England
ChampionshipRound 6
Watford vs Preston Prediction & Betting Tips
Vicarage Road, Watford
Our prediction: Draw (45%); over 2.5; Both teams to score: Yes.
Best Bet
Our #1 Pick
Double Chance
Home/Draw
90%
ConfidenceBetting Tips
WatfordDrawPreston
Match Result
Watford
45%
Total Goals
Over 2.5
55%
Both Teams Score
Yes
60%
Double Chance
Home/Draw
90%
Odds updated hourly from bookmakers
Predictions recalculated every 2 hours
Locked 2 hours before kickoff
Expert Analysis
Expert analysis is being prepared
Our expert is currently reviewing the latest stats, form and odds for this match. The full analysis will be available shortly.
Key Statistics
35Draws
2
2.4Avg Goals
50%BTTS
50%Over 2.5
14 Feb 2026Preston2-2Watford
25 Nov 2025Watford1-1Preston
21 Jan 2025Watford1-2Preston
2 Oct 2024Preston3-0Watford
6 Apr 2024Watford0-0Preston
Frequently Asked Questions
Watford vs Preston: who is predicted to win?
Our model predicts Watford with 45% confidence based on current form, head-to-head record and statistical analysis.
Will both teams score in Watford vs Preston?
Both teams to score: Yes (60% confidence).
Is the double chance 1X a good bet for Watford vs Preston?
Our double chance pick is 1X with 90% confidence — it covers two outcomes for lower risk.
How many goals will Watford vs Preston have?
We expect Over 2.5 goals (55% confidence), based on both teams scoring and defensive records.
When and where is Watford vs Preston played?
Watford vs Preston takes place on 8 Sept 2026 at Vicarage Road.
Additional Information
WatfordTop Scorers
Amin NabizadaMidfielder
1Goals
Iker BravoMidfielder
1Goals
Top Assists
No data
Cards
Amin NabizadaMidfielder
10
M. PollockDefender
10
H. KyprianouMidfielder
10
O. MaammaMidfielder
10
M. DoumbiaAttacker
10
PrestonTop Scorers
J. ErabiAttacker
1Goals
Top Assists
A. VukčevićDefender
1Assists
Cards
Pol ValentínDefender
10
A. McCannMidfielder
10
J. ThompsonMidfielder
10
Detailed Form & Recent Matches
WatfordLLLWD
10Played
1Wins
3Draws
6Losses
| Points/Game | 0.6 |
| Win % | 10% |
| Goals/Game | 2.7 |
| Scored Avg | 0.6 |
| Conceded Avg | 2.1 |
| BTTS | 50% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% |
| Failed to Score | 50% |
Recent Matches
22 AugDat Wrexham1-1
16 AugWvs Southampton2-1
2 MayLvs Coventry0-4
25 AprLat Middlesbrough1-5
21 AprLat West Brom0-3
PrestonLWLLL
10Played
3Wins
2Draws
5Losses
| Points/Game | 1.1 |
| Win % | 30% |
| Goals/Game | 3.4 |
| Scored Avg | 1.5 |
| Conceded Avg | 1.9 |
| BTTS | 90% |
| Clean Sheets | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 10% |
Recent Matches
22 AugLvs Wolves1-3
15 AugLat Bolton1-2
2 MayLvs Southampton1-3
25 AprWat Sheffield Utd3-2
22 AprLat Birmingham1-2
Head to Head History
Betting Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 10 |
| Average Goals | 2.4 |
| BTTS | 50% |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 50% |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 60% |
Goals by Team
| Team | Total | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Watford | 14 | 1.4 per game |
| Preston | 10 | 1 per game |
Clean Sheets
| Team | Clean Sheets |
|---|---|
| Watford | 4 (40%) |
| Preston | 4 (40%) |
14 Feb 2026ChampionshipPreston2-2Watford
25 Nov 2025ChampionshipWatford1-1Preston
21 Jan 2025ChampionshipWatford1-2Preston
2 Oct 2024ChampionshipPreston3-0Watford
6 Apr 2024ChampionshipWatford0-0Preston
16 Dec 2023ChampionshipPreston1-5Watford
4 Mar 2023ChampionshipWatford0-0Preston
20 Aug 2022ChampionshipPreston0-0Watford
16 Feb 2021ChampionshipPreston0-1Watford
28 Nov 2020ChampionshipWatford4-1Preston
Watford — Upcoming Predictions
Preston — Upcoming Predictions
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