Tomorrow, Watford will face a daunting challenge as they host Leicester City at Vicarage Road in what is expected to be one of their toughest matches of the season so far.
The Hornets were defeated by the Foxes in their previous encounter, and it wouldn’t be surprising if Leicester completes a double over them. With Watford urgently needing points to stay in the promotion mix, their recent lack of wins has been a blow to their aspirations under Valerien Ismael’s leadership.
Despite some impressive results achieved, Watford’s progress this season may all be in vain if they fail to capitalize on their efforts. The club is aiming for a top-six finish in order to make a swift return to the Premier League following a disappointing 2022/23 season.
On the other hand, Leicester’s path to the top spot in the Championship is forecast to be smoother than that of Watford. The Foxes are in a favorable position after recent stumbles by Ipswich Town, putting them on course to win the Championship title. The possibility of breaking Reading’s 106-point record gives the team motivation to secure victory, but their primary focus remains on regaining a place in the top flight after relegation last season.
With Watford’s recent struggles and Leicester’s strong form, Sky Sports columnist David Prutton predicts a 3-1 win for Leicester at Vicarage Road. Leicester has standout players like Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Patson Daka, who are expected to pose a significant threat to Watford. Despite this, Watford’s Ismael Kone also has the potential to make an impact and contribute to the team’s scoring efforts.
