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Ace Football previews the Championship round 41 match between Watford and Preston and offers team stats, betting tips and the latest odds.

Watford welcome Preston this coming Saturday in the Championship, with the host motivated by the possibility of closing the gap in the table on the visitors. On the other hand, the latter could distance themselves even further with a win in this exciting round 41 match.

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Form: Watford vs Preston

Watford Form

Watford look in good shape before their upcoming match, as they seek to remain unbeaten. They started by taking out Birmingham in a 0-1 win, before a 2-2 draw followed against Leeds. Their most recent outing resulted in a 2-2 draw in a hard fought encounter with West Bromwich. Watford did not win any of their last six Championship matches at the Vicarage Road Stadium. They came through these matches with a record of two draws and four defeats, in which they conceded ten and scored six goals.

Preston Form

In the last three matches, Preston beat Plymouth 0-1, won 3-0 against Rotherham, and lost 1-0 against Birmingham. Preston won half their previous six away matches in the Championship, as well as seeing one draw and suffering two defeats. They scored eight goals whilst conceding four.

Betting stats for Watford and Preston

Here are some stats and facts that might be useful for betting on the upcoming match between Watford and Preston. The facts are based on the data from the last couple of matches that these teams played across all competitions.

  • In 12 of the last 13 home matches Watford played, both teams scored
  • In 10 of the last 11 home matches Watford played in the Championship, both teams scored
  • Watford have not won the last 10 home matches in a row in the Championship
  • Watford have conceded in the last 13 home matches in a row
  • Watford have conceded in the last 11 home matches in a row in the Championship
  • Preston have won the last 3 away matches in a row without conceding a goal
  • Preston have won the last 3 away matches in a row in the Championship without conceding a goal
  • In 14 of the last 16 Preston matches in the Championship, the sum of goals was under 3.5
  • In the last 7 Preston away matches in the Championship, the sum of goals was under 3.5
  • In 10 of the last 12 Preston matches the sum of goals was under 3.5

Players on top: Watford vs Preston

Emmanuel Dennis is the most prolific Championship marksman for the home team, scoring twice recently. Preston look to Emil Riis Jakobsen, hoping he can add to his current total of three Championship goals in his latest games.

Betting markets: Watford vs Preston

Full-time result

Watford won one of their previous 10 matches across all tournaments at Vicarage Road Stadium. They drew four and lost five as well, while Preston won four of their last 10 games away. They drew one and lost five. Watford have not lost to Preston in 6 consecutive home meetings.

Both teams to score

Watford scored the first goal in six out of their last ten games. Preston scored the opening goal in six of the last ten games. Both teams have scored in the last 5 consecutive home games Watford played. Preston managed four wins without conceding a goal in their previous 10 matches.

Total goals

Over 2.5 goals happened in six of Watford’s last ten matches across all tournaments. They pulled off an average of 1.2 goals during this run. Over 2.5 goals happened in six of the last ten games for Preston, who scored 1.7 times on average in these matches.

Recommended tip: Watford vs Preston

To summarize, the upcoming Championship clash seems to be a good opportunity to place some bets. Taking into account the stats and facts for Watford vs Preston mentioned in this article, we are offering a free betting tip below.

Watford vs Preston: Who wins the game?

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