Championship - England
Tue, 24 February 2026 - 19:45 Stadium: Vicarage Road
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Watford vs Ipswich
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Tue, 24 February 2026 - 19:45 Stadium: Vicarage Road

Prediction: Watford vs Ipswich Betting Tips & Predictions

Match preview and top betting tips

On February 24, 2026, Watford hosts Ipswich in a crucial Championship fixture at Vicarage Road. Ipswich’s recent form, unbeaten in three, and their head-to-head edge make them slight favorites for a standstill or win. This prediction leverages current stats and betting odds for value picks.

Watford vs Ipswich Betting Tips

These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.

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Double Chance Draw or Ipswich Tipstrike Odd: 1.61
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Goals Over/Under 1.5 Goals Over 1.5 Tipstrike Odd: 1.27
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Both Teams Score Yes Tipstrike Odd: 1.68

Championship Detailed Statistics

Standings
# Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
4 Ipswich Ipswich 31 15 9 7 54 34 20 54 L W D L W
9 Watford Watford 33 12 12 9 43 38 5 48 W D L D L
Watford Team Logo Watford Stats
Watford Team Logo Watford
MP W D L
Overall 32 11 12 9
Home 16 8 5 3
Away 16 3 7 6
Watford Team Logo Watford
CS BTTS FTS
Overall 16% 59% 25%
Home 19% 63% 19%
Away 13% 56% 31%
Ipswich Team Logo Ipswich Stats
Ipswich Team Logo Ipswich
MP W D L
Overall 30 15 9 6
Home 16 10 5 1
Away 14 5 4 5
Ipswich Team Logo Ipswich
CS BTTS FTS
Overall 33% 53% 13%
Home 44% 44% 13%
Away 21% 64% 14%

Match setting and recent form overview

Watford hosts Ipswich at Vicarage Road in a key Championship clash. Ipswich’s recent form suggests they are slightly favored with a 45% chance of winning or drawing, depending on how Watford handles their home advantage. Recent head-to-heads lean slightly in Ipswich’s favor, making this a tight encounter.

Team composition and squad updates

Watford’s squad shows strength in midfield and attack, with key players like Keben and Pollock. Ipswich’s lineup features experienced defenders like D. Furlong and offensive threat C. Akpom. Expect both teams to field their strongest available lineups, maintaining tactical discipline for this crunch fixture.

Game plan and scoring scenario analysis

In Watford vs Ipswich, Ipswich's recent head-to-head form favors a draw or away win, but Watford’s solid home record still keeps them competitive. If Ipswich scores early, they might sit deep, while Watford chasing the game could leave space for counters. Expect tactical discipline from both, with set-piece opportunities being key.

Tactical insights for betting angles

Watford's flexible 4-4-2 and 4-2-3-1 formations give them varied attacking options, but their recent defensive inconsistencies versus Ipswich’s effective attacking midfield suggest cautious betting. Ipswich’s disciplined shape and recent goal-scoring form support over/under goals markets and corner plays.

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