Watford vs Middlesbrough Predictions

Watford vs Middlesbrough is scheduled for kick off on 05 October, at 15:00. The game is set to take place at Vicarage Road, with Matt Donohue officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Watford currently holding the 14th position in the table 7 points behind Middlesbrough. Watford have won 2 English Football League - Championship matches against Middlesbrough out of the last 4 they have played. After their recent draw with Sheff Wed, Watford aims to claim a win. Watford have won 12 of their last 23 English Football League - Championship matches at Vicarage Road. Middlesbrough's away record stands at 7 victories from 23 games. Following their 2-0 loss to Coventry, Middlesbrough is determined to bounce back with a win against Watford.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Watford have scored over 1.5 goals in 70% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 74% of games. Their total stands at 53 goals and 169 shots on target this English Football League - Championship season. Meanwhile, Middlesbrough have scored 64 goals with 216 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 65% of matches but conceded in 72% of games.

In their last 4 head-to-head clashes, Watford scored 6 goals while Middlesbrough scored 7 goals. Their last match on 15 February 2025 ended in 1-0 to Watford.