2 : 0
  • 02 May 2026, Watford vs Coventry City, 0-4, Lose
  • 25 April 2026, Middlesbrough vs Watford, 5-1, Lose
  • 21 April 2026, West Bromwich Albion vs Watford, 3-0, Lose
  • 18 April 2026, Watford vs Sheffield United, 0-2, Lose
  • 11 April 2026, Oxford United vs Watford, 2-0, Lose
Watford
Home
  • 02 May 2026, Portsmouth vs Birmingham City, 1-1, Draw
  • 25 April 2026, Birmingham City vs Bristol City, 2-1, Win
  • 22 April 2026, Birmingham City vs Preston North End, 2-1, Win
  • 18 April 2026, Hull City vs Birmingham City, 1-1, Draw
  • 12 April 2026, Birmingham City vs Wrexham FC, 2-0, Win
Birmingham City
Away
Championship
Championship, England

The Championship encounter between Watford and Birmingham City on September 16, 2023, was unequivocally dominated by the home side, as reflected in the 2-0 scoreline. The Hornets exerted their control most notably in terms of goal scoring, corner kicks, and disciplinary matters - clear statistical indicators reflecting their dominance during this match.

Watford's late goals, both arriving in the second half at times 01:32:11 and 01:35:43, confirmed their superiority, demonstrating their continuous efforts throughout the game. It is evident from the timing that they didn't back down in their efforts to secure the victory, and in doing so, demonstrated great stamina and drill.

Birmingham City was unsuccessful in their efforts to find the back of the net, showing a lack of efficiency in front of goal. Their inability to convert any of their corner kicks, of which they only had one in comparison to Watford's eight, paints a picture of their inefficiency from this crucial set-piece scenario. This single corner kick was a clear sign of the team's lack of offensive action throughout the match.

Furthermore, Birmingham city evidently struggled with discipline throughout the match, an issue that significantly affected their overall performance. The away side ended up accruing a record of 7 yellow cards, 6 more than Watford, highlighting their radicals and disarray. The final blow came when they had a player sent off, further highlighting the disciplinary divide between the two sides.

The home side expressed their dominance with the control of the offsides as well, with 1 instance compared to Birmingham City's none. In football, offsides can often be an indicator of a team's dominance and attempts to crack the opponent's defensive line. Watford's single offside denotes both their attacking mentality and cohesive teamwork in navigating Birmingham's defensive arrangements.

In conclusion, this match saw Watford convincingly outperform their opponents in key areas, effectively utilizing their corner kicks, demonstrating better discipline, and showcasing their offensive might during the game. Birmingham City's lack of offensive action, notably from set-pieces, combined with their disciplinary issues, are clear statistical indicators of why the final victory belonged to Watford.

BET NOW

Form Guide

Lose0-4Watford vs Coventry City
Lose5-1Middlesbrough vs Watford
Lose3-0West Bromwich Albion vs Watford
Lose0-2Watford vs Sheffield United
Lose2-0Oxford United vs Watford
PLAYED
5
WINS
0
GOALS
1:16
GOALS / MATCH
0.2
  • Watford has lost five matches in a row with a goal difference of 1:16, scoring 0.2 goals average
Draw1-1Portsmouth vs Birmingham City
Win2-1Birmingham City vs Bristol City
Win2-1Birmingham City vs Preston North End
Draw1-1Hull City vs Birmingham City
Win2-0Birmingham City vs Wrexham FC
PLAYED
5
WINS
3
GOALS
8:4
GOALS / MATCH
1.6
  • Birmingham City has won three out of its last five matches with a goal difference of 8:4, scoring 1.6 goals average

Watford H2H Birmingham City

Home gameWatford30Birmingham CityAway gameChampionship
Away gameWatford12Birmingham CityHome gameChampionship
Away gameWatford10Birmingham CityHome gameChampionship
Home gameWatford20Birmingham CityAway gameChampionship
Home gameWatford30Birmingham CityAway gameChampionship
PLAYED
5
WINS
4
GOALS
10:2
GOALS / MATCH
2.00
  • In the last five matches that these two sides meet, Watford overtook Birmingham City four times
  • Watford won four times, lost once
  • Teams played five times head-to-head in the current season with the goals score 10:2; average goals per match – 2.00
BET NOW

FAQ

Football today takes a brief interlude, presenting a perfect moment to hone your betting prowess. Our tipsters have crafted insightful betting tips for the upcoming games. With the added advantage of copy bets, mimic the strategies of successful bettors to enhance your winning potential. Embrace the expertise of our tipsters and transform your next bet into a victory, eagerly awaiting the return of the beautiful game with optimism.

Explore our sportsbook today!