Watford 2-1 Derby County

Current streaks

Recent form

Watford

Watford's recent form has been impressive, with the team currently riding a three-game winning streak across all competitions. Their offensive prowess has been particularly noteworthy, scoring a remarkable 11 goals in their last three matches, including a 5-0 thrashing of Milton Keynes Dons in the League Cup. The team's goal-scoring average of 2.83 goals per game over their last six matches is exceptional, contributing to their high-scoring encounters with 83% of games featuring over 2.5 goals. Despite conceding in two-thirds of their matches, Watford's positive goal difference of 9 and their current 3rd position in the league table after two games highlight their strong start to the season. The team's ability to keep two clean sheets in their last six games, coupled with their prolific scoring, suggests they are finding a good balance between attack and defense.

Derby County

Derby County's recent form shows a mix of results, with the team experiencing both highs and lows. The Rams have won three and lost three of their last six games across all competitions, demonstrating inconsistency. Their attacking prowess is evident, scoring an impressive 11 goals in these matches, averaging 1.83 goals per game. However, their defense has been vulnerable, conceding 12 goals at an average of 2 per game. Notably, two of their recent matches were high-scoring affairs: a 4-3 loss to Barnsley in a friendly and a 4-2 defeat to Blackburn Rovers in the Championship. The team's games have been exciting for neutrals, with 83% of their matches seeing both teams score and over 2.5 goals. Despite their mixed form, Derby County has managed to secure 12th position in the league table after two Championship games, showing promise for the season ahead.

Recent home/away form

Watford

Watford's recent home form shows promising signs, with a current streak of two consecutive wins, including an impressive 5-0 victory over Milton Keynes Dons in the League Cup. Their last six home games have resulted in three wins, two draws, and only one loss, demonstrating solid overall performance. Notably, Watford has kept four clean sheets in these six matches, showcasing a strong defensive record. The team's goal-scoring ability is highlighted by their 10 goals in six games, averaging 1.67 goals per game, with a particularly high-scoring game against Milton Keynes Dons. However, 67% of their recent home games have seen under 2.5 goals, suggesting a tendency towards tighter, lower-scoring matches despite their occasional offensive outbursts.

Derby County

Derby County's recent away form presents a concerning trend, with the team currently on a four-game losing streak in their most recent away matches. This run includes high-scoring encounters, particularly the 4-3 loss to Barnsley and the 4-2 defeat against Blackburn Rovers, highlighting defensive vulnerabilities on the road. Despite the overall negative trend, there are some positive aspects to note: Derby managed two consecutive away wins prior to this losing streak, including a clean sheet against Cambridge United. The team's goal-scoring ability remains a bright spot, averaging 1.83 goals per game in their last six matches, although this is overshadowed by conceding an average of 2.17 goals per game. Notably, 83% of these recent away games have seen over 2.5 goals, suggesting Derby's matches are often high-scoring affairs, providing excitement for neutral spectators but potential worry for Derby fans concerned about their team's defensive stability.