Leeds v Watford predictions: Whites to take advantage of Hornets deficiencies

Free football tips, best bets and analysis for Leeds v Watford in the Premier League on Saturday.

When to bet

3pm Saturday

Best bet

Leeds and over 2.5 goals
1pt 6-4 general

Team news

Leeds
Raphinha, Jack Harrison and Diego Llorente have shaken off injuries, while Pascal Struijk is back from suspension. Patrick Bamford, Robin Koch and Luke Ayling remain sidelined.

Watford
Peter Etebo suffered a long-term injury against Newcastle but is the Hornets' only notable absence, with Tom Cleverley and Daniel Bachmann both passed fit.

Match preview

Leeds are unfortunate to be winless after their first six Premier League games and Marcelo Bielsa’s side are after compensation against Watford.

The Hornets conceded 2.5 expected goals against Newcastle last weekend and it was only wayward finishing from the Magpies that allowed Xisco Munoz’s side to escape with a point.

With Raphinha, Dan James and Jack Harrison fit, the movement of Leeds's forward line is their key attribute and may cause issues for the Hornets.

Bielsa will also welcome back Pascal Struijk from suspension to help shore up what has been a youthful backline in recent games.

With the return of some of their absentees, the Whites should be able to pick up their first win of the season.

Home comforts often equals goals for Leeds - six of their last eight at Elland Road have seen three or more goals and another open game could be on the cards here.

Key stat

There have been over 2.5 goals in six of Leeds's last eight Premier League home matches.

Inside info

Leeds

Penalty taker Matuesz Klich
Free-kick wizard Raphinha
Aerial set piece threat Liam Cooper
Card magnet Liam Cooper

Watford

Penalty taker Ismaila Sarr
Free-kick wizard Tom Cleverley
Aerial set piece threat William Troost-Ekong
Card magnet Juraj Kucka

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