Watford vs West Brom Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

Just a point separates these two sides in the leaderboard.

In the heart of Watford, where the timeless charm of Cassiobury Park meets the roar of Vicarage Road, a town steeped in footballing passion and where historic pride comes alive with every goal and cheer, the Matchweek 21 of the EFL Championship fixtures takes us to the Vicarage Road where Watford are set to host West Bromwich.

Watford FC currently sit 8th in the Championship table, having won nine of their 19 matches so far. With just a point separating them from West Bromwich Albion, their upcoming clash holds significant importance. They will look to capitalize on their home advantage and break their recent streak of stalemates to return to winning ways under Tom Cleverley’s guidance. A victory could not only boost their momentum but also propel them into the top six, intensifying the playoff race. The match promises to be a crucial test of Watford’s resolve and ambition.

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— Watford Football Club (@WatfordFC) December 13, 2024

West Bromwich Albion currently occupy 6th place in the Championship table, bolstered by a 2-0 victory over Coventry City in their previous outing, courtesy of goals from Alex Mowatt and Karlan Grant. With the EFL Championship table exceptionally competitive this season, West Brom remain within striking distance of the top three. Riding on their recent unbeaten run, they will aim to maintain momentum and secure crucial points in their upcoming fixtures, starting with this away clash. This match presents an opportunity for West Brom to strengthen their push for a higher finish in the standings.

Kick-off:

Sunday, December 15, 2024 at 7:30 PM IST

Venue: Vicarage Road

Form:

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

West Bromwich (in all competitions): W-D-D-D-D

Players to watch out for:

Daniel Bachmann (Watford)

Daniel Bachmann, the 30-year-old Austrian goalkeeper from Wiener Neustadt, has had a well-travelled career, with stints at clubs like Stoke City, Watford, Rapid Wien, and Admira Wacker during his youth. Having made around 121 appearances for Watford, including a short loan spell at Kilmarnock, Bachmann has become a crucial figure in the Hornets’ defence. After seven years here, he will be looking to maintain his consistency and help secure a clean sheet in their upcoming match against West Bromwich Albion, bolstering his team’s hopes for a positive result.

Mikey Johnston (West Brom)

Mikey Johnston, the 25-year-old Scottish winger from Glasgow, began his career at Celtic and has since been loaned to various clubs, including Vitoria Guimarães and West Bromwich Albion. After impressing at West Bromwich, he was awarded a permanent contract and has made 14 appearances for the club.

Johnston has represented Scotland at both the U-19 and U-21 levels, earning over eight caps and scoring four goals. Additionally, since choosing to play for the Republic of Ireland, he has made 13 appearances and netted two goals. Recognized for his outstanding performances, Johnston was awarded the EFL Championship Player of the Month in March 2024. He will be eager to help West Bromwich Albion secure a victory in their upcoming match.

Match Facts:

• Watford have a 40% win accuracy over their opponent.
• They have won two in their last five matches.
• West Bromwich won a solitary game in their last five matches.

Watford vs West Brom Betting Tips and Odds:

• The hosts to win the match.
• Larouci to score first.
• Watford 1-0 West Brom

Injuries and Team News:

Watford will most likely miss the presence of Jeremy Ngakia and Tom Dele-Bashiru in the upcoming match.

For West Brom, Daryl Dike is set to miss the upcoming game.

Head To Head stats:

Total matches – 35

Watford won – 14

West Brom won – 10

Matches drawn – 11

Predicted Lineup:

Watford predicted lineup (3-4-2-1):

Bachmann (GK); Porteous, Sierralta, Pollock; Ngakia, Louza, Kayembe, Larouci; Ince, Chakvetadze; Bayo

West Bromwich predicted lineup (4-4-2):

Palmer (GK); Furlong, Holgate, Styles, Heggem; Fellows, Molumby, Mowatt, Johnston; Maja, Ahearne-Grant

Match Prediction:

Both teams are equally capable enough to get the better of each other. We expect the home side to clinch a much-needed win in a tightly contested fixture.

Prediction: Watford 1-0 West Brom

Telecast Details:

India – FanCode

UK – Sky Sports Football

US – CBS Sports Network, Paramount+

Nigeria – No Telecast

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