Watford - Middlesbrough predictions

Most online bookmakers don’t put see Watford winning as a likely outcome, and we tend to agree. In fact, they are the clear underdogs compared to Middlesbrough, which is made quite clear with the 3.69 odds offered for a home win result.

If everything goes according to plan and The Boro put their best foot forward we expect to see an away win in this match.

With 2.84 betting odds to record an away win last time out, were seen as the underdogs. Eyebrows were raised after the first half of the game, however, when managed to keep level. In the end, they failed to keep up the pace and suffered a Preston North End defeat.

Middlesbrough are coming on the back of a 0:1 victory against West Bromwich Albion in the last round. Such an outcome puts their current form in a good light given that they were fighting an uphill battle as underdog visitors.

The hosts will be looking to cut down on the number of goals they concede. They’ve recorded more than 5 total concessions over the last 3 matches, which is usually a cause for concern.

The previous two away matches Middlesbrough played ended up confirming the Under 5 Goals market. As such, you may want to consider an Under 5 Goals bet.

These two squads met in the previous season of the Championship, and the results were quite conclusive. Middlesbrough won with a heft goal difference, which is partly why they’re considered the favourites even though they’re playing an away game.

Both teams will have to play with an above-average number of injures. Francisco Sierralta, Daniel Bachmann, Ryan Andrews, Jeremy Ngakia are unavailable for the hosts. Conversely, Jonathan Howson, Alex Bangura, Dael Fry, Darragh Lenihan, Tommy Smith, Marcus Forss will not be able to play on the visiting side. The odds still favour Middlesbrough, though.

Sadly, we can’t get good value here and still stay cautious. An HT/FT bet for Draw/Away is the best option due to the visitor’s tendency to stumble in the first half.