Stoke vs Watford: Summary, Lineups, Stats

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14 Mar,16:00
3 - 1
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Stoke vs Watford Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score

1st Half1 - 0
17
T. Rigo
was cautioned
28
M. Manhoef
scored for Stoke
2nd Half3 - 1
50
S. Thomas
was cautioned
51
N. Mendy
was cautioned
60
M. Taloverov
was cautioned
72
T. Simkin
was cautioned
77
M. Manhoef
scored for Stoke
81
N. Irankunda
scored for Watford
85
S. Gallagher
scored for Stoke
90+3
N. Irankunda
was cautioned

On 14 March 2026, Stoke City face Watford at Britannia Stadium with kickoff scheduled for . This England Championship encounter presents another opportunity for both teams to compete and aim for a positive result.

Stoke City generally use a balanced tactical approach.

Watford generally use a balanced tactical approach.

Recent Form

Stoke City

W D L L W

Watford

L D W L W

Stoke City are in solid form, consistently picking up results in recent matches. They remain reliable and consistent in recent games.

Likewise, Watford have shown strong momentum, remaining difficult to beat in recent weeks. The team should continue to build on their recent results.

Recent Form Home/Away

Stoke City (Home)

W D W D L

Watford (Away)

L D W D L
There is little difference in Stoke City's performance across venues.

Watford form remains fairly steady regardless of location.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)

Stoke City

- - - - -

Watford

- - - - +

Stoke City are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. They will need to tighten things up at the back.

However, Watford have clear defensive issues, conceding goals regularly. Defensive frailties could be costly.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away

Stoke City (Home)

- - - - -

Watford (Away)

- - - - -
Stoke City's defensive record is consistent both home and away.

Watford show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

Stoke City

+ + - + +

Watford

+ - + - -

Stoke City are involved in some very high-scoring fixtures. Their matches rarely disappoint in terms of excitement.

In contrast, Watford's recent matches have shown a mixed pattern in terms of goals. Much depends on the opponent.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

Stoke City (Home)

+ + + + -

Watford (Away)

+ - + + -
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Stoke City.

Only small differences appear in Watford's match tempo home versus away.

Scoring Consistency

Stoke City

+ + - + +

Watford

+ + + - +

Stoke City have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.

Similarly, Watford show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

Stoke City (Home)

+ + + + -

Watford (Away)

+ + + + -
There is little difference in Stoke City's scoring output across venues.

Watford's ability to score has been consistent home and away.

Match Information
Referee: Leigh Doughty
Venue: Britannia Stadium

Stoke vs Watford Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

1.4
xG
1.97
44
Ball Posession (%)
56
1
Big Chances
4
4
Cautions
2
19
Shots
15
12
Shots on Goal
4
3
Shots Blocked
4
13
Shots inside Box
9
6
Shots outside Box
6
0
Hit Woodwork
0
11
Fouls
13
6
Corner Kicks
7
20
Throw Ins
20
3
Saves
9
13
Free Kicks
11
2
Offsides
0
315
Passes Total
390
226
Passes Completed
306
76
Passes in the final 3rd Total
174
46
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
131
35
Touches in the Opposition Box
25
12
Tackles Total
13
8
Tackles Completed
6
29
Clearances
34
20
Crosses Total
27
7
Crosses Completed
3
13
Interceptions
7

Stoke vs Watford Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations

Starting Lineup
25
T. Simkin
1
E. Selvik
17
E. Bocat
16
M. Bola
26
A. Phillips
21
S. Mfuni
40
M. Taloverov
3
S. Goglichidze
22
J. Tchamadeu
25
J. Abankwah
19
T. Rigo
8
G. Chakvetadze
15
S. NZonzi
23
N. Mendy
7
S. Thomas
10
I. Louza
10
B. Joon-Ho
7
T. Ince
42
M. Manhoef
18
V. Semedo
49
M. Smit
39
E. Kayembe

Stoke vs Watford H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results

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