Championship· Kick-off : Saturday, November 21, 2026, 15:00 (UK time)
Sheffield Utd vs Watford prediction: correct score and AI tips
Match analysis
Sheffield Utd take on Watford on Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 15:00 (UK time), a Championship, matchday 16 fixture. Venue: Bramall Lane, Sheffield. Our model makes Sheffield Utd clear favourites: a 76% chance of winning, against 14% for the draw and 10% for Watford.
Over their last 5 matches, Sheffield Utd have 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat, scoring 8 and conceding 6. Over their last 5 matches, Watford have 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats, scoring 6 and conceding 9. Sheffield Utd therefore arrive in far better shape than Watford. On average Sheffield Utd score 1.60 and concede 1.20 goals per game; Watford score 1.20 and concede 1.80. In the table, Sheffield Utd sit 10th with 22 points from 15 games, Watford 20th with 15 points from 15. 10 places separate the two sides. Over their recent games, Sheffield Utd have averaged 1.91 xG (expected goals) per match, against 1.24 for Watford.
In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 2 wins for Sheffield Utd, 0 for Watford and 0 draws. The most recent ended Watford 0-2 Sheffield Utd (Apr 18, 2026). Sheffield Utd out or doubtful: M. Doherty, L. Kitching (suspended), R. One, J. Shackleton, P. Bamford (doubtful), A. Davies (doubtful), K. Phillips (doubtful) and J. Rothwell (doubtful). Watford: M. Antonio, K. Baah, E. Bove, N. Chikovani, S. Coulibaly, J. Grieves, J. Ngakia and L. Kjerrumgaard (doubtful). In double chance terms, "Sheffield Utd or draw" stands at 90%, "Watford or draw" at 24% and "no draw" at 86%.
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
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Recent form
Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.
Sheffield Utd
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 3, 2026 | Preston · Championship | 3-2 | W |
| Oct 30, 2026 | Wrexham · Championship | 1-0 | W |
| Oct 24, 2026 | Derby · Championship | 1-1 | D |
| Oct 17, 2026 | Bristol City · Championship | 1-0 | W |
| Oct 14, 2026 | Portsmouth · Championship | 2-3 | L |
Watford
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 3, 2026 | Lincoln · Championship | 1-0 | W |
| Oct 31, 2026 | Norwich · Championship | 2-3 | L |
| Oct 24, 2026 | Wolves · Championship | 0-1 | L |
| Oct 17, 2026 | Charlton · Championship | 2-0 | W |
| Oct 13, 2026 | Cardiff · Championship | 1-5 | L |
Standings before the match
| Pos. | Points | Played | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheffield Utd | 10 | 22 | 15 |
| Watford | 20 | 15 | 15 |
Head-to-head
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 18, 2026 | Watford 0-2 Sheffield Utd | Championship |
| Oct 18, 2025 | Sheffield Utd 1-0 Watford | Championship |
Out and doubtful
Sheffield Utd
- M. Doherty (out)
- L. Kitching (suspended)
- R. One (out)
- J. Shackleton (out)
- P. Bamford (doubtful)
- A. Davies (doubtful)
- K. Phillips (doubtful)
- J. Rothwell (doubtful)
Watford
- M. Antonio (out)
- K. Baah (out)
- E. Bove (out)
- N. Chikovani (out)
- S. Coulibaly (out)
- J. Grieves (out)
- J. Ngakia (out)
- L. Kjerrumgaard (doubtful)
Most regular starters
Sheffield Utd
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- J. Tanganga5/5
- M. Cooper5/5
- T. Chong5/5
- H. Burrows4/5
- H. Choudhury4/5
- L. Kitching4/5
- T. Cannon4/5
- B. Brereton Diaz3/5
- K. Phillips3/5
- B. Brereton2/5
- J. Ayew2/5
Watford
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- E. Kayembe5/5
- F. Ravaglia5/5
- H. Kyprianou5/5
- K. Keben5/5
- M. Boadu5/5
- M. Pollock5/5
- K. Diatta3/5
- M. Bola3/5
- I. Bravo2/5
- Iker Bravo2/5
- J. Zemura2/5
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Sheffield Utd vs Watford prediction?
Our AI gives Sheffield Utd a 76% chance of winning, the draw 14% and Watford 10%. Sheffield Utd are therefore favourites.
When and where is Sheffield Utd vs Watford played?
Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 15:00 (UK time), Championship, matchday 16. Venue: Bramall Lane, Sheffield.
What form are Sheffield Utd and Watford in?
Sheffield Utd: 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (8 scored, 6 conceded). Watford: 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats in their last 5 matches (6 scored, 9 conceded).
What is the head-to-head record between Sheffield Utd and Watford?
In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 2 wins for Sheffield Utd, 0 for Watford and 0 draws. The most recent ended Watford 0-2 Sheffield Utd (Apr 18, 2026).
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