Watford vs West Brom Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 22 Oct 2025
Championship Betting Preview: Watford vs West Brom
Watford host West Brom in this Championship game at Vicarage Road, with kick-off set for 14:45 on Wednesday 22 October. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.
Baggies Can Battle Well Against Hornets
We’ll chance West Brom +0.25 on the Asian Handicap and divide our stake between 0 and +0.5 when they meet Watford. A win delivers a payout at -164 although a draw would still land a return.
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West Brom Won 2-1 in Teams’ Last Meeting
Watford have enjoyed two Championship home victories in a row. They were defeated in their last league game when losing 1-0 away to Sheffield United. Javi Gracia's side boasted 60% possession and had one shot on target.
West Bromwich Albion won their previous game which was at home. It was a 2-1 triumph at The Hawthorns against Preston North End. The Black Country outfit had six shots on goal and 49% possession, while Michael Johnston and Isaac Price were both on target.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The last head-to-head saw West Brom claim a 2-1 home win over Watford at The Hawthorns. In the 6 previous H2H games, there have been three draws, two Watford wins and a victory for West Brom.
| Championship | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 |  West Brom |
10 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 11 | 11 | 0 | 11:11 | 17 |
| 15 |  Watford |
10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 11 | 12 | -1 | 11:12 | 12 |
3 wins, 4 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.1 goals from 4.3 shots on goal and 14.0 attempts. Watford have had 52.2% possession and 3.8 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.2 goals from 4.3 shots on goal and 12.7 attempts, while being awarded 5.0 corners.
The four top scorers are Jeremy Ngakia, Imran Louza, Nestory Irankunda and Luca Kjerrumgaard, with these players all scoring 2 goals. Rocco Vata and Imran Louza are the leading assists makers with 2.
West Brom – Last 10 League GamesWest Brom have 5 victories, 3 defeats and 2 draws, with an average of 13.0 attempts, 3.5 shots on goal and 1.1 goals. Ryan Mason's team average 52.3% possession, 4.8 corners awarded and 3.7 corners against them, while 1.1 goals have been conceded from 3.1 shots on goal and 11.5 attempts.
Isaac Price is the leading scorer with 4 goals, followed by Michael Johnston on 2, with Josh Maja and two others bagging 1. Michael Johnston has been the top assist maker with 3 in the last 10 games.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
Watford predicted lineup (4-4-2): Egil Selvik (GK), Jeremy Ngakia, Kevin Keben, Mattie Pollock, Caleb Wiley, Moussa Sissoko, Hector Kyprianou, Imran Louza, Edo Kayembe, Nestory Irankunda, Luca Kjerrumgaard.
West Brom predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Josh Griffiths (GK), George Campbell, Nathaniel Phillips, Chris Mepham, Callum Styles, Jayson Molumby, Alex Mowatt, Samuel Iling, Isaac Price, Mikey Johnston, Josh Maja.
Watford vs West Brom Prediction & Betting Tips
Get ahead of the game with our Watford vs West Brom betting rundown, featuring our trusted match prediction, likely score outcome, corners betting edge, standout player prop plays and a fully loaded bet builder.
Match Prediction
West Brom have a good chance of winning this Championship clash and we’ll wager them on the Asian Handicap. Take the visitors at -164 with a +0.25 goal start in then expectation that they can perform well.
Our job is to consult the latest Championship team news in order to produce the best football predictions. Then we crack on with the job of analysing the stats that are going to be the most effective.
Key Watford vs West Brom league stats:
West Brom +0.25 Probability
The latest odds at the best betting sites suggest our pick carries a 62.1% chance of winning. Our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be closer to 70%. This bet can therefore be backed with confidence.
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Correct Score Prediction
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Watford can be backed at +650 to triumph by a 2-1 scoreline. It can be fun to have a wager on the correct score and there’s a big potential return if the bet wins.
Player Prop Picks
Nestory Irankunda (Watford) can be wagered to register at least one shot on goal at -118. Those wanting to back him should certainly look at the Shots on Target betting odds available.
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Moussa Sissoko (Watford) has racked up three goals in his past ten Championship home games. We think there’s value in backing him for an Anytime Goalscorer prop bet at +510 which will hopefully see him find the net.
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Corners Prediction
The 9.5 Total Corners line has not been covered in three straight West Brom away games, with an average of 8.80 corners in the previous ten Watford matches. There’s the opportunity to go under the Total Corners line and we’re expecting this to happen, with odds of -119 on offer.
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Bet Builder Tips
Our bet builder is packed with these picks: West Brom on the Asian Handicap at +0.25, three or more goals to be registered combined with Under 9.5 corners.
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Watford vs West Brom 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.
Betting Sites Anticipating a Close Encounter
The bookies have priced up the Full-Time Result betting odds and Watford are +163 to land a Championship victory, while West Bromwich Albion are +165 to win. The draw is trading at +225 should you think the clash will end all square.
Watford and West Brom can be backed at -120 and -119 respectively on the Draw No Bet market. This is an ideal route for bettors who want to ensure they have money back if the scoreline ends level.
For those anticipating a low-scoring contest, Under 2.5 is the market leader for the Total Goals market. On the Both Teams to Score market, there isn’t much between the BTTS Yes and No options in terms of price.
Hundreds of markets are made available when it comes to Championship games, with the best football betting sites leaving no stone unturned in terms of available options.
Luca Tange Kjerrumgaard Favourite to Be First Goalscorer
Luca Tange Kjerrumgaard is priced at +440 when it comes to First Goalscorer. He’s the favourite and also available at odds of +205 to find the net anytime.
Past Three H2H Vicarage Road Meetings Have Seen Watford Unbeaten
Watford have four wins, three draws and three losses in the last 10 home games, scoring an average of 1.20 goals per match and conceding 1.10.
West Brom have recorded five defeats, three victories and two draws in the previous 10 away matches, netting an average of 0.80 goals per game and conceding 1.30.
The last Vicarage Road meeting saw Watford beat West Brom 2-1. The previous 3 H2H meetings at Vicarage Road have featured two Watford victories and one draw.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watford Home Stats |
4-3-3 | 2.30 | 1.20 | 1.10 | 6 | 4 | 7 | 3 | |
| West Brom Away Stats |
3-2-5 | 2.10 | 0.80 | 1.30 | 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 League Stats
West Brom League Stats
- 3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 5 wins, 3 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.30 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.10 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.80 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.10 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.80 corners awarded and 5.00 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.80 corners awarded and 4.00 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 8.80 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.80 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 1 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.80 corners awarded and 3.70 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.40 corners awarded and 4.70 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 8.50 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.10 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 52.20% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 52.90% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 52.30% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 50.10% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Watford this season are Imran Louza (2), Jeremy Ngakia (2), Luca Kjerrumgaard (2)
- Top Assistors for Watford this season are Imran Louza (2), Rocco Vata (2), Nestory Irankunda (1)
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Watford vs West Brom Lineups & Team News
Stay ahead of the game by checking the Watford vs West Brom team news before betting. We’ll share both predicted and confirmed lineups for the Championship along with the latest injury news.
Watford Predicted Lineup 4-4-2
West Brom Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Watford Predicted Lineup 4-4-2
West Brom Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Previous Watford Lineups
Previous West Brom Lineups
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coventry | 10 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 29:7 | 22 |
| 2 | Middlesbrough | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 14:7 | 21 |
| 3 | Stoke | 10 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 12:6 | 18 |
| 4 | Leicester | 10 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 14:9 | 17 |
| 5 | West Brom | 10 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 11:11 | 17 |
| 6 | Millwall | 10 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 11:13 | 17 |
| 7 | Bristol City | 10 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 16:10 | 16 |
| 8 | Preston | 10 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 12:9 | 16 |
| 9 | Charlton | 10 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 10:9 | 15 |
| 10 | Hull | 10 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 17:18 | 15 |
| 11 | QPR | 10 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 14:16 | 15 |
| 12 | Ipswich | 9 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 16:10 | 13 |
| 13 | Swansea | 10 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 10:10 | 13 |
| 14 | Portsmouth | 10 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 9:10 | 13 |
| 15 | Watford | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 11:12 | 12 |
| 16 | Southampton | 10 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 11:12 | 12 |
| 17 | Birmingham | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 10:14 | 12 |
| 18 | Wrexham | 10 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 14:16 | 10 |
| 19 | Oxford | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 11:13 | 9 |
| 20 | Norwich | 10 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 11:15 | 8 |
| 21 | Derby | 10 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 11:16 | 8 |
| 22 | Blackburn | 9 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 7:13 | 7 |
| 23 | Sheffield Utd | 10 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 4:16 | 6 |
| 24 | Sheffield Wed | 10 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 9:22 | 6 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Middlesbrough | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 6:2 | 13 |
| 2 | Coventry | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 13:2 | 11 |
| 3 | Ipswich | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 13:5 | 11 |
| 4 | Preston | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 7:3 | 11 |
| 5 | Charlton | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 7:3 | 10 |
| 6 | Stoke | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 6:3 | 10 |
| 7 | Watford | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 8:6 | 10 |
| 8 | Hull | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9:8 | 10 |
| 9 | Leicester | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 6:3 | 9 |
| 10 | QPR | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 6:4 | 8 |
| 11 | Birmingham | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 7:6 | 8 |
| 12 | West Brom | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 5:4 | 8 |
| 13 | Portsmouth | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 5:6 | 7 |
| 14 | Southampton | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 4:4 | 6 |
| 15 | Swansea | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 6:7 | 6 |
| 16 | Millwall | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 4:9 | 6 |
| 17 | Bristol City | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 7:8 | 5 |
| 18 | Oxford | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5:6 | 5 |
| 19 | Wrexham | 5 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 7:10 | 3 |
| 20 | Derby | 5 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 6:9 | 3 |
| 21 | Sheffield Utd | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 3:8 | 3 |
| 22 | Blackburn | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3:7 | 1 |
| 23 | Sheffield Wed | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1:14 | 1 |
| 24 | Norwich | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 4:9 | 0 |
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