Manchester United vs Watford
26th February 1500hrs
Football – England – Premier League
Pick Home Win -2
Bookmaker Unibet
Odds: 11/5 odds taken 1346 GMT, Friday 25 February
Ralf Rangnick’s Manchester United and Roy Hodgson’s Watford square off at Old Trafford this Saturday afternoon in Premier League action. The Hornets thumped the Red Devils in the reverse game but have picked up just one win since, while United have suffered only one league defeat. Watford are in dire straits, and Man United will be looking to make home advantage count in this one. Read our in-depth betting preview for the latest odds and top tips.
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Manchester United Preview – Will the Red Devils extend unbeaten run?
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was sacked after Manchester United’s embarrassing 4-1 reverse at Watford back in November, with Ralf Rangnick taking over shortly after. Under their new boss so far, United have suffered just one league defeat.
Since that loss to Wolverhampton Wanderers at Old Trafford at the start of 2022, Man United are unbeaten in seven Premier League matches (four wins, three draws). Last weekend, the Red Devils beat rivals Leeds United 4-2 at Elland Road, with they followed up with a good UEFA Champions League draw with Atletico Madrid in the Spanish capital in midweek.
Man United currently occupy a place in the Premier League’s top four, though the likes of Arsenal, West Ham United, Wolves and Tottenham Hotspur are breathing down their neck. With that in mind, no less than three points will do this weekend.
Watford Preview – Can the Hornets upset the Red Devils again?
Watford have had a miserable season on their Premier League return so far. The Hornets are down in 19th spot with a mere 18 points to their name after five wins, three draws and 17 defeats.
In Watford’s last away match, Roy Hodgson picked up his first win with a 1-0 victory at Aston Villa. However, they were brought back down to earth with a bump in midweek, crashing to a heavy 4-1 home loss to Patrick Vieira’s Crystal Palace.
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After recent results, the Hertfordshire club find themselves four points away from safety in 19th. They are in desperate need of wins, but this will be an arduous task in Manchester.
Manchester United vs Watford Betting Advice
Watford put in the performance of their season in the reverse fixture back in November. The Red Devils had no answer to the Hornets’ deadly attack, with goals from Josh King, Ismaila Sarr, Emmanuel Dennis and Joao Pedro securing a stunning 4-1 victory.
Watford have caused United problems in recent times, winning two of the last three Premier League meetings. However, Man United have won ten in a row against the Hertfordshire club at Old Trafford.
Key Facts – Manchester United vs Watford Betting Tip
- Man United have suffered just one league loss under Rangnick
- Watford have lost ten of their past 13 Premier League games
- The Hornets thumped the Red Devils 4-1 at Vicarage Road a few months back
Man United will be eyeing up a comfortable home victory on Saturday. They should get revenge in style, and we like the look of 11/5 for Rangnick’s troops to win -2 on home soil.
The Manchester giants won 3-0 when these two last met in the Premier League at the Theatre of Dreams. United were a goal up at half time before adding two more in the second period. Back the home team to win both halves again at 2/1.
The best betting odds for Manchester United vs Watford
Manchester United to win: 3/10 at Bet365
Draw: 9/2 at Bet365
Watford to win: 17/2 at Bet365
