"Watford" has already fired its second coach this season and continues the tradition of often changing head coaches. It is officially announced that "Watford" has fired 70-year-old Claudio Ranieri who celebrated his birthday in October. It was in October that the Italian joined the "Watford" club. Since then, C. Ranieri has managed 13 matches for the London team in the Premier League. In the 13 Premier League matches, "Watford" has achieved two victories (against Everton away and Manchester United at home) and one draw (against Newcastle away). At the beginning of the season, "Watford" fired Xisco who led the team to the Premier League. Currently, the footballers of "Watford" in the highest division of England are in 19th position, trailing 2 points behind the safe zone.
Watford Football Club confirms the departure of Head Coach Claudio Ranieri. The Hornets' Board recognises Claudio as a man of great integrity and honour, who will always be respected here at Vicarage Road for his efforts in leading the team with dignity.