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As Watford FC prepares to host Stoke City in the upcoming English League Championship clash on September 12, 2026, both teams arrive with contrasting recent forms. Watford is struggling significantly, having failed to secure a single victory in their last five matches, which has raised concerns about their defensive solidity and attacking creativity. Their lack of recent success may lead to mounting pressure as they aim to turn their fortunes around at home.
On the other hand, Stoke City approaches this match with a degree of confidence, having clinched two wins in their last five outings. This upturn in form hints at an effective tactical setup under pressure, and their ability to capitalize on goal-scoring opportunities could prove decisive. Stoke’s away performance will be crucial, as they look to continue their positive trend against a faltering Watford side.
Bookmakers currently favor Watford with odds of 2.48 compared to Stoke’s 2.72, and the probabilities suggest a closely contested match: a 38.7% chance of a home win, a 27.2% likelihood of a draw, and a 33.4% potential for an away victory. Ultimately, while Watford’s home advantage is noteworthy, Stoke appears poised to exploit any weaknesses. As with any match, the unpredictable nature of football ensures no outcomes are guaranteed.
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| Watford 37.6% |
Draw 28.1% |
Stoke 34.3% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1
Outrights of English League Championship Watford: 0.93%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2.50 | 3.40 | 2.70 | |
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2.43 | 3.30 | 2.80 | |
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2.51 | 3.32 | 2.69 | Watch and Bet |
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2.52 | 3.38 | 2.74 | |
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2.48 | 3.30 | 2.70 |
Latest Results
| 05.09.26 West Bromwich Albion – Watford FC – 1:0 01.09.26 Swansea City – Watford FC – 2:0 29.08.26 Watford FC – West Ham United – 1:1 25.08.26 Watford FC – Peterborough United – 1:5 22.08.26 Wrexham AFC – Watford FC – 1:1 |
05.09.26 Stoke City – Charlton Athletic – 4:0 01.09.26 Stoke City – Norwich City – 1:0 29.08.26 Wolverhampton Wanderers – Stoke City – 4:1 25.08.26 Stoke City – Hull City – 1:2 penalties 22.08.26 Southampton FC – Stoke City – 3:1 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 14.03.26 Stoke City – Watford FC – 3:1 20.12.25 Watford FC – Stoke City – 1:0 01.03.25 Stoke City – Watford FC – 0:0 17.08.24 Watford FC – Stoke City – 3:0 29.12.23 Watford FC – Stoke City – 1:1 |
Standings
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | Swansea | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 7:1 | 6 | 11 |
| 2 | Middlesbrough | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 8:5 | 3 | 10 |
| 3 | QPR | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 7:4 | 3 | 10 |
| 4 | Bristol City | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9:7 | 2 | 10 |
| 5 | West Brom | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 8:6 | 2 | 10 |
| 6 | Charlton | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 6:7 | -1 | 10 |
| 7 | Millwall | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 10:8 | 2 | 9 |
| 8 | West Ham | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 11:7 | 4 | 8 |
| 9 | Wolves | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 13:10 | 3 | 8 |
| 10 | Birmingham | 5 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 7:6 | 1 | 7 |
| 11 | Wrexham | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 6:4 | 2 | 6 |
| 12 | Norwich | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 8:8 | 0 | 6 |
| 13 | Stoke | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 8:9 | -1 | 6 |
| 14 | Portsmouth | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 7:8 | -1 | 6 |
| 15 | Sheffield Utd | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 6:7 | -1 | 6 |
| 16 | Blackburn | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 6:7 | -1 | 5 |
| 17 | Watford | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4:6 | -2 | 5 |
| 18 | Lincoln | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4:6 | -2 | 5 |
| 19 | Southampton | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 11:6 | 5 | 4 |
| 20 | Derby | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5:10 | -5 | 4 |
| 21 | Bolton | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4:9 | -5 | 4 |
| 22 | Cardiff | 5 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 6:9 | -3 | 3 |
| 23 | Preston | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 5:10 | -5 | 3 |
| 24 | Burnley | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 6:12 | -6 | 2 |
English League Championship Outrights
1. West Ham: 2.65 (29.45%)
2. Wolves: 5.8 (13.45%)
3. Middlesbrough: 6 (13.01%)
4. Southampton: 13.6 (5.74%)
5. Birmingham: 17.6 (4.43%)
6. Millwall: 18.4 (4.24%)
7. Swansea: 20.8 (3.75%)
8. Burnley: 24.8 (3.15%)
9. Norwich: 24.8 (3.15%)
10. West Brom: 24.8 (3.15%)
11. Wrexham: 33.2 (2.35%)
12. QPR: 34.2 (2.28%)
13. Sheffield Utd: 34.8 (2.24%)
14. Bristol City: 50 (1.56%)
15. Charlton: 65 (1.2%)
16. Derby: 72 (1.08%)
17. Stoke City: 80 (0.98%)
18. Watford: 84 (0.93%)
19. Portsmouth: 110 (0.71%)
20. Cardiff: 120 (0.65%)
21. Lincoln City: 120 (0.65%)
22. Blackburn: 120 (0.65%)
23. Preston: 130 (0.6%)
24. Bolton: 130 (0.6%)
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