Nigel Gibbs

Gibbs’s career playing for Watford spanned an incredible 20 years, between 1982 and 2002, in turn making him the clubs longest serving player ever. He made his debut at the age of 17 in 1983. He was a dependable right back and was consistent through out his spell appearing for the club. Gibbs suffered an injury which kept him out of the game for two years in 1993, however he fought off injury to continue playing for the club he loves. Gibbs made his final appearance for Watford in April 2002 and then went on to serve as the clubs coach for three seasons, eventually being released in the summer of 2006.

David James

James started his goal keeping career with Watford in 1990 and went on to become England’s first choice goal keeper the following decade. James spent two successful seasons at Watford between 1990 and 1992, in total notching up 98 appearances for        the club during the two seasons. He then moved to Liverpool in the summer of 1992, spending seven seasons at the club. He was one of the finest goal keepers during his era, however he is well known for making major blunders, this in turn earned him the nickname of, ‘Calamity James.’ He went on to play for Aston Villa, West ham, Man City and he is currently goal keeper of Portsmouth.

John McClelland

McClelland’s football career really took off when he played for Glasgow Rangers, winning a Scottish cup winners medal during his time at the club. In the summer of 1986, Watford purchased the player for £225,000, he repaid the club instantly with his outstanding performances. He spent six years at the club, leaving in 1991. He later on played for Notts County, St Johnstone, Carrick Rangers and Arbroath. He is one of Northern Irelands greatest ever players, winning 53 caps representing his nation.