Championship· Regular Season - 13· Carrow Road
Norwich
Watford31 Oct
Norwich vs Watford Prediction & Betting Tips
Saturday, 31 October 2026 · Kick-off
Our prediction
Both teams to score
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Predicted score
2-1
Fair odds
1.47
Expected goals
2.4 - 1.4
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More Norwich vs Watford tips
| Selection | Probability | Fair odds | Best odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| AH1 +1.5Norwich +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 91% | 1.09 | - |
| 1XNorwich or Draw | 82% | 1.23 | - |
| O2.5Over 2.5 goals | 73% | 1.37 | - |
| AH2 +1.5Watford +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 60% | 1.66 | - |
| X2Watford or Draw | 56% | 1.78 | - |
| O3.5Over 3.5 goals | 53% | 1.90 | - |
| U3.5Under 3.5 goals | 47% | 2.11 | - |
| 1Norwich to win | 44% | 2.28 | - |
| AH1 -1.5Norwich -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 40% | 2.52 | - |
| XDraw | 38% | 2.65 | - |
| BTTS NoBoth teams NOT to score | 32% | 3.13 | - |
| U2.5Under 2.5 goals | 27% | 3.72 | - |
| 2Watford to win | 18% | 5.43 | - |
| AH2 -1.5Watford -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 9% | 11.74 | - |
Norwich vs Watford preview & analysis
Match preview
Norwich host Watford in the Championship (Regular Season - 13) at Carrow Road on Saturday, 31 October 2026, with kick-off at 12:30 UTC. Here's our full prediction, built from bookmaker prices, current form and head-to-head data.
Team form
Norwich are struggling for results, with 0 wins, 0 draws and 5 defeats in their last 5 matches, scoring 7 and conceding 16. Most recently they lost to Southampton 0-1 at home. They're 20th in the table with 9 points from 10 games. Watford are struggling for results, with 1 win, 0 draws and 4 defeats in their last 5 matches, scoring 4 and conceding 13. Most recently they lost to Cardiff 1-5 away. They're 22nd in the table with 8 points from 10 games.
Head to head
In the last 6 meetings between these sides, Norwich have won 4, Watford have won 2 and 0 ended level. Those games averaged 3.5 goals, and both teams scored in 4 of them.
What the numbers say
Our model makes Norwich narrow favourites: Norwich 44%, draw 38%, Watford 18%. We expect around 3.8 goals (2.4 - 1.4 in expected goals), with 73% for over 2.5 and 68% for both teams to score.
Our tip
Both attacks are firing and neither defence has been keeping clean sheets. We expect goals at both ends. Our pick is Both teams to score, which our model rates at a 68% chance. For a bigger price, the most likely correct score is Norwich 2-1 Watford.
Recent form
Norwich- 14 OctHSouthampton0-1
- 10 OctASwansea1-2
- 20 SeptHBolton3-4
- 17 SeptAManchester City0-5
- 12 SeptAMiddlesbrough3-4
Watford- 13 OctACardiff1-5
- 10 OctHBurnley0-4
- 18 SeptABristol City0-1
- 12 SeptHStoke City1-2
- 8 SeptHPreston2-1
Head to head
Championship table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Swansea | 10 | 7 | 2 | 1 | +9 | 23 |
| 2 |  Middlesbrough | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | +6 | 21 |
| 3 |  West Ham | 10 | 5 | 4 | 1 | +17 | 19 |
| 4 |  Birmingham | 10 | 4 | 5 | 1 | +6 | 17 |
| 18 |  Lincoln | 10 | 3 | 2 | 5 | -10 | 11 |
| 19 |  Cardiff | 10 | 2 | 4 | 4 | +1 | 10 |
| 20 | Norwich | 10 | 3 | 0 | 7 | -3 | 9 |
| 21 |  Burnley | 10 | 1 | 5 | 4 | -4 | 8 |
| 22 | Watford | 10 | 2 | 2 | 6 | -11 | 8 |
| 23 |  Derby | 10 | 1 | 3 | 6 | -10 | 6 |
| 24 |  Preston | 10 | 1 | 1 | 8 | -12 | 4 |
Norwich vs Watford: FAQ
What is the Norwich vs Watford prediction?
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Our tip is Both teams to score. Our predicted score is Norwich 2-1 Watford.
Who is the favourite to win Norwich vs Watford?
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Norwich are favourites. Our model gives Norwich a 44% chance of winning, Watford 18%, and the draw 38%.
Will both teams score in Norwich vs Watford?
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We rate both teams to score at 68%, so BTTS Yes is likely.
When does Norwich vs Watford kick off?
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Norwich vs Watford kicks off at 12:30 UTC on Saturday, 31 October 2026 at Carrow Road, Norwich.
