Ipswich Town vs Watford FC – Expert Analysis
The upcoming match between Ipswich Town and Watford FC presents a fascinating betting landscape. With both teams showcasing competitive performances, the odds reflect a closely contested game. Ipswich Town, playing at home, is favored to score in the first half with odds at 70.00, while Watford is expected to hold off scoring in the same period, with odds at 85.00. The likelihood of both teams not scoring in either half is quite high, with odds of 84.00 and 83.50 respectively, indicating a potentially tight match.
Ipswich Town
Watford FC
Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 83.90% | 1.18 Make Bet | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half | 86.70% | 1.33 Make Bet | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 82.70% | Make Bet | |
| Home Team To Score In 1st Half | 69.30% | Make Bet | |
| Over 0.5 Goals HT | 66.60% | 1.40 Make Bet | |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 66.30% | 1.29 Make Bet | |
| Under 4.5 Cards | 66.40% | Make Bet | |
| Under 5.5 Cards | 66.30% | Make Bet | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half | 66.90% | Make Bet | |
| Home Team To Win | 63.10% | 1.72 Make Bet | |
| Last Goal 73+ Minutes | 58.50% | 1.83 Make Bet | |
| Goal In Last 15 Minutes | 60.10% | Make Bet | |
| Home Team To Score In 2nd Half | 54.30% | Make Bet | |
| Both Teams To Score | 56.40% | 1.83 Make Bet | |
| First Goal 30+ Minutes | 53.30% | Make Bet | |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 54.90% | 1.91 Make Bet | |
| Avg. Total Goals | 3.65% | Make Bet | |
| Yellow Cards | 1.95% | Make Bet | |
| Avg. Goals Scored | 2.53% | Make Bet | |
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 2.42% | Make Bet | |
| Red Cards | 1.29% | Make Bet |
Betting Predictions
- Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: 84.00
- Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: 83.50
- Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half: 85.00
- Home Team To Score In 1st Half: 70.00
- Over 0.5 Goals HT: 67.90
- Over 1.5 Goals: 68.90
- Under 4.5 Cards: 68.90
- Under 5.5 Cards: 69.10
- Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: 65.40
- Home Team To Win: 60.80
- Last Goal 73+ Minutes: 59.10
- Goal In Last 15 Minutes: 62.40
- Home Team To Score In 2nd Half: 58.30
- Both Teams To Score: 51.60
- First Goal 30+ Minutes: 54.60
- Over 2.5 Goals: 49.00
Average Statistics
- Avg. Total Goals: 3.35
- Yellow Cards: 2.65
- Avg. Goals Scored: 2.33
- Avg. Conceded Goals: 2.22
- Red Cards: 0.79
Predictions and Insights
The data suggests a game where both teams are cautious in the first half, reflected by high odds for no goals scored by either side initially (84.00). The second half might see more action, with Ipswich likely to break the deadlock (58.30) and Watford potentially struggling to score (65.40). A key betting angle could be the last goal occurring after the hour mark (59.10), indicating a potential late surge from Ipswich.
The match is expected to have an average total of over two goals (3.35), suggesting a competitive encounter despite the cautious start predictions. The discipline on the pitch might be maintained with under four and a half cards (68.90), but bookmakers anticipate some bookings with an average of yellow cards at around two and a half (2.65).
In terms of outcomes, Ipswich’s home advantage is reflected in their higher chance of winning (60.80) compared to Watford’s defensive strategy to avoid conceding in the second half (65.40). The odds for both teams scoring are balanced at just over even money (51.60), indicating potential for a lively match.
The match could also see goals being scored late in the game, particularly in the final quarter-hour (62.40), which might be pivotal for those betting on late goals or last-minute outcomes.
In conclusion, while Ipswich seems to have the edge, particularly in their ability to score early and potentially late, Watford’s defensive resilience could keep them competitive throughout the match.