In a press release on the Watford website, the 47-year-old former star striker stated, “This decision was not taken lightly.” He mentioned that he had expressed his intention to reflect on certain matters after the last match on Saturday, and after careful consideration, he prioritized the welfare of the club in making this decision.
Watford, owned by the Italian Pozzo family, expressed their regret at accepting Zola’s resignation. They thanked him for consistently conducting himself with dignity and elegance.
The resignation comes in the wake of Watford’s recent 1-0 loss to Sheffield Wednesday on Saturday, marking their ninth consecutive match without a victory. The team currently holds the 13th position in the standings, having experienced a setback in the play-offs for promotion against Crystal Palace the previous spring.
