Watford U21 vs Middlesbrough U21: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 December

Watford U21
DWDDW
3rd place in Group C
3 - 1
FT
20/12/2022 09:30
Middlesbrough U21
LLWLW
2nd place in Group C
England U21 League Cup
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Watford U21 vs Middlesbrough U21 on 20 December 2022 (kick-off: 09:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Watford U21 vs Middlesbrough U21 preview before placing your bet.

  • Watford U21 will face Middlesbrough U21 in England U21 League Cup on December 20, 2022 at 09:30.
  • Watford U21 are currently 3rd with 7 points after 6 matches.
  • Middlesbrough U21 sit 2nd with 9 points from 6 matches.
Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards
Home team Away team
Probability %
1
X
2
Pred
Correct
Avg.g
Coef.
Score.
Live coef.
Weather
STANDINGS UP TO 20/12/2022
Group C PTS
GP W D L GF GA +/-
01 Huddersfield Town U21 Huddersfield Town U21
13 6 4 1 1 10 6 4
02 Middlesbrough U21 Middlesbrough U21
9 6 3 0 3 8 9 -1
03 Watford U21 Watford U21
7 6 2 1 3 10 16 -6
04 West Bromwich U21 West Bromwich U21
6 6 2 0 4 11 8 3
Watford U21 Watford U21 Last 6 matches
25/04/2026 01:00
Everton U21 2 - 2 Watford U21
England U21 Professional Development League 2
20/04/2026 19:00
Watford U21 3 - 1 Charlton Athletic U21
England U21 Professional Development League 2
14/04/2026 19:00
Huddersfield Town U21 1 - 1 Watford U21
England U21 Professional Development League 2
10/04/2026 18:00
Swansea City U21 2 - 2 Watford U21
England U21 Professional Development League 2
27/03/2026 21:00
Watford U21 6 - 0 Coventry U21
England U21 Professional Development League 2
24/03/2026 20:00
Peterborough U21 3 - 3 Watford U21
England U21 Professional Development League 2
Win
33%
Draw
67%
Lost
0%
Last 6 matches Middlesbrough U21 Middlesbrough U21
25/07/2026 01:30
Darlington 4 - 1 Middlesbrough U21
International Club Friendly
25/04/2026 20:00
Chelsea U21 1 - 0 Middlesbrough U21
England U21 Premier League
11/04/2026 01:00
Aston Villa U21 0 - 2 Middlesbrough U21
England U21 Premier League
21/03/2026 02:00
Derby County U21 1 - 0 Middlesbrough U21
England U21 Premier League
14/03/2026 02:00
Middlesbrough U21 6 - 1 Stoke City U21
England U21 Premier League
07/03/2026 02:00
Tottenham U21 1 - 3 Middlesbrough U21
England U21 Premier League
Win
50%
Draw
0%
Lost
50%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues England U21 League Cup
Played games
Watford U21
Watford U21
3
 Middlesbrough U21
Middlesbrough U21
3
Goals
Scored
8
Avg. per game
2.67
Conceded
6
Avg. per game
2.00
Scored
6
Avg. per game
2.00
Conceded
4
Avg. per game
1.33
Scored a goal
In last 6 home matches
YesNo
3 (100%)0 (0%)
In last 6 home matches
NoYes
2 (67%)1 (33%)
Watford U21

Watford U21

Recent matches

Middlesbrough U21

Middlesbrough U21

Under /Over

(100%)3 0(0%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(100%)3 0(0%)

Under /Over

(33%)1 2(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)1 2(67%)

Under /Over

(100%)3 0(0%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(67%)2 1(33%)

/Yes

(100%)3 0(0%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(33%)1 2(67%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Watford U21 Watford U21
Middlesbrough U21 Middlesbrough U21
Shots
Watford U21
Watford U21
Total shots
8.33 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Middlesbrough U21
Middlesbrough U21
Total shots
13.33 avg / game
Blocked
0 total
Avg. —
Watford U21 Watford U21 Pass Middlesbrough U21 Middlesbrough U21
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
—
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
—
TOTAL ATTACKS
Watford U21
Watford U21
264
Avg. 88.00 / game
 Middlesbrough U21
Middlesbrough U21
263
Avg. 87.67 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Watford U21
Watford U21
136
Avg. 45.33 / game
 Middlesbrough U21
Middlesbrough U21
216
Avg. 72.00 / game
OTHERS
Watford U21
Watford U21
3
Played games
Middlesbrough U21
Middlesbrough U21
3
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.00
0
Clean sheets
1
0.33
3.67
11
Corners
21
7.00
0.00
0
Throw-ins
0
0.00
0.00
0
Offsides
0
0.00
0.00
0
GK saves
0
0.00
Watford U21
Watford U21
DISCIPLINARY
Middlesbrough U21
Middlesbrough U21
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
2.00
6
Yellow card
11
3.67
0.00
0
Red card
0
0.00
0.00
0
Fouls
0
0.00
0.00
0
Tackles
0
0.00
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How We Build the Watford U21 vs Middlesbrough U21 Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Watford U21 vs Middlesbrough U21 on 20 December 2022 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this England U21 League Cup fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Watford U21 vs Middlesbrough U21 Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Watford U21's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Middlesbrough U21's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

England U21 League Cup Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live England U21 League Cup standings and the England U21 League Cup form table to understand exactly where Watford U21 and Middlesbrough U21 sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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