1982–83 Watford F.C. season
| 1982–83 season | |
|---|---|
| Chairman | Elton John |
| Manager | Graham Taylor |
| Stadium | Vicarage Road |
| First Division | 2nd |
| FA Cup | Fifth round |
| League Cup | Third round |
| Football League Trophy | Quarter-final |
| Top goalscorer | League: Luther Blissett (27) All: Luther Blissett (33) |
During the 1982–83 English football season, Watford F.C. competed in the Football League First Division, after being promoted from the Second Division the previous season. Under Graham Taylor's management, Watford finished second in the First Division – their highest ever league finish. As a result, Watford qualified for European competition for the first time. Luther Blissett finished the season as the division's top scorer, with 27 league goals.