Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the Championship match.
Both teams faced off against league leaders in the previous round, and neither emerged victorious. They themselves hover around this group, with no intention of sharing or surrendering points easily.
Watford
Watford played to a typical total over outcome in their last round—falling 2:1 to Leeds United. It was a result that wasn't hard to foresee, as Leeds United, a strong contender for automatic promotion to the Premier League, were at home. Watford, like many teams in the Championship, tend to struggle away from home. However, at Vicarage Road, they are a formidable side: four wins and a draw, plus two victories in the League Cup. What can Blackburn Rovers counter with?
Blackburn Rovers
Blackburn Rovers don't have much of a counter. They are similar to many teams that lose half their strength away from home. Despite sitting sixth in the league, they have only accumulated 3 points from 5 away matches, ranking 17th in the corresponding table. A draw seems to be the most likely result for the team. Their three away points have all come from draws.
Watford vs Blackburn Rovers Prediction
Watford should look to build momentum in front of their supporters. A commanding victory like the one over Stoke City is possible, but something more closely contested, like a one-goal win or a draw, seems more likely.
