Cardiff vs Watford Predictions

• Watford have seen both teams score in their last eight matches
• The Hornets have conceded in all of their away trips this season
• Cardiff are without a clean sheet in their last six at home

Goals are good value given Watford’s run

Watford’s 4-1 hammering at Fulham was their fourth defeat on the spin, a run which started with a 2-1 loss at home to Cardiff at the end of 2024.

The Bluebirds have improved of late, with their win at Sheffield United in the cup on Thursday night leaving them unbeaten in four. However, Cardiff have won the second-fewest points at home in the Championship this term, so it’s hard to make a case for them completing a quick double over the Hornets.

Both teams to score is the standout bet here, having landed in each of Watford’s last eight matches. The Hornets’ rotten away form matches Cardiff’s struggles at home, with the visitors conceding in all 12 of their trips.

Watford’s last eight on the road have featured both teams scoring on seven occasions, with the away side averaging 1.33 goals per match on their travels despite their poor points return.

Cardiff have conceded in their previous six home matches but their improved recent results mixed with Watford’s defensive struggles should bring the Welsh side some joy. Back both teams to score in this clash, while the pair can share the spoils in a 1-1 draw.