Leeds United travels to Watford hoping a victory will put further daylight between them and the relegation zone. Who will come out on top? Read our free predictions and betting picks for the game here.
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Bookmaker Ratings prediction one: Full-Time Result – Leeds United – 2.5
Bookmaker Ratings prediction two: Over 2.5 goals in the match – 1.73
Goal – JOÃO PEDRO
Assist – HODGSON pic.twitter.com/rzFtboa3uW— Watford Football Club (@WatfordFC)
Leeds United to win
Leeds have turned things around under new head coach, Jesse Marsch, as they have claimed seven points from nine after defeats in Marsch’s first two games in charge.
Watford have lost four out of their last six matches and eight home games in a row. With 34 goals conceded at home, the Hornets also hold the league’s worst home defensive record.
Over 2.5 goals in the match
Twenty out of Leeds’ 31 Premier League matches this season has seen over 2.5 goals, including nine of their last 12. Four out of Watford’s last six matches have had over 2.5 goals.
Leeds matches average a league high 3.32 goals per game, with Watford’s matches coming in at 2.87 goals per game.
Preliminary review and match prediction for Watford vs Leeds United
Watford still have time to turn things around as they are only three points away from 17th placed Everton, but the time is now.
After Roy Hodgson’s arrival helped to shore things up at the back temporarily, the Hornets have started to leak goals again, especially at home.
Watford went down to an expected defeat at the hands of Liverpool last weekend. However, a win here could give the Hornets some momentum with their remaining schedule including other teams in immediate danger such as Burnley and Everton.
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— Leeds United (@LUFC)
After a run of six defeats in a row, part of which culminated in the sacking of Marcelo Bielsa, Leeds appears to have turned things around collecting seven points in their last three games including victories over Norwich and Wolves.
Leeds are currently six points away from the relegation zone and a win here could create a larger gap, however, the Whites aren’t completely out of the woods as both Everton and Burnley have two games in hand over Leeds.
Recent results have been a lot more encouraging though and this alongside Watford’s shocking home record is why we give Leeds the edge here.
Safe Bets
Both sides have only kept three clean sheets each all season and on their day are both capable of scoring goals. Both teams to score is priced at 1.62 and looks likely to come in.
Watford vs Leeds United Team News
Nicolas N’Koulou and Kwadwo Baah are the only absentees for Watford. Hodgson could make a change up front with Emmanuel Dennis possibly replacing Joao Pedro.
Kavlin Phillips made his long-awaited return last weekend and could start here. Liam Cooper could also retain his place. Patrick Bamford, Tyler Roberts, and Jamie Shackleton are all out for Leeds.
Possible Starting Lineups
Watford: Foster, Femenia, Kabasele, Samir, Kamara, Sissoko, Louza, Kucka, Sarr, Dennis, Hernandez
Leeds United: Meslier, Ayling, Llorente, Cooper, Dallas, Phillips, Forshaw, Raphinha, Rodrigo, Harrison, James
Highlighted Player – Kalvin Phillips
Phillips made his long-awaited return to the team after suffering an injury since December. His presence in midfield will add much needed stability for Leeds and he will be almost like a new signing as the Whites make a final push to stave off relegation.
Most popular FAQ for Watford vs Leeds United
Who won the last meeting between these clubs?
Leeds defeated Watford 1-0 on 2 October 2021.
Where will this fixture be played?
This fixture will be played at Vicarage Road.
Which bookmaker has the best odds for this game?
We recommend checking out the odds at William Hill for Watford vs Leeds United.
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