Laura Rozo
Middlesbrough vs Watford will be one of the best matches to enjoy on Matchday 29 of the EFL Championship. Both teams have had very good performances in the tournament and will surely give their all to get closer to the top of the standings. The distance between them, in units, is only two. Therefore, a win could set an important precedent for their future in the league.
Without further ado, at JefeBet we present our analysis, predictions and other information on the soccer duel between these two Championship clubs, in a Middlesbrough vs Watford match that will be a game full of good plays in the middle of the closing of the first month of the year.
We encourage you to check out our reviews of BetMGM and Unibet, the odds’ providers for this preview.
Predictions, Picks, and Betting Odds for Middlesbrough vs Watford EFL Championship Matchday 29 Game on January 28, 2023
- Where: Riverside Stadium, Middlesbrough, England
- When: Saturday, January 28, 2023, 10:00 AM ET
- BetMGM Moneyline: Middlesbrough (-110) / Tie (+250) / Watford (+310)
- Unibet Asian Handicap: Middlesbrough (AH -0.5, -109) / Watford (AH +0.5, -112)
- BetMGM Over/Under (2.5): Over (-105), Under (-135)
- Both teams score from BetMGM: Yes (-120) / No (-120)
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Middlesbrough Preview
Middlesbrough are currently 6th in the Championship ranking. So far this season they have twelve wins, six draws, and have been defeated on ten occasions.
In the last five rounds, The Boro managed to get four wins, so they will surely come to the Middlesbrough vs Watford match looking not to falter and even surpass this same rival in units within the league.
In their last match against Sunderland, Middlesbrough lost their unbeaten record with a 2-0 defeat. They were inaccurate in attack, and defensive errors cost them Ross Stewart and Amad Diallo’s goals.
Possible lineup (4-2-3-1): Zack Steffen; Tommy Smith, Paddy McNair, Darragh Lenihan, Ryan Giles; Jonny Howson, Hayden Hackney; Marcus Forss, Chuba Akpom, Riley McGree; Matt Crooks.
Watford FC Preview
In their most recent game, Watford drew 1-1 with Rotherham United in the league. The home team’s goal was scored by João Ferreira in the 53rd minute. In terms of possession, accuracy, and approaches to the opponent’s goal, the golden boys were superior.
The team led by Slaven Bilić is in 3rd place in the Championship with 44 points from twelve wins, eight draws, and eight defeats. For this new Middlesbrough vs Watford game, the Hornets are expected to cut Sheffield United’s lead, which currently stands at 13 points.
Possible lineup (5-3-2): Daniel Bachmann; João Ferreira, William Troost-Ekong, Francisco Sierralta, Craig Cathcart, James Morris; Ismael Koné, Mario Gaspar, Hamza Choudhury; Vakoun Issouf Bayo, Ismaïla Sarr.
JefeBet Prediction
Given their recent results, we believe that neither team will win the Middlesbrough vs Watford match. On the contrary, it is quite possible that they will share the points.
Their numbers are very similar, but more than that, their participation at the beginning of the year has been equally effective. Although Middlesbrough lost on the final day, defensive lapses are not enough to tarnish their campaign. Watford has had a good start and has players like Vakoun Issouf Bayo and Ismaïla Sarr, who can be unbalanced.
Prediction: 1-1 draw.
