Memories in pictures of defender Steve Terry's Watford career

Terry came through the Vicarage Road youth ranks alongside Kenny Jackett, making his debut in a 5-0 drubbing at Sunderland in April 1980.

The muscular and aerially strong centre-half, who became well known for the protective plaster he wore on his forehead during games, went on to make a total of 208 league and cup appearances over the next eight years, the most significant undoubtedly being the 1984 FA Cup Final.

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Take a look at these pictures from our archive that you may not have seen for many years of Terry’s career at Vicarage Road.

Steve Terry and Kenny Jackett signing their contracts. (Image: Watford Observer)

The defender heads towards the target against Cambridge. (Image: Watford Observer)

Terry takes a punch to the back of the head from goalkeeping legend Pat Jennings against Arsenal. (Image: Watford Observer)

The centre-half gets above the QPR goalkeeper to head towards the net. (Image: Watford Observer)

A defender protects himself as Terry plays in a cross. (Image: Watford Observer)

Terry in aerial action against Liverpool at Vicarage Road. (Image: Watford Observer)

The centre-half heads goalwards against Nottingham Forest. (Image: Watford Observer)

Terry shoots towards goal against Southampton. (Image: Watford Observer)

The defender is the first to celebrate. (Image: Watford Observer)