LiontipsLeeds vs Watford. Prediction and Betting Tips for English Premier League (October 2, 2021).
Command Analysis
Leeds had a good start in the League Cup. The Peacockseasily defeated Crew Alexandria in the first round (3:0) but then got knocked out by Fulham on penalties (1:0).
Marcelo Bielsa's charges didn't look impressive in the first games of the Premier League. The Peacocks drew with Everton (2:2), Burnley (1:1), and Newcastle (1:1), but haven't won yet. Leeds also have the second-worst defensive performance in the league.
Bamford, Koch, Struijk, and Ayling have been ruled out of this fixture.
Watford passed the first round of the League Cup, but in the second game, they unexpectedly lost to Stoke City (1:3). After six rounds of the Premier League, the guests have two victories and a draw, which brought them seven points. The Hornets currently are in 12th place in the standings.
The competition in the Premier League is very close, and Watford are only 4 points above the relegation zone. After the victory over Norwich (3:1), the Hornets shared points with Newcastle (1:1).
Bachmann has a knee injury and will not feature today.
Trends
СтавкаCorners: total under 9.5
This bet played in 2 of the last 3 head-to-head games.
СтавкаCorrect score 2:1
Watford won the last 4 head-to-head games.
СтавкаYellow cards: total over 3
This bet played in 2 of the last 4 head-to-head games.
Tip and bets
Leeds have a powerful lineup but they struggle to get out of the relegation zone. Watford won in the last four head-to-head matches, but the teams are pretty equal. We expect the Peacocks to get their first victory in the current season with the support of the stands.
Our prediction - Leeds to win
The two sides often score a lot in head-to-head games, but this season both teams experience problems creating scoring chances. We expect only 1 or 2 goals to be scored today.
Second bet - total under 2.5 goals
