2020-21 Championship – Rotherham vs Watford Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When does Rotherham vs Watford kick off? Tuesday 16th March, 2021 – 19:00 (UK)
Where is Rotherham vs Watford being played? AESSEAL New York Stadium, Rotherham
Where can I get tickets for Rotherham vs Watford? Check official club websites for the latest ticket information
What TV channel is Rotherham vs Watford on in the UK? Sky Sports have the rights to Championship matches in the UK, so it is worth checking their schedule
Where can I stream Rotherham vs Watford in the UK? If televised, subscribers can stream the match live on Sky Go
THE TEAM NEWS
ROTHERHAM
Predicted line-up (3-5-1-1): Johansson; A. MacDonald, Ihiekwe, Robertson; Olosunde, Wing, Barlaser, Wiles, Harding; Crooks; Smith
Unavailable: Ogbene (Injured)
Questionable:
WATFORD
Predicted line-up (4-3-3): Bachmann; Kiko Femenia, Troost-Ekong, Sierralta, Masina; Chalobah, Hughes, Zinckernagel; Sarr, Gray, Sema
Unavailable: Cleverley (Injured), Dele-Bashiru (Injured), Gosling (Injured), Kabasele (Injured), Quina (Injured)
Questionable: Foster (Injured), Perica (Injured)
THE PREDICTION
Rotherham return to action having not featured in the Championship since March 3rd when they beat Sheffield Wednesday 1-2 at Hillsborough in a dramatic relegation six-pointer. A Covid-19 outbreak within the Millers camp has seen all their scheduled matches since be postponed and their training ground only reopen a day before this match. Manager Paul Warne will not be present as he is self-isolating and he has stressed that the health of his players will come first, with a few of the players set to be named in the starting XI “not been great”. The identities of the players hit by Covid-19 have not been disclosed, but Warne has mentioned that more than half of the players and staff have been hit by the virus. This is hardly ideal preparation against such a strong opponent and whilst Watford have a number of injury problems themselves, they still boast enough strength in depth within their squad to ultimately outclass this Rotherham side and secure them another three points on the road.
