Watford makes 11 changes, suffers 5-1 defeat to Peterborough in Carabao Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 10:28 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Watford's youthful squad faced a difficult test in the Carabao Cup, losing 5-1 to Peterborough United at Vicarage Road. Manager Alessio Dionisi acknowledged that the young players, many of whom were under 20, are not yet ready for first-team competition. Despite a solid start to their league season, Watford's focus now shifts to their upcoming Championship match against West Ham. Dionisi cited the need for more experienced players to bolster the squad.
- •Watford made 11 changes from their last match.
- •They lost 5-1 against Peterborough United in the Carabao Cup second round.
- •Alessio Dionisi noted the young players' lack of readiness for first-team action.
- •Watford has four points from two games in the league this season.
- •The team prepares for a difficult match against West Ham next.
- 10:28 AMYahoo Sports — Youngsters 'not ready' says Watford boss Dionisi
"Watford boss Alessio Dionisi made 11 changes only to watch his young side be dumped out of the Carabao Cup by Peterborough.
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