Watford vs Middlesbrough Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 01 Nov 2025

Championship Betting Preview: Watford vs Middlesbrough

Watford host second-placed Middlesbrough in this Championship meeting at Vicarage Road, with kick-off set for 10:00 on Saturday 1 November. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

We’ll split our stake by backing Watford +0.25 at odds of -135 for this Asian Handicap wager. It means we have a return if they draw but a nice payout should the home team claim a victory against Middlesbrough.

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Watford have enjoyed three consecutive home wins. In their last game, they lost 3-1 away to Coventry City at Coventry Building Society Arena. Javi Gracia's men had 45% possession and eight shots on target, with Imran Louza being the goalscorer.

Middlesbrough drew 1-1 in their previous game. This was at home against Wrexham at Riverside Stadium. The Boro boasted 69% possession and had four shots on goal, with Hayden Hackney on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Watford have won the last two clashes against Middlesbrough. Away at Riverside Stadium, the most recent scoreline was 1-0 which came after a 2-1 home win at Vicarage Road. The previous 8 H2H meetings have seen Watford win four times, one draw and three Middlesbrough triumphs.

Championship		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
2	Middlesbrough	30	17	7	6	47	29	18	47:29	58
8	Watford	30	11	11	8	39	35	4	39:35	44

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3 wins, 4 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.2 goals from 5.1 shots on goal and 14.5 attempts. Watford have had 50.3% possession and 4.5 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.4 goals from 4.2 shots on goal and 12.2 attempts, while their opponents have been awarded 5.2 corners.

Top goalscorer Imran Louza has found the net 4 times, with Rocco Vata, Jeremy Ngakia and Nestory Irankunda scoring 2 each. The leading assistor is Rocco Vata with 2.

Middlesbrough have 5 victories, 1 defeat and 4 draws, with an average of 3.9 shots on goal, 12.8 attempts and 1.2 goals. The Teeside team average 51.8% possession, 4.4 corners awarded and 5.4 corners against, while 0.8 goals have been conceded from 11.9 attempts and 2.6 shots on goal.

We’ve seen Morgan Whittaker, Kaly Sene and Tommy Conway score 2 goals each. Luke Ayling and Hayden Hackney are the top assists providers with 2 in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Watford confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Egil Selvik (GK), Jeremy Ngakia, Kevin Keben, Matthew Pollock, Marc Bola, Kwadwo Baah, Imran Louza, Hector Kyprianou, Rocco Vata, Mamadou Doumbia, Luca Kjerrumgaard.

Middlesbrough confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Solomon Brynn (GK), Luke Ayling, Dael Fry, Alfie Jones, Callum Brittain, Alan Browne, Aidan Morris, Matt Targett, Hayden Hackney, Tommy Conway, Delano Burgzorg.

Watford vs Middlesbrough Prediction & Betting Tips

Prepare for Watford vs Middlesbrough with our expert betting guide featuring a trusted match prediction, likely scoreline, top corners advice, key player props and a well-crafted bet builder.

Match Prediction

Watford look capable of winning this Championship encounter and we’ll take them on the Asian Handicap. Back them at -135 with a +0.25 goal start, with confidence high that they can perform well.

We’re always aware of the injuries and suspensions for each team before we decide which way to go with our football picks. The form and data also help the Championship experts at Sportsgambler.com when it comes to a betting view on the action.

Key Watford vs Middlesbrough league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Watford in 4 of their last 5 games at home.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Watford in 8 of their last 10 games at home.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Watford in 3 consecutive games at home.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Middlesbrough in 14 of their last 20 games on the road.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Middlesbrough in 6 of their last 10 games on the road.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Watford in 2 consecutive games against Middlesbrough.

According to the top bookmakers, our pick has a 57.5% chance of landing a return. Based on our tipsters research, we calculate the actual probability to be 60-65%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this bet.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Watford 1 - 0 Middlesbrough

A 1-0 win in favor of Watford can be backed at odds of +700. We like placing a bet on correct score due to the fun element and the big potential return.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Nestory Irankunda Over 0.5 Shots On Target -118

Nestory Irankunda (Watford) can be wagered at -118 to record one or more shots on goal. It’s really hard to rule him out at an attractive price for the Shots on Target betting market.

Latest Nestory Irankunda Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+260

First

+700

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-122

Under 0.5

-139

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Imran Louza to Score +600

Imran Louza (Watford) has netted three goals in his past five Championship matches. There are odds of +600 available for this Anytime Goalscorer wager and we think this is a value proposition for the player to find the net.

Latest Imran Louza Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+410

First

+1050

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

+123

Under 0.5

-213

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Corners Prediction

Watford To Have Most Corners -102

There has been an average 6.10 corners for Watford in their past 10 home matches, with Middlesbrough averaging 4.40 corners in the last 10 games. We think that the value can be found by backing Watford to have the most corners and we like the odds of -102.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Watford

Total

9.70 4.50 5.20

Home

9.90 6.10 3.80

Away

8.50 3.80 4.70

Middlesbrough

Total

9.80 4.40 5.40

Home

10.40 6.00 4.40

Away

9.50 5.10 4.40

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 10.5

-108

Under 10.5

-132

Watford Corners

Over 5.5

+110

Under 5.5

-150

Middlesbrough Corners

Over 4.5

-120

Under 4.5

-120

Most Corners

1

-112

X

+600

2

+120

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Watford vs Middlesbrough Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

The latest Full-Time Result betting odds are available for this Championship clash and you can get +160 that Watford win and the same price that Middlesbrough triumph. Those wanting to back the draw can get +240.

You can back Middlesbrough at -118 on the Draw No Bet market, with money back if the game is a draw. Watford are -115 and this could be an attractive option for those who want some insurance.

You’re able to back Over 2.5 Goals or Under 2.5 Goals at roughly the same price right now. If you think that both sides will end up scoring, then the Both Teams to Score Yes option can be backed at -135.

The good news is that you can access hundreds of markets for any Championship game. The best football betting sites have a massive range of pre-match and In-Play betting options.

Full-Time Result

1

+160

X

+240

2

+160

Half-Time Result

1

+215

X

+117

2

+215

Double Chance

1X

-217

12

-345

X2

-222

Draw No Bet

1

-115

2

-118

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-152

2 Hcp -0.25

+123

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-123

Over 2.5

-105

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-135

No

-102

You will find favourite Tommy Conway at +480 to be First Goalscorer and there’s also the chance to get +190 that he finds the net any time.

Tommy Conway (Middlesbrough)

First

+190

Anytime

+480

Luca Tange Kjerrumgaard (Watford)

First

+200

Anytime

+500

David Strelec (Middlesbrough)

First

+210

Anytime

+525

Vivaldo Semedo (Watford)

First

+220

Anytime

+600

Nestory Irankunda (Watford)

First

+260

Anytime

+700

Sontje Hansen (Middlesbrough)

First

+360

Anytime

+900

Morgan Whittaker (Middlesbrough)

First

+380

Anytime

+950

Kwadwo Baah (Watford)

First

+400

Anytime

+1100

Delano Burgzorg (Middlesbrough)

First

+400

Anytime

+1000

Edo Kayembe (Watford)

First

+400

Anytime

+1050

Imran Louza (Watford)

First

+410

Anytime

+1050

Hayden Hackney (Middlesbrough)

First

+420

Anytime

+1100

Rocco Vata (Watford)

First

+450

Anytime

+1150

Moussa Sissoko (Watford)

First

+480

Anytime

+1200

Giorgi Chakvetadze (Watford)

First

+525

Anytime

+1200

Alan Browne (Middlesbrough)

First

+575

Anytime

+1500

Aidan Morris (Middlesbrough)

First

+750

Anytime

+1800

Hector Kyprianou (Watford)

First

+800

Anytime

+2000

Tommy Conway (Middlesbrough)

Over 0.5

-192

Under 0.5

+112

Luca Tange Kjerrumgaard (Watford)

Over 0.5

-192

Under 0.5

+112

David Strelec (Middlesbrough)

Over 0.5

-172

Under 0.5

+102

Vivaldo Semedo (Watford)

Over 0.5

-154

Under 0.5

-110

Nestory Irankunda (Watford)

Over 0.5

-122

Under 0.5

-139

Rocco Vata (Watford)

Over 0.5

+108

Under 0.5

-185

Sontje Hansen (Middlesbrough)

Over 0.5

+117

Under 0.5

-204

Imran Louza (Watford)

Over 0.5

+123

Under 0.5

-213

Morgan Whittaker (Middlesbrough)

Over 0.5

+135

Under 0.5

-238

Kwadwo Baah (Watford)

Over 0.5

+145

Under 0.5

-238

Delano Burgzorg (Middlesbrough)

Over 0.5

+148

Under 0.5

-263

Hayden Hackney (Middlesbrough)

Over 0.5

+148

Under 0.5

-263

Edo Kayembe (Watford)

Over 0.5

+155

Under 0.5

-278

Moussa Sissoko (Watford)

Over 0.5

+188

Under 0.5

-357

Giorgi Chakvetadze (Watford)

Over 0.5

+210

Under 0.5

-417

Alan Browne (Middlesbrough)

Over 0.5

+230

Under 0.5

-476

Watford have clocked up three straight wins at Vicarage Road. Javi Gracia's men have five wins, three losses and two draws in the last 10 home games, scoring an average of 1.40 goals per match and conceding 1.20.

Middlesbrough have collected four victories, four losses and two draws in the last 10 away games, recording an average of 1.20 goals per match and conceding 1.00.

The most recent Vicarage Road meeting saw Watford claim a 2-1 win over Middlesbrough. Watford have triumphed in three of the previous 4 H2H meetings at Vicarage Road, while Middlesbrough have won once.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Watford Home Stats		5-2-3	2.60	1.40	1.20	7	3	8	2
Middlesbrough Away Stats		4-2-4	2.20	1.20	1.00	4	6	4	6

• 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

Watford vs Middlesbrough Lineups & Team News

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