Watford vs Middlesbrough Prediction & Betting Tips

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Watford enter this game on the back of a 3-1 defeat to Coventry City last weekend. The hosts started the game on the back foot as they conceded two goals within the first seven minutes. Things went from bad to worse when they allowed a third in the 42nd minute, with Coventry completely dominating proceedings. Watford showed some fight late in the second half when Imran Louza converted a penalty in the 69th minute, but it was too little, too late, as Coventry held on for the win.

Javi Gracia’s men will look to return to winning ways when they take to the field this weekend. Their recent home form has been impressive, with three successive victories. It’s also worth noting that all of Watford’s home wins this season have ended with a 2-1 scoreline.

Meanwhile, Middlesbrough may not have been entirely pleased with their recent result, but they extended their unbeaten run following a 1-1 draw with Wrexham. Boro chased the game for a long spell after conceding in the seventh minute, but their persistence finally paid off in the 80th when Hayden Hackney struck the equalizer. Middlesbrough could have scored more, but poor decision-making in front of goal proved costly.

Away from home, Rob Edwards’ side have managed just one win in their last four matches. Improving on this record will not only complement their solid home form but also strengthen their credentials as one of the teams to beat in the Championship this season. Middlesbrough currently sit second on the table with 25 points from twelve games.

Watford vs Middlesbrough Prediction

We back Middlesbrough to win, as they have clearly been the better of the two sides this season. The visitors have lost only one league game all campaign, winning two of their last three, while Watford have suffered defeat in two of their last three outings.

We also back both teams to score, as both sides have found the net in five of their last seven head-to-head meetings and in five of Watford’s last six games.

Finally, over 2.5 goals looks very likely, with Watford’s last six games averaging three goals per match, while the last five meetings between these sides have also produced an average of three goals per game.

Afolabi Ezekiel- November 1, 2025

Watford vs Middlesbrough Betting Tips

Middlesbrough Win

OK

2.38 Odds

Over 2.5 Goals & Both Teams To Score

OK

2.20 Odds