The 2021-22 campaign delivered ultimate disappointment for Watford, as The Hornets finished a crushing 19th in the Premier League and were immediately relegated back to the Championship. The season was defined by a chaotic lack of stability, with the club cycling through three different managers, Xisco, Claudio Ranieri, and finally, veteran Roy Hodgson, who ultimately could not arrest the slide. Amid the turmoil, the one beacon of quality was the electric new forward Emmanuel Dennis, whose 10 goals proved vital, including a crucial strike in the memorable 4-1 victory over Manchester United. Despite Dennis's efforts, the season remains a painful chapter that saw the club descend after just one year back in the top flight.