Watford

American

[wot-ferd] / ˈwɒt fərd /

noun

a city in Hertfordshire, SE England, N of London.

Watford British

/ ˈwɒtfəd /

noun

a town in SE England, in SW Hertfordshire: light industries, services. Pop: 120 960 (2001)

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Centre-back Max Alleyne, recalled from Championship side Watford to aid the injury crisis, stepped up to the biggest stage but struggled on his Champions League debut and was culpable for the first two goals.

From BBC

Millwall boss Alex Neil saluted his team's desire after a 2-0 victory at play-off rivals Watford.

From Barron's

It had forced Guardiola to recall academy product Max Alleyne from his loan spell at Watford.

From BBC

Joshua, who was born in Watford, has family roots in Sagamu - a town in Ogun state, near the crash site.

From BBC

Joshua, who was born in Watford to Nigerian parents, was on holiday in Nigeria after his win over Jake Paul in Miami on 19 December.

From BBC

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