Defender Neil played less than twenty games for Watford yet they included some of the biggest games in the club’s history. He later returned to set up the Former Players Association.
John Barnes
Arguably the finest player ever to play for Watford, John joined Watford at the age of 17 after being spotted playing for non-league Sudbury Court. He went on to make nearly 300 appearances for the club over six seasons, before joining Liverpool in 1987.
Les Taylor
Midfielder Les joined the club from Oxford United in 1980 and captained the team in the FA Cup Final in 1984.
Nigel Callaghan
Talented right winger Nigel came through the youth team and made his debut in 1980. He left the club in 1987 but made a brief return on loan in 1991.
Kenny Jackett
Kenny came through the youth ranks and played for Watford between 1980 and 1990 before retiring with a knee injury. He then held various coaching roles at the club, including managing the first team for one season.
Steve Terry
Centre-half Steve came through the youth system and made his debut in 1980. He went on to play in Europe and the FA Cup Final for the club.
Steve Sherwood
Goalkeeper Steve played in all four divisions, Europe and the Cup Final for Watford and spent ten seasons at the club.