Burnley vs Watford Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

The hosts are in the mix of two automatic qualification spots.

Burnley are set to host Watford next in the EFL Championship 2024-25. Both teams are unbeaten in their last five league games, so it would be interesting to see if any team here gets the other to break their unbeaten run.

Burnley FC are ought to be the favourites in this fixture. Guided by the English tactician Scott Parker, and playing in front of home fans, they have an added advantage in this English second-tier game. The side have been very fine this season, with 11 wins, eight draws, and only two losses in their 21 games. They are placed third with 41 points, four less than leaders Sheffield United, who they will face after this match.

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— Burnley FC (@BurnleyOfficial) December 18, 2024

Watford FC are also playing well lately. They are unbeaten in the last five league games and have a total of 34 points in 20 games. They have 10 wins, four draws and six losses. A win more would not only better their morale but also their position in the points table.

Kick-Off:

Saturday, December 21 at 08:30 PM IST

Location: Turf Moor

Form

Burnley FC (in all competitions): W-D-D-W-W

Watford FC (in all competitions): W-D-D-W-D

Players to Watch:

Jay Rodríguez (Burnley FC)

The veteran No. 9 hasn’t been a regular starter majorly, but he has still been of good impact for the squad. He started in seven games and was a substitute in nine. But seeing the subtle defence of Watford FC, he can be considered in the forward line by coach Parker.

He hails two goals in the 2024-25 Championship, one against Swansea and one against Stoke City, both came since game 15. So he is lately into goals, and fans would love to see the man who appeared in over 300 games for the club strike again.

Giorgi Chakvetadze (Watford FC)

The forward is one of the most versatile players in the squad. He loves to play from the attacking midfield but is also a pro when used as a left-winger or even a striker. He is good with the assists and has provided four already. He has also scored a goal, which came in the very first game of the season.

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— Watford Football Club (@WatfordFC) September 5, 2024

He is expected to start from the left wing, especially if Tom Cleverly decides on a 3-4-3 against a blunt attack of Burnley FC. He has the pace and the skills but needs more of the goal contributions. One against a top side like this one, who hail the best defence will surely give him more confidence. 

Match Facts:

• Both sides are unbeaten in their last five EFL Championship games.
• Burnley FC have faced the lowest number of goals (8) in the current league. 
• Watford FC have scored more goals than Burnley in the ongoing league.

Burnley vs Watford: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Burnley FC to win this game- 17/25 via Stake
• Tip 2: Over 2.5 goals – 107/100 via PariMatch
• Tip 3: Both teams to score – 99/100 via PariMatch

Injury & Team News

Burnley FC are reportedly having five injured players: Jordan Beyer, Aaron Ramsey, Hannes Delcroix, Mike Tresor, and Benson Manuel.

Visitors Watford FC are in a slightly better state, as they have only two major injuries to worry about: right-back Jeremy Ngakia, and midfielder Tom Dele-Bashiru.

Head to Head

Total Matches – 48

Burnley FC wins – 22

Watford FC wins – 14

Draws – 12

Predicted Lineup

Burnley predicted line-up (4-2-3-1)

Trafford (GK), Pires, Esteve, Humphreys, Riley; Cullen, Brownhill; Koleosho, Sarmiento, Anthony; Rodriguez

Watford predicted line-up (3-4-3)

Bachmann (GK), Pollock, Morris, Porteous; Vata, Louza, Sissoko, Ngakia; Chakvetadze, Bayo, Baah

Match Prediction for Burnley vs Watford

Burnley FC are expected to win this game easily for some factors. Firstly, they will have the home advantage. Secondly, they have the best defence in the league and Watford FC should find it tough to break. Lastly, Burnley are in better form than their opponents.

Prediction: Burnley FC 2-1 Watford FC

Telecast for Burnley vs Watford

India – FanCode

UK – Sky Sports Football

US – CBS Sports Network, Paramount+

Nigeria – No Telecast

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