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Watford v Charlton kicks off on 17 October 2026 · 12:30 at Vicarage Road (Watford), refereed by Thomas Bramall. In our view it is an even contest. Further down you will find the tip, the chances of each result, absences and a breakdown of the match.
Watford vs Charlton: odds comparison
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best odds on the market | 2.64 | 3.40 | 2.80 |
| Market average | 2.50 | 3.33 | 2.74 |
| Lowest odds | 2.45 | 3.20 | 2.70 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.30 | 1.28 | 72.4% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.97 | 1.90 | 49.5% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 1.92 | 1.87 | 50.5% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 3.40 | 3.19 | 29.2% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.70 | 1.69 | 54.8% |
| BTTS – no | 2.10 | 2.05 | 45.2% |
The odds summarise prices from several bookmakers, updated 17/10/26, 10:01. They are a guide only and may differ at a given operator. Average margin 6.7%.
Match at a glance
- Likely result: Watford 1–1 Charlton, roughly 2 goals in total.
- Table: Watford 21st (11 points), Charlton 19th (14 points).
- Absences: Watford 0, Charlton 0.
Who will win Watford vs Charlton?
The estimate is based on odds from several bookmakers with the margin removed. It is not a guarantee of the result.
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Watford vs Charlton: absences and injuries
Watford
- No reported absences
Charlton
- No reported absences
The list may change before kick-off.
Watford vs Charlton: table and team form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Middlesbrough | 12 | 7-4-1 | 27:17 | 25 |
| 2 |  Swansea | 12 | 7-2-3 | 16:13 | 23 |
| 3 |  West Ham | 12 | 6-4-2 | 32:15 | 22 |
| 4 |  Wolves | 12 | 6-3-3 | 20:16 | 21 |
| 5 |  West Brom | 12 | 6-3-3 | 16:13 | 21 |
| 6 |  Southampton | 12 | 7-3-2 | 24:12 | 20 |
| 7 |  Birmingham | 12 | 5-5-2 | 20:12 | 20 |
| 8 |  QPR | 12 | 5-5-2 | 20:12 | 20 |
| 9 |  Stoke City | 12 | 6-2-4 | 18:16 | 20 |
| 10 |  Blackburn | 12 | 5-3-4 | 19:16 | 18 |
| 11 |  Portsmouth | 12 | 5-3-4 | 16:15 | 18 |
| 12 |  Sheffield Utd | 12 | 4-4-4 | 16:15 | 16 |
| 13 |  Millwall | 12 | 4-3-5 | 19:20 | 15 |
| 14 |  Bristol City | 12 | 4-3-5 | 12:15 | 15 |
| 15 |  Lincoln | 12 | 4-3-5 | 13:20 | 15 |
| 16 |  Cardiff | 12 | 3-5-4 | 19:17 | 14 |
| 17 |  Wrexham | 12 | 3-5-4 | 15:18 | 14 |
| 18 |  Bolton | 12 | 4-2-6 | 16:23 | 14 |
| 19 | Charlton | 12 | 3-5-4 | 11:18 | 14 |
| 20 |  Norwich | 12 | 4-0-8 | 20:22 | 12 |
| 21 | Watford | 12 | 3-2-7 | 10:20 | 11 |
| 22 |  Burnley | 12 | 1-5-6 | 17:25 | 8 |
| 23 |  Derby | 12 | 1-4-7 | 10:21 | 7 |
| 24 |  Preston | 12 | 1-2-9 | 10:25 | 5 |
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Watford vs Charlton: match analysis
Why we made this tip
- Table. Watford are 21st with 11 points from 12 matches (3W 2D 7L); Charlton are 19th with 14 points (3W 5D 4L).
What to expect
We expect an even match: our score estimate is 1–1, so roughly 2 goals in total. The most likely result is 1–1 (12.4%). We expect a fairly even contest.
Our goals tip: Both teams to score (odds 1.70), which we rate at 55%. We put the chance of both teams scoring at 55% and of over 2.5 goals at 50%.
Key points of the prediction
- We expect roughly 2 goals; the chance of over 2.5 goals is 50%.
- Absences: Watford 0, Charlton 0.
Alternative tip: Under 2.5 goals
Alternative: Under 2.5 goals (probability 50%, best odds 1.92). We expect roughly 2 goals, which supports this tip.
Absences
Watford will be without: no absences. Charlton are missing: no absences. Check the team news again before kick-off.
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Watford vs Charlton: frequently asked questions
What is the tip for Watford vs Charlton?
Our tip on the result is Watford or draw (1X) at odds of 1.43, and for goals we suggest Both teams to score at 1.70. The safer option is Watford or draw (1X).
Who will win Watford vs Charlton?
By our estimate, the probabilities are: Watford win 38%, draw 28%, Charlton win 34%.
When and where is the match played?
17 October 2026 at 12:30, venue: Vicarage Road, Watford. Referee: Thomas Bramall.
Who will be missing?
Watford: no absences. Charlton: no absences. The list may change before the match.
Will there be more than 2.5 goals?
By our estimate, the chance of over 2.5 goals is 50% (odds 1.97) and of under 2.5 goals 50% (odds 1.92).
Will both teams score?
We estimate the probability of both teams scoring at 55% (odds 1.70).
What is the most likely correct score?
The most likely score is 1–1 (12.4%), followed by 1–0 (9.5%) and 0–1 (9.2%).
How are your predictions made?
We derive the probabilities from the odds of several bookmakers: we remove the margin and average the prices, then calculate the expected goals and the most likely scores with a Poisson distribution. Team form, head to head and absences are on the page as context. Our predictions are for information only and do not guarantee a win.
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