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Wolves are at home to Watford on 24 October 2026 · 15:00 at Molineux Stadium (Wolverhampton), with Robert Madley, England as the referee. Our favourites are Wolves (66%). Further down: our tip, estimated probabilities, absences and our analysis of the match.
Wolves vs Watford: match preview and analysis
How we arrived at this tip
- Table. In the table, Wolves are 3rd with 24 points after 13 matches (7W 3D 3L), whereas Watford are 21st with 11 points (3W 2D 8L).
- Attack and defence. Wolves have scored 1.7 and conceded 1.5 goals per game on average in this competition; Watford average 0.9 scored and 1.7 conceded.
- Form in the competition. Wolves: 5W 3D 3L, goals 19–16; Watford: 3W 2D 6L, goals 10–19.
- Head to head. In their 12 meetings so far, Wolves have 6 wins, Watford have 4 wins and 2 draws have been recorded; the goals stand at 19–13.
What to expect
Wolves should have the edge here, in our view. Our projected score is 2–1, about 3 goals combined, and 2–0 (10.9%) is the single most probable outcome. We think this will be an open match with plenty of goals.
Our tip for goals is Under 3.5 goals (odds 1.55), and our probability for it is 63%. We estimate both teams scoring at 52% and over 2.5 goals at 59%.
Prediction: key points
- Meetings: 12; Wolves 6 wins, 2 draws, Watford 4 wins.
- Meetings between these sides have averaged 2.7 goals.
- Goals scored and conceded in this competition: Wolves 19–16, Watford 10–19.
- We are expecting about 3 goals, and we give over 2.5 goals 59%.
- Absent: Wolves 5, Watford 5.
Alternative tip: Over 2.5 goals
Alternative pick: Over 2.5 goals (probability 59%, best available odds 1.67). Our projection of about 3 goals is in line with it.
Absences
Wolves are missing: R. Gomes, R. Jimenez, B. Traore, B. Traore, A. Armstrong. Watford are without: K. Baah, E. Bove, J. Ngakia, T. Akomeah, M. Antonio. Team news may still change, so check again before kick-off.
Wolves vs Watford: the odds compared
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best available odds | 1.47 | 4.90 | 7.00 |
| Market average | 1.43 | 4.63 | 6.76 |
| Lowest odds | 1.40 | 4.33 | 6.00 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.22 | 1.17 | 79.8% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.67 | 1.61 | 58.6% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 2.38 | 2.28 | 41.4% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 2.65 | 2.51 | 37.3% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.83 | 1.78 | 52.3% |
| BTTS – no | 2.10 | 1.95 | 47.7% |
Odds collected from several bookmakers and updated 24/10/26, 13:58. They are only a guide and a single operator may offer different prices. Average margin is 6.3%.
Match at a glance
- Likely result: Wolves 2–0 Watford, roughly 3 goals in total.
- Table: Wolves 3rd (24 points), Watford 21st (11 points).
- Form in the competition: Wolves 5W 3D 3L (19:16), Watford 3W 2D 6L (10:19).
- H2H: 12 matches: Wolves 6W 2D 4L, goals 19–13.
- Absences: Wolves 5, Watford 5.
Who will win Wolves vs Watford?
We base this estimate on several bookmakers' odds with the margin taken out. It is no guarantee of the outcome.
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Fair odds = 1 / probability. If the top available odds are bigger than the fair odds, there is value in the price. Likely ≥ 60%, possible 50–60%, outsider less than 50%.
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Wolves vs Watford: who is missing
Wolves
- R. Gomesfoot injury · will miss the match
- R. Jimenezknee injury · will miss the match
- B. Traoreinjury · will miss the match
- B. Traoreinjury · will miss the match
- A. Armstrongback injury · doubtful
Watford
- K. Baahknock · will miss the match
- E. Boveknee injury · will miss the match
- J. Ngakiathigh injury · will miss the match
- T. Akomeahabsence · doubtful
- M. Antonionot in the squad · doubtful
This list may be updated before kick-off.
Wolves vs Watford: table positions and form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Middlesbrough | 13 | 8-4-1 | 30:17 | 28 |
| 2 |  Swansea | 13 | 8-2-3 | 20:13 | 26 |
| 3 | Wolves | 13 | 7-3-3 | 23:16 | 24 |
| 4 |  West Brom | 13 | 7-3-3 | 19:14 | 24 |
| 5 |  Southampton | 13 | 8-3-2 | 28:13 | 23 |
| 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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Wolves vs Watford: questions and answers
What is the best tip for Wolves vs Watford?
Our result tip is Wolves to win (odds 1.47), and our goals tip is Under 3.5 goals (odds 1.55). The safer pick is Wolves or draw (1X).
Who will win Wolves vs Watford?
Our probabilities: Wolves to win 66%, a draw 20%, Watford to win 14%.
What time and where is kick-off?
24 October 2026, kick-off at 15:00, at Molineux Stadium, Wolverhampton. Referee: Robert Madley, England.
Who will be missing?
Wolves: R. Gomes, R. Jimenez, B. Traore, B. Traore, A. Armstrong. Watford: K. Baah, E. Bove, J. Ngakia, T. Akomeah, M. Antonio. This list may be updated before kick-off.
Will there be three or more goals?
Our probability for over 2.5 goals is 59% (odds 1.67); under 2.5 goals is at 41% (odds 2.38).
Will both teams score?
We think both teams will score with a 52% probability (odds 1.83).
What is the likeliest correct score?
Our likeliest score is 2–0 (10.9%); after that come 1–0 (10.2%) and 2–1 (9.9%).
How do you work out your predictions?
Our method begins with odds from several bookmakers: we take away the bookmaker margin and average what remains to get probabilities. A Poisson distribution then turns those into expected goals and the most probable scorelines. For context, the page also shows team form, the head to head and missing players. Treat our predictions as information, not a promise of a win.
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