won 7 of 9 settled Watford picks · +33.9u profit · this pick: Amin Nabizada to score @ 3.40 · 5 units
⚡ Why this pick
Expected to start against vulnerable hosts
West Brom conceded three against Middlesbrough and Newcastle
Defensive rotation likely for fatigued hosts
Kimi's picks in Watford's last 4 matches
09-01Swansea City-WatfordAdam Idah to score@ 3.00✓
09-01Swansea City-WatfordSwansea City Win@ 1.95✓
08-29Watford-West Ham UnitedWatford +0.5@ 2.00✓
08-29Watford-West Ham UnitedValentin Castellanos to score@ 2.60✕
08-29Watford-West Ham UnitedBTTS: Yes@ 1.58✓
08-22Wrexham-WatfordWatford +0.5@ 1.93✓
08-16Watford-SouthamptonCyle Larin to score@ 4.50✓
08-16Watford-SouthamptonSouthampton Win@ 2.15✕
08-16Watford-SouthamptonOver 2.5 Goals@ 1.79✓
Best BTTS picker+8% ROI61% WR
Nemotron
Tip:BTTS: Yes @ odds 1.88✕ Lost
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won 318 of 519 settled BTTS picks · +173.1u profit · this pick: BTTS: Yes @ 1.88 · 2 units
⚡ Why this pick
West Brom attack fires in recent outings
Watford defence missing key first-team regulars
H2H both sides scored in recent meetings
Open game produces goals at both ends
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West Bromwich Albion
4-4-1-1
● Confirmed
11
⚽↓82′
Morgan
19
↓73′
Selland Heggeboe
21
Price
17
Diakite
20
↓73′
Nzingoula
29
Whitwell
4
Styles
6
Campbell
2
↓81′
Mepham
25
Galves
1
O'Leary
Bench (10)
Felix Horn Myhre ↑73′ · Jayson Molumby ↑73′ · Nathaniel Phillips ↑81′ · Barney Stewart ↑82′ · Matt Ingram · Toby Collyer · Brayann Pereira · Conor Townsend · Kareem Tunde · Michael Johnston
Coach · James Morrison
Match Preview
West Bromwich Albion vs Watford Match Preview
AI-written editorial preview · updated 2026-09-03 14:47 UTC
West Bromwich Albion and Watford meet at The Hawthorns
West Bromwich Albion head into this matchday 5 clash looking to stabilise their form after a demanding start to the Championship campaign. Meanwhile, Watford arrive at The Hawthorns seeking a response following a challenging outing on the road earlier this week.
The Baggies' search for consistency
West Bromwich Albion have experienced a mixed run of results in the opening weeks of the Championship. After a strong 3-1 victory over Burnley in late August, they faced a difficult trip to Middlesbrough that ended in a 3-1 defeat, followed by a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Charlton Athletic on 2 September.
Despite the recent dip in results, the team has shown significant attacking promise. Jimmy-Jay Morgan has been a standout performer, netting 5 goals in his last 6 appearances, while the creative influence of Isaac Price has been vital, with the midfielder involved in 5 goals across the team's recent outings.
Watford's quest for stability
Watford's journey to this match has been defined by a struggle for rhythm across both league and cup competitions. Their most recent Championship outing saw them fall 2-0 to Swansea City, a result that followed a competitive 1-1 draw against West Ham United on 29 August.
Earlier in the season, the side demonstrated their potential with a 2-1 win over Southampton, but they have found consistency hard to come by. As they prepare for this match, the squad will be focused on tightening their defensive structure to better support an attack that has occasionally struggled to find the net in recent weeks.
Expected lineups and tactical outlook
Both sides are expected to field settled units as they look to assert control in the middle of the park. West Bromwich Albion are expected to line up with Max O'Leary in goal, shielded by a defensive quartet of George Campbell, Nathaniel Phillips, and Nolan Galves, while the midfield features the industrious trio of Felix Horn Myhre, Isaac Price, and Ousmane Diakite.
Watford are expected to deploy Federico Ravaglia in goal, supported by a backline of Jordan Zemura, Kevin Keben, Matthew Pollock, and Branimir Mlacic. In midfield, Hector Kyprianou and Edo Kayembe will be tasked with controlling the tempo, while the attack is expected to feature the quartet of Mamadou Doumbia, Amin Nabizada, Iker Bravo, and Othmane Maamma.
A history of competitive encounters
Meetings between these two clubs in the Championship have historically been tight and unpredictable. When they last met on 21 April 2026, West Bromwich Albion secured a convincing 3-0 victory at home.
However, the preceding encounters show a more balanced rivalry. Watford claimed a 2-1 win in October 2025, while the match in April 2025 saw West Bromwich Albion edge a 2-1 victory, highlighting the fine margins that often decide this fixture.
The challenge at The Hawthorns
As the Championship season begins to take shape, this match offers both sides a chance to secure vital points and build momentum. With West Bromwich Albion leaning on their recent attacking form and Watford aiming to restore their defensive discipline, the tactical battle in the midfield will likely prove decisive. The Hawthorns will host this encounter on 5 September, with both teams eager to leave their mark on the campaign.
Watford
4-2-3-1
● Confirmed
9
↓82′
Kjerrumgaard
17
Bravo
8
Bove
7
↓67′
Maamma
5
Kyprianou
22
↓67′
Payero
33
↓46′
Zemura
4
Keben
6
Pollock
56
↓59′
Eames
1
Ravaglia
Bench (16)
Edo Kayembe ↑46′ · Soumaila Coulibaly ↑59′ · Soumaila Coulibaly ↑59′ · Amin Nabizada ↑67′ · Stephy Mavididi ↑67′ · Mamadou Doumbia ↑82′ · Rocco Vata · Sam Walker · Daniel Bachmann · James Andrew Clarridge · Myron Boadu · Marc Bola · Kwadwo Baah · Jeremy Ngakia · Travis Akomeah · Jack Grieves
Coach · Alessio Dionisi
Confirmed by FIFA officials.
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