Watford defeated Hansa Rostock 3-0 in a pre-season friendly.
What happened?
The German third-tier side took over Vicarage Road, with 6,000 fans attending the match. The atmosphere was remarkable, with the visitors creating a bonanza for town centre pubs.
Why it matters for Watford
The match was a celebration of Hansa Rostock's 60th birthday, and the team's fans certainly left a mark on the town. A robust police operation was put in place for the fixture, due to the fanbase's controversial reputation.
What comes next?
Watford is currently preparing for the new season, with their next fixture vs West Ham on 2026-08-29, after finishing 16th in Championship with 57 points, 14W-15D-17L from 46 games, and a recent form of LLLLL. The team scored 53 goals and conceded 65, with a goal difference of -12, and are 38 points behind leaders Coventry. Their last result was a 0-4 loss to Coventry on 2026-05-02, and they have lost their last two matches, with a recent form of 0W-0D-2L.
