Norwich vs Watford: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Coral's detailed preview for Norwich vs Watford in the Championship. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 19:45 GMT match.

• Fixture: Norwich vs Watford
• Date: Monday, 29 December 2025
• Kick-off: 19:45 GMT
• Venue: Carrow Road

Norwich will be looking to bounce back from their recent loss to Watford when they face them again. With a solid home record, including wins against Charlton and Southampton, Norwich should feel confident. Their predicted 4-2-3-1 formation could provide the necessary balance to challenge Watford's defence, with players like Makama and Slimane likely to play key attacking roles.

Watford, on the other hand, come into this match with strong momentum, having won three of their last five games. Their 4-4-2 formation has been effective, as seen in their recent victories against Leicester and Stoke City. The midfield battle between Kyprianou and Mattsson could be crucial, and Watford's attacking duo of Chakvetadze and Kjerrumgaard might pose a significant threat to Norwich's defence.

Norwich have shown a mixed bag of results recently, with two wins, two draws, and one loss in their last five games. Their home form has been particularly strong, securing victories against Charlton and Southampton, which should give them confidence going into this match. However, the recent defeat to Watford might still be lingering in their minds, and they'll need to overcome that to perform well here.

Recent Championship Results:

• Win: 1-0 vs Charlton (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Preston (A)
• Win: 2-1 vs Southampton (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Sheffield Utd (A)
• Loss: 2-3 vs Watford (A)

Watford have been in excellent form, winning three of their last five matches and drawing the other two. Their recent victories against Leicester and Stoke City, coupled with a strong performance against Norwich in their last encounter, suggest they are in good shape. This run of form should give them the momentum needed to approach this game with confidence.

Recent Championship Results:

• Win: 2-1 vs Leicester (A)
• Win: 1-0 vs Stoke City (H)
• Draw: 2-2 vs Wrexham (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Sheffield Wednesday (H)
• Win: 3-2 vs Norwich (H)

The head-to-head record between Norwich and Watford has been closely contested recently. Norwich have had the upper hand in the past, winning three of the last five encounters, including a 4-1 victory in September 2024. However, Watford have shown improvement, winning the most recent match 3-2 earlier this month. This suggests that the upcoming game could be another tight affair.

Recent Championship Results

• Watford 3-2 Norwich (06 Dec 2025)

• Watford 0-1 Norwich (01 Feb 2025)

• Norwich 4-1 Watford (21 Sep 2024)

• Norwich 4-2 Watford (13 Feb 2024)

• Watford 3-2 Norwich (28 Nov 2023)

• Amankwah Forson (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Shane Duffy (Muscle) - Doubt

• Mirko Topic (Knee) – Out

• Jeffrey Schlupp (Hamstring) – Doubt

• Ante Crnac (Knee) – Out

• Pape Diallo (Hip) – Out

• Gabe Forsyth (Knee) - Out

• Mamadou Doumbia (International Duty) – Out

• Edo Kayembe (International Duty) – Out

• Pierre Dwomoh (Thigh) - Doubt

• Kwadwo Baah (Hamstring) – Doubt

• Caleb Wiley (Muscle) – Doubt

• Rocco Vata (Hamstring) – Out

• Jack Grieves (Knee) – Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Kovačević (GK), Fisher (DF), McConville (DF), Darling (DF), Chrisene (DF), McLean (MF), Mattsson (MF), Jurásek (MF), Slimane (MF), Schwartau (MF), Makama (AT)

Norwich are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Kovačević in goal and a back four of Fisher, McConville, Darling, and Chrisene. This setup should allow them to maintain a solid defensive structure while enabling McLean and Mattsson to control the midfield and support the attacking quartet of Jurásek, Slimane, Schwartau, and Makama.

• Predicted lineup: Selvik (GK), Ngakia (DF), Pollock (DF), Alleyne (DF), Bola (DF), Maamma (MF), Kyprianou (MF), Louza (MF), Ince (MF), Chakvetadze (AT), Kjerrumgaard (AT)

Watford's predicted 4-4-2 formation will see Selvik between the posts and a defensive line of Ngakia, Pollock, Alleyne, and Bola. This formation should provide a strong base for their midfielders Maamma, Kyprianou, Louza, and Ince to push forward and support the attacking duo of Chakvetadze and Kjerrumgaard, who will look to exploit any gaps in Norwich's defence.

• Makama vs Bola: Makama's pace and finishing will be tested against Bola's defensive solidity.

• Slimane vs Louza: Slimane's creativity in midfield will be crucial against Louza's ball-winning abilities.

• Mattsson (Norwich): Mattsson's control in midfield will be vital for Norwich to dictate the tempo of the game.

• Kyprianou (Watford): Kyprianou's ability to break up play and distribute the ball effectively will be key for Watford.

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