Middlesbrough vs Watford (Championship) is scheduled for 30 January 2027 at 15:00.
Middlesbrough vs Watford: table positions and form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Middlesbrough | 13 | 8-4-1 | 30:17 | 28 |
| 2 | Southampton | 13 | 8-3-2 | 28:13 | 27 |
| 3 | Swansea | 13 | 8-2-3 | 20:13 | 26 |
| 4 | Wolves | 13 | 7-3-3 | 23:16 | 24 |
| 5 | West Brom | 13 | 7-3-3 | 19:14 | 24 |
| 6 | Birmingham | 13 | 6-5-2 | 23:13 | 23 |
| 7 | Stoke City | 13 | 7-2-4 | 20:16 | 23 |
| 8 | West Ham | 13 | 6-4-3 | 33:18 | 22 |
| 9 | QPR | 13 | 5-5-3 | 21:16 | 20 |
| 10 | Sheffield Utd | 13 | 5-4-4 | 17:15 | 19 |
| 11 | Portsmouth | 13 | 5-4-4 | 16:15 | 19 |
| 12 | Millwall | 13 | 5-3-5 | 23:21 | 18 |
| 13 | Blackburn | 13 | 5-3-5 | 19:20 | 18 |
| 14 | Bristol City | 13 | 5-3-5 | 15:17 | 18 |
| 15 | Norwich | 13 | 5-0-8 | 23:24 | 15 |
| 16 | Lincoln | 13 | 4-3-6 | 14:23 | 15 |
| 17 | Cardiff | 13 | 3-5-5 | 19:20 | 14 |
| 18 | Wrexham | 13 | 3-5-5 | 15:19 | 14 |
| 19 | Bolton | 13 | 4-2-7 | 18:26 | 14 |
| 20 | Charlton | 13 | 3-5-5 | 11:21 | 14 |
| 21 | Watford | 13 | 3-2-8 | 12:23 | 11 |
| 22 | Burnley | 13 | 1-6-6 | 17:25 | 9 |
| 23 | Derby | 13 | 1-4-8 | 11:25 | 7 |
| 24 | Preston | 13 | 1-2-10 | 10:27 | 5 |
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Middlesbrough vs Watford: match preview and analysis
Middlesbrough host Watford in what promises to be a crucial clash for both sides, with the hosts sitting fifth on 13 points after four wins, a draw and a loss, and a solid 12‑8 goal difference. Watford, languishing in 17th place with eight points from two victories, two draws and three defeats, will be desperate to close the gap on the relegation zone, having scored seven and conceded nine so far. The two teams have not met this season, but their divergent form suggests Middlesbrough will look to extend their unbeaten run at home while Watford hopes to turn their modest goal tally into a vital point. A win for Middlesbrough could cement their push for the top‑four, whereas a positive result for Watford might spark a late‑season revival.
Middlesbrough vs Watford: team stats compared
Each team's share in per cent: form in the last matches before this one, goals per match from the table and the head-to-head meetings.
Middlesbrough vs Watford: questions and answers
What time and where is kick-off?
30 January 2027, kick-off at 15:00, at Riverside Stadium.
Where do the teams stand in the table?
Middlesbrough: 1st (28 points), Watford: 21st (11 points).
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