Sheffield United vs Watford Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 18 Oct 2025

Championship Betting Preview: Sheffield United vs Watford

Basement boys Sheffield United host Watford in this Championship fixture at Bramall Lane, with kick-off set for 10:00 on Saturday 18 October. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

Back a Close Game

Watford +0.5 could be the value play when they clash with Sheffield United. We’ll take the Asian Handicap price of -130 that the away team land a victory or draw, giving us a strong chance of a return.

Think our Asian Handicap tip is solid? Claim the best BetMGM promo code and read our full review of the bookmaker before placing your bet.

United Came Out on Top in Previous H2H

Sheffield United have lost four home games on the bounce. Away at MKM Stadium in their last game, they were beaten 1-0 by Hull City. The Blades boasted 62% possession and had three shots on target.

Watford claimed a 2-1 home victory over Oxford United at Vicarage Road in their previous game. Javi Gracia's team had ten shots on goal and boasted 57% possession, with Jeremy Ngakia finding the net twice.

Head-to-Head Statistics

United have won three on the bounce against Watford. Their last encounter saw United leave Vicarage Road with a 2-1 victory. The previous 6 H2H matches have ended up with three United wins, one Watford victory and two draws.

Championship		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
11	Watford	9	3	3	3	11	11	0	11:11	12
24	Sheffield Utd	9	1	0	8	3	16	-13	3:16	3

View Full Table

1 win and 9 losses, averaging 0.4 goals from 9.8 attempts and 2.4 shots on goal. United have had 54.5% possession and 6.8 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.8 goals from 12.7 attempts and 4.9 shots on goal, while earning 4.1 corners.

Tyrese Campbell has managed 3 goals, while Callum O'Hare has 1. Gustavo Hamer has recorded the most assists with 2.

Watford have won 3, lost 3 and drawn 4, with an average of 1.2 goals from 4.7 shots on goal and 13.8 attempts. The Hornets have averaged 51.3% possession, 4.3 corners awarded and 4.5 corners against, while they’ve conceded 1.2 goals from 3.9 shots on goal and 11.4 attempts.

We’ve seen Jeremy Ngakia, Imran Louza, Nestory Irankunda and Luca Kjerrumgaard score 2 goals each. Imran Louza has managed 3 assists in the last 10 games.

Predicted & Confirmed Lineups

Sheffield United predicted lineup (3-4-3): Michael Cooper (GK), Japhet Tanganga, Mark McGuinness, Ben Mee, Chiedozie Ogbene, Sydie Peck, Tom Davies, Harrison Burrows, Callum O'Hare, Tyrese Campbell, Gustavo Hamer.

Watford predicted lineup (3-4-1-2): Egil Selvik (GK), Max Alleyne, Kevin Keben, James Abankwah, Jeremy Ngakia, Nampalys Mendy, Moussa Sissoko, Caleb Wiley, Imran Louza, Nestory Irankunda, Kwadwo Baah.

Sheffield United vs Watford Prediction & Betting Tips

Get set for Sheffield United vs Watford with our full betting breakdown, complete with an expert match prediction, a likely final score, top corners play, player prop picks and a value-driven bet builder.

Match Prediction

We’ll back Watford on the Asian Handicap in this Championship clash, with odds of -130 on offer that the away team win with a +0.5 goal start. We’re optimistic that they will stay close to their opponents.

Our football predictions are always well-researched and it starts with a combination of team news and form guide. Once we have a clear idea of what might happen, we match up the latest Championship data.

Key Sheffield United vs Watford league stats:

• The +0.5 line has been covered by Watford in 3 consecutive games.
• The +0.5 line has been covered by Watford in 7 of their last 10 games.
• The -0.5 line hasn’t been covered by United in 5 consecutive games at home.
• The -0.5 line hasn’t been covered by United in 9 of their last 10 games.
• The -0.5 line hasn’t been covered by United in 14 of their last 20 games.

Watford +0.5 Probability

The latest odds at the best betting sites suggest our pick carries a 56.5% chance of winning. However, our research has found that the actual probability is between 60-65%. The bet can be recommended for this precise reason.

There’s the opportunity to sell goals and that means moving the line until you’re happy with the bet. It means a riskier wager but a bigger potential return from the available odds.

Give your betting journey a head start. Explore the latest welcome offers and free bets in our easy-to-follow guide.

Our Match Prediction

Watford Asian Hcp +0.5 @ -130 Watch Live Bet Now

BetMGM Promo Up To $1500 in Bonus Bets Get Bonus T&C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+

Gamble responsibly 18+. All odds are correct at time of publishing and are subject to change. To use the Bookmaker Live Streaming services you will need to be logged in and have a funded account or to have placed a bet in the last 24 hours. Geo-restrictions apply.

Correct Score Prediction

Sheffield United 1 - 1 Watford

We think there’s a chance of a 1-1 draw and this can be backed at odds of +410. We like placing a bet on correct score due to the fun element and the big potential return.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Gustavo Hamer Under 0.5 Shots On Target -159

Gustavo Hamer (United) can be backed to not have a shot on goal at -159. The Shots on Target market allows us to follow this selection and get an attractive price in the process.

Latest Gustavo Hamer Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+290

First

+650

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-100

Under 0.5

-159

T&C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+

---

Imran Louza to Score +600

Imran Louza (Watford) has managed two goals in his past four Championship games. When it comes to him finding the net, we believe the +600 available is appealing when backing him on the Anytime Goalscorer market.

Latest Imran Louza Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+600

First

+1300

T&C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+

Corners Prediction

Watford Under 4.5 Corners -150

Watford have not covered the 4.5 corners line in four straight away games, while United have conceded an average of 3.20 corners in the past 5 games. For Team Corners, we’re expecting Watford to fall short and you can land odds of -150.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Sheffield United

Total

10.90 6.80 4.10

Home

10.80 7.10 3.70

Away

10.30 6.60 3.70

Watford

Total

8.80 4.30 4.50

Home

9.80 5.80 4.00

Away

8.10 3.80 4.30

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 10.5

-100

Under 10.5

-143

Sheffield United Corners

Over 5.5

-120

Under 5.5

-120

Watford Corners

Over 4.5

+110

Under 4.5

-150

Most Corners

1

-167

X

+650

2

+170

T&C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+

Sheffield United vs Watford Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Latest Match Odds Suggest United Win

Sheffield United are the skinniest price to succeed in this Championship clash, with the favourites afforded a 50% probability based on their -100 betting odds with the bookies. If you want to get against the market leader, then you’re able to secure +295 for Watford.

You can back United at -244 on the Draw No Bet market, with money back if the game is a draw. Watford are +165 and this could be an attractive option for those who want some insurance.

When it comes to the Total Goals market, Under 2.5 is the shortest price for this exciting contest. For Both Teams to Score betting opportunities, the market suggests that BTTS Yes and No are both equally as likely to happen.

Hundreds of markets for every Championship match await you, with the best football betting sites providing a huge range of choice. A first-class service awaits whether you’re betting pre-match or In-Play.

Full-Time Result

1

-100

X

+220

2

+295

Half-Time Result

1

+160

X

+114

2

+310

Double Chance

1X

-476

12

-333

X2

-141

Draw No Bet

1

-244

2

+165

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.5

-104

2 Hcp +0.5

-130

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-139

Over 2.5

+108

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-120

No

-115

Tyrese Campbell Favourite to Be First Goalscorer

There is +188 available that Tyrese Campbell finds the net anytime. If you’re interested in the favourite to score the first goal, then you are able to secure +380.

Tyrese Campbell (United)

First

+188

Anytime

+380

Luca Tange Kjerrumgaard (Watford)

First

+250

Anytime

+525

Vivaldo Semedo (Watford)

First

+270

Anytime

+600

Gustavo Hamer (United)

First

+290

Anytime

+650

Nestory Irankunda (Watford)

First

+330

Anytime

+700

Jack Grieves (Watford)

First

+335

Anytime

+700

Sydie Peck (United)

First

+350

Anytime

+750

Chiedozie Ogbene (United)

First

+350

Anytime

+800

Kwadwo Baah (Watford)

First

+460

Anytime

+1000

Djibril Soumaré (United)

First

+475

Anytime

+1050

Edo Kayembe (Watford)

First

+500

Anytime

+1050

Callum O'Hare (United)

First

+525

Anytime

+1100

Tahith Chong (United)

First

+525

Anytime

+1100

Rocco Vata (Watford)

First

+575

Anytime

+1200

Moussa Sissoko (Watford)

First

+575

Anytime

+1200

Harrison Burrows (United)

First

+575

Anytime

+1300

Imran Louza (Watford)

First

+600

Anytime

+1300

Tom Davies (United)

First

+650

Anytime

+1500

Mark McGuinness (United)

First

+650

Anytime

+1500

Alex Matos (United)

First

+800

Anytime

+1700

Ben Mee (United)

First

+850

Anytime

+1900

Jamie Shackleton (United)

First

+950

Anytime

+1700

Hector Kyprianou (Watford)

First

+950

Anytime

+1900

Sam McCallum (United)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2000

Japhet Tanganga (United)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2200

Tyrese Campbell (United)

Over 0.5

-192

Under 0.5

+114

Luca Tange Kjerrumgaard (Watford)

Over 0.5

-149

Under 0.5

-112

Gustavo Hamer (United)

Over 0.5

-100

Under 0.5

-159

Nestory Irankunda (Watford)

Over 0.5

+102

Under 0.5

-175

Chiedozie Ogbene (United)

Over 0.5

+135

Under 0.5

-208

Sydie Peck (United)

Over 0.5

+140

Under 0.5

-227

Kwadwo Baah (Watford)

Over 0.5

+170

Under 0.5

-286

Edo Kayembe (Watford)

Over 0.5

+185

Under 0.5

-313

Callum O'Hare (United)

Over 0.5

+205

Under 0.5

-370

Tahith Chong (United)

Over 0.5

+205

Under 0.5

-357

Rocco Vata (Watford)

Over 0.5

+215

Under 0.5

-385

Harrison Burrows (United)

Over 0.5

+260

Under 0.5

-500

Mark McGuinness (United)

Over 0.5

+270

Under 0.5

-526

Ben Mee (United)

Over 0.5

+360

Under 0.5

-833

Jamie Shackleton (United)

Over 0.5

+410

Under 0.5

-1111

Japhet Tanganga (United)

Over 0.5

+420

Under 0.5

-1111

United Aiming to Stop the Rot at Home

Sheffield United have now lost four consecutive games at Bramall Lane. The Blades have managed five losses, three victories and two draws in the last 10 home matches, recording an average of 1.20 goals per game and conceding 1.20.

Watford haven’t triumphed in ten straight games on the road. Javi Gracia's team have managed seven defeats and three draws in the last 10 away games, scoring an average of 0.60 goals per match and conceding 1.30.

The last Bramall Lane meeting saw United beat Watford 1-0. Aside from one draw, United have dominated the past 3 H2H meetings at Bramall Lane with two victories.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Sheffield United Home Stats		3-2-5	2.40	1.20	1.20	4	6	5	5
Watford Away Stats		0-3-7	1.90	0.60	1.30	4	6	5	5

• W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
• G = Avg. Goals
• GF = Avg. Goals For
• GA = Avg. Goals Against
• O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
• U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
• B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
• B-No = Matches BTTS No

Enjoy Championship live streaming on your mobile, laptop or tablet. It’s great to watch the latest games through your online sportsbook account, with customers able to access high definition streams.

It’s great to enjoy thousands of sporting events on an annual basis. Watch the action and get audio commentary too.

Sheffield United vs Watford Live Streaming Watch Live Geo-restrictions apply. To use the services you need to be logged in, a funded account or to have placed a bet in the last 24 hours.

Sheffield United vs Watford Lineups & Team News

Check the United vs Watford team news before you place your bets. Stay updated with our predicted and confirmed lineups for the Championship and the newest injury information.

Sheffield United Team Page Watford Team Page