players progress or lack of it from Squad number 10 through 20! No vol-au-vents were harmed in the making of this podcast. COYH!! This Podcast has been created and uploaded by Do Not Scratch Your…
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PLAYER REVIEW AND KEEP BIN 25/26 - PART ONE
Yes that's right - even us nailing down the lid of the coffin of this season is being drawn out!!! For part one we are joined by Wendover Horn to go through your scores and our thoughts. COYH!! This Podcast has been created and uploaded by Do Not Scratch Your Eyes. Huge thanks to all our…
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ED STILL DEPARTS - FAN REACTION
The worst kept secret in football was finally confirmed as a short and slightly terse announcement confirmed that Ed was parting ways with the Hornets. Here is the initial reaction in the minutes that followed the inevitable confirmation. COYH!! This Podcast has been created and uploaded by Do…
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WFC 0-4 COVENTRY CITY | POST MATCH PHONE IN PART TWO
Part two of the fan chat from the worst end of season run in that most can remember. Scott Duxbury's comments once again receive attention but frankly most fans simply now want a break from a campaign that has bought very little harmony to the club - will it be more of the same next season? We…
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WFC 0-4 COVENTRY CITY | POST MATCH PHONE IN PART ONE
Well the champions were in town and very superior they looked after a reasonably entertaining half time in the second period Watford were truly wretched once gain. However it is Scott Duxbury's words and the inevitable departure of the hapless Ed Still that also get the fans attentions! COYH!!…
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WATFORD v COVENTRY CITY | THE OPPOSITION VIEW
Pete and Justin chat with Cameron from All Things Sky Blue about Coventry's season and how their ownership has made the right big decisions to reclaim a spot in the top flight. The prediction league spirals into another potential multiverse and most of all we give thanks that this season is, at...
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WATFORD FC WOMEN 2-4 AFC BOURNEMOUTH
This didn't quite go according to the script as the visitors came to Vicarage Road with a point to prove and a game plan and despite staging what looked like being a comeback the Cherries left deservedly with the points on the day - but then the celebrations of the season were not going to be...
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MFC 5-1 WFC | POST MATCH PHONE IN
Watford had a nightmare and then X/Twitter had a nightmare - here is a slightly better version than those who listened live got!! Thanks for bearing with us everyone. A really bad day at the office for Ed Still despite a first half where we were unlucky to be 2-0 down the second half was simply...
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MIDDLESBRO V WATFORD | THE OPPOSITION VIEW
Pete is joined by Dana from both "The Boro Breakdown" and also our own "Project 46" to discuss Boro, Rob Edwards and a season where automatic promotion has slipped from their grasp. Justin and Pete discuss what things could be made from a surplus of blue Elton John Shirts and the prediction…
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POST MATCH PHONE IN PART TWO | WBA 3-0 WFC
Hear the rest of the calls and comments following a humbling match at the Hawthorns that should have the hierarchy and owners analysing their own performance as well as the Head coach and players! COYH!! This Podcast has been created and uploaded by Do Not Scratch Your Eyes. Huge thanks to all…
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POST MATCH PHONE IN PART ONE | WBA 3-0 WFC
Yet another defeat, yet another incoherent, disjointed performance, another fail to register on the score sheet and another step closer to this group of players being able to be anywhere else than playing for Watford, for this season and for others altogether. A lot of anger is aimed at the owner...
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POST MATCH PHONE IN | WFC 0-2 SUFC
Hear the reaction to a ghastly performance against the Blades where the visitors barely had to get out of first gear to gain the points at the Vic COYH!! This Podcast has been created and uploaded by Do Not Scratch Your Eyes. Huge thanks to all our Patreons: Chris Giannone, RichWFC2, Steve...
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WEST BROM V WATFORD | OPPOSITION VIEW
Pete and Justin chat with Kev of "Where's Kev" fame about the Baggies downward slide of a season and if James Morrison is the right man for the job after two managers who weren't seemingly up to the job. COYH!! This Podcast has been created and uploaded by Do Not Scratch Your Eyes. Huge thanks to...
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WATFORD V SHEFFIELD UNITED | THE OPPOSITION VIEW
Justin and Pete chat with Chad (not Brad) about the Blades season and why he is not in the "Chris Wilder cult". We discover more than we expected about Georgia Bulldogs and tailgate parties in the US before Brett decides to include photocopiers in the rolling of the dice for the prediction…
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POST MATCH PHONE IN PART TWO | OUFC 2-0 WFC
The remaining calls as we pick over the ashes of the game at the "Kassam". COYH!! This Podcast has been created and uploaded by Do Not Scratch Your Eyes. Huge thanks to all our Patreons: Chris Giannone, RichWFC2, Steve Holliman, Paul Fiander Turner, Sean Gourley, Lee Anselmo, John Parslow, Mark…
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POST MATCH PHONE IN PART ONE | OUFC 2-0 WFC
Frankly a shameful performance against a side that sits in the relegation zone. Everyone knows their threat comes from set pieces and to add insult to injury they played us off the park and by the end were well overdue the second goal - good luck to United they put out a team that cared - the...
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Ever wondered what it’s really like to support Watford FC? Well now you can find out as Justin, Carl and Peter guide you through the highs and lows with the help of fellow fans, ex-players and celebrity hornets. We are a podcast by stupid fans for fans who have patience and a low level of expectations as to what a podcast should deliver.
This Podcast has been created and uploaded by Do Not Scratch Your Eyes.
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