Southampton vs Watford predictions, Feb 07, 2026

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In an upcoming English League Championship clash, Southampton FC will face off against Watford FC on February 7, 2026. Southampton enters the match in solid form, having secured victory in three of their last five matches. On the other hand, Watford has struggled recently, failing to win any of their last five games.

When looking at the bookmakers’ odds, Southampton is favored to win with a probability of 57.6%, while Watford’s chances are set at 19.4%. The draw stands at 23.3%. Southampton’s strong recent performances suggest they may have the upper hand in this matchup, especially with the home advantage. However, Watford will be looking to turn their form around and secure a much-needed win.

Tactically, Southampton will aim to capitalize on their attacking strength, while Watford will need to shore up their defense to stand a chance. With both teams having their respective strengths and weaknesses, this match promises to be an intriguing encounter. As with any sport, the outcome is never certain, and anything can happen on the day.

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S`hampton 50.1%

Draw 25.9%

Watford 24%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:1

Outrights of English League Championship Southampton: 0.42% Watford: 0.4%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.91	3.62	3.73	Watch and Bet
	2.05	3.4	3.3
	1.88	3.8	3.81
	1.77	3.6	4.33

Latest Results

31.01.26 Stoke City – Southampton FC – 0:2 25.01.26 Portsmouth FC – Southampton FC – 1:1 21.01.26 Southampton FC – Sheffield United – 1:0 17.01.26 Southampton FC – Hull City – 1:2 10.01.26 Doncaster Rovers – Southampton FC – 2:3

31.01.26 Watford FC – Swansea City – 0:2 24.01.26 Blackburn Rovers – Watford FC – 1:1 21.01.26 Watford FC – Portsmouth FC – 1:1 17.01.26 Watford FC – Millwall – 0:2 10.01.26 Bristol City – Watford FC – 5:1

Facts

Two mid-table teams will face off this time (ranked 14 and 10).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, S`hampton won 2.

S`hampton is currently in amazing form (last 5 games: 3 wins).

Watford has been struggling lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).

In this match, S`hampton is a strong favorite.

In the last 19 head-to-head matches, S`hampton won 9 matches, drew 8 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 32:20. (average 1.7:1.1).

Including home matches between the teams, S`hampton won 5 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 14:9. (average 1.6:1).

Latest Head To Head

30.08.25 Watford FC – Southampton FC – 2:2 13.04.24 Southampton FC – Watford FC – 3:2 06.02.24 Southampton FC – Watford FC – 3:0 28.01.24 Watford FC – Southampton FC – 1:1 09.12.23 Watford FC – Southampton FC – 1:1

Standings

2025/26

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Coventry	30	17	7	6	63:35	28	58
2	Middlesbrough	30	17	7	6	47:29	18	58
3	Hull	29	16	5	8	48:40	8	53
4	Ipswich	29	14	9	6	49:28	21	51
5	Millwall	30	14	8	8	37:36	1	50
6	Wrexham	30	12	11	7	44:37	7	47
7	Derby	30	12	9	9	44:37	7	45
8	Preston	30	11	11	8	37:34	3	44
9	Bristol City	30	12	7	11	40:36	4	43
10	Watford	29	11	10	8	39:35	4	43
11	QPR	30	12	7	11	42:43	-1	43
12	Stoke	30	12	6	12	34:28	6	42
13	Birmingham	30	11	9	10	41:38	3	42
14	Southampton	30	10	10	10	43:41	2	40
15	Swansea	30	11	6	13	34:37	-3	39
16	Leicester	30	10	8	12	40:45	-5	38
17	Sheffield Utd	29	11	3	15	40:42	-2	36
18	Charlton	29	9	8	12	29:38	-9	35
19	Norwich	30	9	6	15	37:42	-5	33
20	Portsmouth	28	8	9	11	27:37	-10	33
21	West Brom	30	9	5	16	32:47	-15	32
22	Blackburn	29	7	8	14	26:38	-12	29
23	Oxford Utd	29	6	9	14	27:38	-11	27
24	Sheffield Wed	29	1	8	20	18:57	-39	-7

English League Championship Outrights

1. Coventry: 2.01 (41.48%)

2. Middlesbrough: 3.2 (26.05%)

3. Ipswich: 4.03 (20.67%)

4. Hull City: 19.67 (4.24%)

5. Millwall: 53 (1.57%)

6. Wrexham: 110.2 (0.76%)

7. Birmingham: 192 (0.43%)

8. Southampton: 200.33 (0.42%)

9. Watford: 208.67 (0.4%)

10. QPR: 217 (0.38%)

11. Preston: 217 (0.38%)

12. Derby: 217 (0.38%)

13. Sheffield Utd: 233.67 (0.36%)

14. Stoke City: 233.67 (0.36%)

15. Bristol City: 233.67 (0.36%)

16. Swansea: 317 (0.26%)

17. Leicester: 317 (0.26%)

18. Norwich: 317 (0.26%)

19. Charlton: 317 (0.26%)

20. West Brom: 380.2 (0.22%)

21. Blackburn: 480.2 (0.17%)

22. Portsmouth: 480.2 (0.17%)

23. Oxford Utd: 580.2 (0.14%)

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