Watford vs Leeds Utd Preview & Prediction
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THE FACTS
When is Watford vs Leeds Utd taking place? Watford vs Leeds Utd will take place on Saturday 9th April, 2022 at 15:00 (UK)
Where is Watford vs Leeds Utd taking place? Watford vs Leeds Utd will take place at Vicarage Road in Watford
Where can I get tickets for Watford vs Leeds Utd? Ticket information for Watford vs Leeds Utd can be found on each club’s official website
What TV channel is Watford vs Leeds Utd on in the UK? Watford vs Leeds Utd will not be televised live in the UK
Where can I stream Watford vs Leeds Utd in the UK? Watford vs Leeds Utd cannot be streamed live in the UK
THE LOWDOWN
WATFORD
- Watford fans will have been delighted at Burnley’s win against Everton this past Wednesday night as it keeps the gap between the Hornets and safety at three points going into this game at Vicarage Road.
- Roy Hodgson is blessed with a fully-fit squad to choose from here, and he has some competition for places in the attacking areas with Emmanuel Dennis pushing for a return.
LEEDS UTD
- Leeds Utd were unable to pick up the three points against Southampton last time out, ultimately drawing 1-1 but seven points from their last nine represents an excellent return which has given them crucial breathing space between themselves and the bottom three.
- The return of Kalvin Phillips off the bench against the Saints garnered the biggest cheer from the Elland Road crowd and he is expected to start in the centre of midfield this weekend, most likely replacing Klich.
THE TEAM NEWS
WATFORD
PREDICTED XI (4-3-3): Foster; Kiko, Kabasele, Samir, Kamara; Sissoko, Louza, Kouka; Sarr, Joao Pedro, Cucho
UNAVAILABLE:
QUESTIONABLE:
LEEDS UTD
PREDICTED XI (4-2-3-1): Meslier; Ayling, Llorente, Cooper, Dallas; Phillips, Forshaw; Raphinha, Rodrigo, Harrison; James
UNAVAILABLE: Bamford (Injured), Firpo (Injured), Roberts (Injured), Shackleton (Injured)
QUESTIONABLE: Gelhardt (Injured)
THE PREDICTION
Watford can ill-afford defeat here, as it would likely render Leeds Utd uncatchable from their perspective, whilst the Whites are still very much in danger themselves and will be well aware of the consequences should they lose. With so much at stake for both sides, a cagey encounter is expected and it would be no surprise if nerves were to affect the two teams. Leeds will likely prioritise not losing the game first and foremost, with the presence of Phillips a huge boost to them defensively. Whether Watford have enough about them going forward to overcome their opponents is up for debate and it may be a case in such an important match, that each end up having to settle for a draw.
Tip: DRAW
