Championship
Leicester vs Watford
Fri, 26 Dec 2025 - 15:00 (UK Time)
Stadium: King Power Stadium
Leicester vs Watford Prediction & Stats - Championship 2025/26
Predictions
Leicester and Watford face off in round 23 of the Championship. The game takes place at the King Power Stadium on Fri, 26 December 2025, at 15:00 (UK time).
Our team has researched betting tips for Leicester vs Watford, based on in-depth probability analysis for both teams.
If you are interested in more tips from this league, check out our Championship predictions.
Main Match Prediction by Eagle Predict:
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They are based on statistics and in-depth analysis of the past performances of both teams.
👉 Prediction: Watford to Win
Watford faces a tough challenge against Leicester, especially playing at King Power Stadium, but we still see them as the stronger side.
Their recent form has been outstanding, with strong performances and positive momentum on their side. Our betting tip is Watford to win the match.
Leicester Statistics and Recent Form
Leicester comes into the match having played 22 games in the Championship so far this season. They have recorded 8 wins, 7 draws, and 7 losses, with an average of 1.41 points per game this year.
In the entire 2025/26 season, the team has scored 8 wins, 8 draws, and 7 losses.
The strikers of Leicester have scored 33 goals during this period. Of those, 31 were scored in the Championship, with an average of 1.41 goals per match. The season average is 1.43.
Jordan James is the top scorer of Leicester so far this season. He has scored 5 goals, playing as a Midfielder.
Issahaku Abdul Fatawu leads the leaderboard for assists, he already gave 6 assists this season.
On the other hand, Leicester has conceded 33 goals, with an average of 1.43 across all competitions.
In the Championship they have conceded 31 goals in 22 matches, with an average of 1.41 goals conceded per match.
Last results of Leicester
02/05/2026 07:30
24/04/2026 15:00
21/04/2026 14:45
18/04/2026 07:30
11/04/2026 10:00
Watford Statistics and Recent Form
Watford travels to King Power Stadium having played 22 games so far in the Championship season. They have recorded 8 wins, 8 draws, and 6 losses, with an average of 1.45 points per game.
In the entire 2025/26 season, the team has scored 8 wins, 8 draws, and 7 losses.
The offense of Watford has scored 32 goals during this period. Of those, 31 were scored in the Championship, with an average of 1.41 goals per match. The season average is 1.39.
The offensive lineup of Watford features Luca Kjerrumgaard as the top scorer of the season. He has scored 8 goals, playing as a Forward.
Imran Louza has been very important as well, giving 4 assists so far this season.
Watford has conceded 30 goals, with an average of 1.3 across all competitions.
In the Championship, they have conceded 28 goals in 22 matches, with an average of 1.27 per match.
Last results of Watford
02/05/2026 07:30
25/04/2026 07:30
21/04/2026 14:45
18/04/2026 10:00
11/04/2026 10:00
Favourites and Odds
The bookmakers list Leicester as the favourite to win the match, with a 41% chance of victory.
At the time of writing, the average odds were:
Leicester - 2.42
Draw - 3.58
Watford - 3.36
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Stats
The statistics for Leicester vs Watford that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
2.6
League: 2.65
Both Teams to Score
70%
League: 60%
Over 1.5+
80%
League: 76%
Over 2.5+
45%
League: 52%
Cards
5
League: 3.85
Corners
9.9
League: 10.27
Home Team
Leicester
England - Championship
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
D
D
L
L
|
1.41 |
| Home |
D
D
L
D
L
|
1.6 |
| Away |
W
L
D
D
D
|
1.25 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 36% | 40% | 33% |
| Goals | 2.82 | 2.5 | 3.08 |
| Scored | 1.41 | 1.4 | 1.42 |
| Conceded | 1.41 | 1.1 | 1.67 |
| Both Teams to Score | 73% | 70% | 75% |
| Without Conceding | 14% | 20% | 8% |
| Failed To Score | 18% | 20% | 17% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.37 | 1.49 | 1.27 |
|
xGA
|
1.46 | 1.23 | 1.64 |
Away Team
Watford
England - Championship
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
W
L
L
L
|
1.45 |
| Home |
D
L
L
D
W
|
2.08 |
| Away |
W
L
L
L
L
|
0.7 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 36% | 58% | 10% |
| Goals | 2.68 | 2.67 | 2.7 |
| Scored | 1.41 | 1.67 | 1.1 |
| Conceded | 1.27 | 1 | 1.6 |
| Both Teams to Score | 73% | 75% | 70% |
| Without Conceding | 9% | 17% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 18% | 8% | 30% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.54 | 1.8 | 1.22 |
|
xGA
|
1.37 | 1.29 | 1.47 |
Corners
10.73 / Match
+12% Corners / Match
Leicester received +12% more corners than Watford in the Championship
9.54 / Match
Blackburn Rovers
(11)
Millwall
(2)
Hull City
(9)
Portsmouth
(7)
Swansea City
(12)
Sheffield Wednesday
(10)
Preston North End
(7)(0)
Coventry City
(3)
Middlesbrough
(3)
West Bromwich Albion
(8)
Sheffield United
(5)
Oxford United
(17)
Charlton Athletic
(3)
Queens Park Rangers
Cards
2.14 / Match
+4% Cards / Match
Watford received +4% more cards than Leicester in the Championship
2.23 / Match
Blackburn Rovers
(1)
Millwall
(1)
Hull City
(3)
Portsmouth
(3)
Swansea City
(2)
Sheffield Wednesday
(0)
Preston North End
(0)(2)
Coventry City
(2)
Middlesbrough
(3)
West Bromwich Albion
(2)
Sheffield United
(2)
Oxford United
(2)
Charlton Athletic
(4)
Queens Park Rangers
Goals Scored
1.41 / Match
+0%
Both Teams are equal in terms of goals scored
1.41 / Match
Blackburn Rovers
(1)
Millwall
(1)
Hull City
(2)
Portsmouth
(0)
Swansea City
(0)
Sheffield Wednesday
(1)
Preston North End
(2)(0)
Coventry City
(1)
Middlesbrough
(0)
West Bromwich Albion
(0)
Sheffield United
(0)
Oxford United
(1)
Charlton Athletic
(1)
Queens Park Rangers
Goals Conceded
1.41 / Match
+10%
Leicester condeded +10% more goals than Watford
1.27 / Match
Blackburn Rovers
(0)
Millwall
(1)
Hull City
(2)
Portsmouth
(1)
Swansea City
(1)
Sheffield Wednesday
(1)
Preston North End
(2)(4)
Coventry City
(5)
Middlesbrough
(3)
West Bromwich Albion
(2)
Sheffield United
(2)
Oxford United
(1)
Charlton Athletic
(2)
Queens Park Rangers
Championship Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Coventry City
|
37 | 23 | 8 | 6 | 77 | 38 | 39 | 77 | 2.08 |
| 2 |
Middlesbrough
|
38 | 20 | 10 | 8 | 59 | 37 | 22 | 70 | 1.84 |
| 3 |
Ipswich Town
|
37 | 19 | 11 | 7 | 66 | 38 | 28 | 68 | 1.84 |
| 4 |
Millwall
|
38 | 20 | 8 | 10 | 52 | 43 | 9 | 68 | 1.79 |
| 5 |
Hull City
|
38 | 19 | 6 | 13 | 59 | 56 | 3 | 63 | 1.66 |
| 6 |
Wrexham
|
37 | 16 | 12 | 9 | 57 | 47 | 10 | 60 | 1.62 |
| 7 |
Southampton
|
36 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 58 | 47 | 11 | 54 | 1.5 |
| 8 |
Derby County
|
37 | 15 | 9 | 13 | 54 | 48 | 6 | 54 | 1.46 |
| 9 |
Watford
|
37 | 13 | 13 | 11 | 47 | 45 | 2 | 52 | 1.41 |
| 10 |
Swansea City
|
38 | 15 | 7 | 16 | 44 | 46 | -2 | 52 | 1.37 |
| 11 |
Birmingham City
|
37 | 14 | 10 | 13 | 47 | 47 | 0 | 52 | 1.41 |
| 12 |
Norwich City
|
37 | 15 | 6 | 16 | 51 | 45 | 6 | 51 | 1.38 |
| 13 |
Stoke City
|
38 | 14 | 9 | 15 | 45 | 40 | 5 | 51 | 1.34 |
| 14 |
Bristol City
|
38 | 14 | 9 | 15 | 49 | 49 | 0 | 51 | 1.34 |
| 15 |
Sheffield United
|
38 | 15 | 5 | 18 | 53 | 52 | 1 | 50 | 1.32 |
| 16 |
Queens Park Rangers
|
38 | 14 | 8 | 16 | 49 | 60 | -11 | 50 | 1.32 |
| 17 |
Preston North End
|
37 | 12 | 13 | 12 | 42 | 46 | -4 | 49 | 1.32 |
| 18 |
Charlton Athletic
|
38 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 36 | 45 | -9 | 48 | 1.26 |
| 19 |
Leicester
|
37 | 11 | 11 | 15 | 50 | 57 | -7 | 44 | 1.19 |
| 20 |
Blackburn Rovers
|
38 | 11 | 9 | 18 | 36 | 49 | -13 | 42 | 1.11 |
| 21 |
Portsmouth
|
36 | 10 | 10 | 16 | 36 | 47 | -11 | 40 | 1.11 |
| 22 |
West Bromwich Albion
|
38 | 10 | 10 | 18 | 39 | 54 | -15 | 40 | 1.05 |
| 23 |
Oxford United
|
38 | 9 | 12 | 17 | 36 | 49 | -13 | 39 | 1.03 |
| 24 |
Sheffield Wednesday
|
38 | 1 | 9 | 28 | 23 | 76 | -53 | 12 | 0.32 |
Odds
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