LiontipsSouthampton vs Watford. Prediction and Betting Tips for English Premier League (March 13, 2022).
Command Analysis
Southampton had a decent start in the FA Cup. They defeated Swansea (3:2) and Coventry City (2:1), and then got a landslide victory over West Ham United (3:1), thus securing a ticket to the quarterfinals of the competition.
After 28 rounds of the Premier League, the Saints sit in 10th place in the table with 35 points from eight victories and 11 draws. After a victory over Norwich City (2:0), Ralf Hasenhuttl's side suffered two defeats in a row.
Today the hosts will be without Tella, McCarthy,and Lyanco.
Watford failed to get past the first round of the FA Cup. They were crushed by the current trophy holders Leicester City (1:4).
Roy Hodgson's charges are struggling to stay clear of the relegation zone in the Premier League. After 28 rounds, the Hornets have 19 points from five victories and four draws. They are occupying the 19th line in the table. In the last four games, Watford have earned only one point when they drew against Manchester United (0:0).
Nkoulou, Kiko Femenia, and Sarrare out injured and won't take part in the upcoming game.
Trends
СтавкаGoals in both halves - yes
In 3 of the last 4 head-to-head games, goals were scored in both halves.
СтавкаCorners: total under 9.5
This bet played in 3 of the last 5 games of Watford.
СтавкаCorrect score 2:1
The hosts have won the last 3 head-to-head games.
Tip and bets
We will be backing the hosts in this fixture. Southampton are a better team, plus the Hornets are a comfortable opponent for them - the Saints celebrated success in the last three games against Watford.
Our prediction — Southampton to win
We do not expect a large number of scoring chances here. The visitors will try to hold Soton to a goalless draw, and the hosts will be happy with just a narrow win.
Second bet — total under 2,5 goals
