Derby vs Watford Correct Score Prediction: Team Stats, H2H & Betting Insights

Our Derby vs Watford Prediction: 2-1

Derby vs Watford in the England Championship is scheduled for an 15:00 GMT kick-off on Saturday January 18, 2025. Our expert analysis predicts a correct score of 2-1 for the match between Derby and Watford.

This Derby vs Watford prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.

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Recent Form Insights

Derby's Last Match – Leyton Orient vs Derby

Derby will be determined to find a winning touch after a 1-1 England FA Cup draw against Leyton Orient on January 14. In that match, Derby recorded 54% possession and 2 shots hitting the target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Leyton Orient	46%	0 (1)	-	11
Derby	54%	0 (2)	-	12

Watford's Last Match – Cardiff vs Watford

Watford will seek to go one better this time following a 1-1 England Championship share of the spoils with Cardiff on January 14. In that match, Watford recorded 49% possession, firing 3 shots at goal, with 2 on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Cardiff	51%	9 (5)	0.76	49
Watford	49%	3 (2)	0.76	27

Derby vs Watford Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Derby are averaging 1.1 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per match, while Watford average 1.1 scored and 1.7 conceded per game.

What are the odds for this match?

Derby to win: @2.2

Draw: @3.4

Watford to win: @3.2

Derby Fixtures

Watford Fixtures