Championship· Kick-off : Saturday, October 17, 2026, 12:30 (UK time)
Watford vs Charlton prediction: correct score and AI tips
Match analysis
Watford take on Charlton on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 12:30 (UK time), a Championship, matchday 11 fixture. Venue: Vicarage Road, Watford. Nothing is settled in advance: the AI gives Watford 29%, Charlton 41% and the draw 30%.
Watford have won just one of their last 5 matches (0 draws, 4 defeats), scoring 3 and conceding 7. Charlton have not won any of their last 5 matches (3 draws, 2 defeats), scoring 2 and conceding 8. On recent form, there is little to separate the two teams. On average Watford score 0.60 and concede 1.40 goals per game; Charlton score 0.40 and concede 1.60. In the table, Watford sit 20th with 8 points from 9 games, Charlton 11th with 13 points from 9. 9 places separate the two sides. Over their recent games, Watford have averaged 1.07 xG (expected goals) per match, against 1.03 for Charlton.
In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Watford, 1 for Charlton and 1 draw. The most recent ended Watford 1-1 Charlton (Apr 6, 2026). Watford out or doubtful: T. Akomeah (doubtful), K. Baah, E. Bove and J. Ngakia (doubtful). Charlton: N. Chalobah (doubtful), M. Godden (doubtful) and C. Sichenje. In double chance terms, "Watford or draw" stands at 59%, "Charlton or draw" at 71% and "no draw" at 70%.
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
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Recent form
Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.
Watford
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 18, 2026 | Bristol City · Championship | 0-1 | L |
| Sep 12, 2026 | Stoke City · Championship | 1-2 | L |
| Sep 8, 2026 | Preston · Championship | 2-1 | W |
| Sep 5, 2026 | West Brom · Championship | 0-1 | L |
| Sep 1, 2026 | Swansea · Championship | 0-2 | L |
Charlton
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2026 | Bristol City · Championship | 1-1 | D |
| Sep 19, 2026 | Cardiff · Championship | 1-3 | L |
| Sep 12, 2026 | Portsmouth · Championship | 0-0 | D |
| Sep 9, 2026 | QPR · Championship | 0-0 | D |
| Sep 5, 2026 | Stoke City · Championship | 0-4 | L |
Standings before the match
| Pos. | Points | Played | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watford | 20 | 8 | 9 |
| Charlton | 11 | 13 | 9 |
Head-to-head
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 6, 2026 | Watford 1-1 Charlton | Championship |
| Aug 9, 2025 | Charlton 1-0 Watford | Championship |
Out and doubtful
Watford
- T. Akomeah (doubtful)
- K. Baah (out)
- E. Bove (out)
- J. Ngakia (doubtful)
Charlton
- N. Chalobah (doubtful)
- M. Godden (doubtful)
- C. Sichenje (out)
Most regular starters
Watford
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- F. Ravaglia5/5
- H. Kyprianou5/5
- K. Keben5/5
- M. Pollock5/5
- E. Kayembe4/5
- I. Bravo4/5
- M. Doumbia4/5
- A. Nabizada3/5
- J. Zemura3/5
- O. Maamma3/5
- L. Kjerrumgaard2/5
Charlton
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- A. Okonkwo5/5
- L. Jones5/5
- M. Leaburn5/5
- O. Skipp5/5
- T. Campbell5/5
- C. Coventry4/5
- I. Mesik4/5
- K. Grant4/5
- T. Bindon4/5
- D. McNamara3/5
- A. Bell2/5
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Watford vs Charlton prediction?
Our AI gives Watford a 29% chance of winning, the draw 30% and Charlton 41%. Charlton are therefore slight favourites.
When and where is Watford vs Charlton played?
Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 12:30 (UK time), Championship, matchday 11. Venue: Vicarage Road, Watford.
What form are Watford and Charlton in?
Watford: 1 win, 0 draws and 4 defeats in their last 5 matches (3 scored, 7 conceded). Charlton: 0 wins, 3 draws and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (2 scored, 8 conceded).
What is the head-to-head record between Watford and Charlton?
In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Watford, 1 for Charlton and 1 draw. The most recent ended Watford 1-1 Charlton (Apr 6, 2026).
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