Watford vs Cardiff Prediction, Free Betting Tips & Odds

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Date: 19th April 2023
Kick-Off: 19:45 UK, 20:45 CET
Venue: Vicarage Road
TV: Sky Sports Red Button

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Watford vs Cardiff: Top Free Betting Tips

On the back of consecutive league defeats, Cardiff City visit Vicarage Road Stadium to play against Watford on Wednesday, 19 April. The Hornets come into this game after getting a much-awaited victory against Bristol City.

Match Result Prediction: Watford to Win

Watford has two defeats, two draws and only one victory in the last five league affairs. However, the Hornets have lost only once at Vicarage Road Stadium in 2023, winning four of the nine. On the other hand, Cardiff City has conceded three defeats in the previous four matches in Championship. The Golden Boys have also a favourable record against Bluebirds with four victories in the last five meetings. Therefore, we predict Watford to continue their winning form and get three points in this game.

Both Teams to Score Prediction: No

Three of the previous four meetings between these two clubs at Vicarage Road Stadium have ended without BTTS outcomes. Despite lacking a winning run, Watford has managed to score in four of the previous five games in the league. However, Cardiff City has failed to notch a goal in two of the previous four away fixtures. The Hornets have also claimed three clean sheets in the last five matches in front of the home crowd. Hence, we expect only Watford to be able to score in this fixture.

Correct Score Prediction: 2-0 to Watford

Cardiff City leaked nine goals in just the previous four road fixtures, conceding more than once in three of them. On the other hand, Watford scored the same numbers in the same number of games at Vicarage Road Stadium. The Hornets have also hit the back of the net twice in each of the previous three league matches. Moreover, the Golden Boys have scored multiple goals in four of the last five meetings against the Bluebirds. Following these statistics, we predict a 2-0 lead for Watford at the end of the ninety minutes.

Watford vs Cardiff: Form, Recent Games, and News

Watford Preview

Ending their four-matches winless streak, Watford secured all three points in the last game with a victory over Bristol City. An early own goal from Robins in the sixth minute and Joao Pedro’s post-break strike granted the Golden Boys a 2-0 lead. With a clean bill of health, Watford will be committed to performing their best and extending their positive form.

Despite only two wins from their last six outings, the Yellow Army remains hopeful of a playoff slot. They are four points adrift of sixth-placed West Brom and will need a large-scale capitulation from those above them to realize this goal. They have themselves to blame with a join league-high number of draws.

Their attacking unit has delivered with Joao Pedro leading from the front with 11 goals and 4 assists. Ismaila Sarr has also contributed with his all-around efforts of 9 goals and 7 assists. However, the same cannot be said about their defensive unit that has conceded at regular intervals.

Cardiff Preview

Despite scoring a penalty in the 19th minute, the Bluebirds tasted a 4-1 defeat in the last game at Bramall Lane against Sheffield United. James McAtee scored the equalizer in the 24 minute and Jack Robinson, Ilman Ndiaye and Ciaran Clark extended the lead after the break. Jamilu Collins and Callum Robinson will miss out on this game due to injuries when Cardiff gets desperate to rotate their form.

While Watford has lofty ambitions, Cardiff's sole purpose is to stave off relegation. The Bluebirds are just outside the relegation slots thanks to their better goal difference. Moreover, they have a match in hand but it will not help their cause if they do not add any points to their tally.

February and early March saw them on a mini-renaissance. They registered three wins in four matches during this period but have only added three points to their tally since in the following six outings.

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FAQs regarding Watford vs Cardiff

Who is the referee for this match? Jarred Gillett.
What was Cardiff's last result? 4-1 loss to Sheffield Utd.
Who won the last Head to Head fixture? 2-1 to Watford.