WatfordvsDerby

Watford vs Derby Predictions

All AI-powered predictions and betting tips for Watford vs Derby fixtures. 1 prediction available.

Most Recent Prediction

Watford vs Derby
Saturday, 21 Feb 2026Championship

Predicted Score

1 - 2

Match Odds (1X2)

Home: 23.0%

Draw: 34.0%

Away: 43.0%

Both Teams to Score

No

59.0% confidence

💰 Recommended Bets(1)

1x2draw@ 3.25

EV: 10.5%

6
/ 10
Stake
2u

Model probability for the draw (34%) is slightly higher than the bookmaker's implied probability (30.8%), and both teams have a high draw rate this season (Watford 12, Derby 9 in 32 games). Watford's home form has dipped, and Derby are strong away but not dominant, supporting a close contest.

Match Analysis

Watford enter this fixture struggling for momentum with five games winless (DLDLD), while Derby arrive in better form (WLWDW) and sit higher in the table. Watford's recent home performances have been underwhelming, and their attack has faltered, averaging just 0.6 goals over the last five matches. In contrast, Derby's away record is excellent (8 wins in 15), and their attack is firing (2.2 goals per game last five). However, Watford's home record over the season is still solid, and Derby have shown some defensive vulnerabilities. The head-to-head is historically close, but Derby's current form and away strength give them the edge. The model expects a tight, competitive match with Derby more likely to take the points, but the draw offers value.

Key Factors

  • Derby have won 8 of 15 away matches, scoring 26 and conceding only 16.
  • Watford are winless in 5 (DLDLD) and have only scored 3 goals in that span.
  • Derby average 2.2 goals scored and just 0.8 conceded over their last 5.
  • Watford have failed to score in 3 of their last 5 matches.