On 22 May, Watford announced their initial pre-season schedule, with friendlies against Reading (behind closed doors), Boreham Wood, Stevenage, Gillingham, Wycombe Wanderers and Brentford.

[76] On 13 June, they added an away match against Scottish side Hibernian.

Source: Soccerway On 26 June, the Championship fixtures were announced.

[80] Win Draw Loss Fixtures Watford joined the FA Cup at the third round stage, and were drawn away against Fulham.

[90] On 28 August, Watford drew against the prior season's Premier League champions Manchester City in an away clash at the Etihad Stadium.