Rob Edwards marked the start of his tenure as Watford FC Head Coach by meeting club staff and members of the press at Vicarage Road last week, as preparations for the 2022/23 season officially got underway.
The club confirmed the appointment of the 39-year-old last month, effective after the conclusion of the 2021/22 campaign, following his League Two title exploits at Forest Green Rovers.
Edwards joined Forest Green last summer following an exciting coaching journey that has seen him enjoy spells with the likes of AFC Telford United, Wolverhampton Wanderers and England, and he is now focused on steering the Hornets to an immediate Premier League return.
Ahead of pre-season training, the former Wales international took the opportunity to introduce himself to a number of people connected with the club internally and externally, and supporters can hear his early thoughts by following the links below…
From The Rookery End
Podcast presenters Mike Parkin, Jon Moonie and Jason Bailey spoke to the new Watford boss about a host of topics, including learning from Graham Taylor and Kenny Jackett and what his friends thought when he took the job.
The Athletic
Watford correspondent Adam Leventhal sums up his in-depth chat with Edwards in a detailed write-up, featuring the Head Coach’s career influences and how he hopes to have an impact on and off the field in Hertfordshire.
Click HERE to read the article (Athletic subscribers only).
WD18
Watch as presenters Jacob Culshaw and Sam Ucko sat down for a fun discussion with the former Aston Villa defender, who opened up about joining Watford, his coaching style and looking ahead to next season.
