Sunderland can drag Watford into the relegation scrap

Premier League
3pm Saturday

Watford have barely been discussed as potential relegation candidates but that could change if they fail to defeat Sunderland.

The Hornets showed a lack of ambition when losing 1-0 at Crystal Palace last time out and the pressure is growing because they still have to play against four of the top seven.

Sunderland are in a much worse position but star man Jermain Defoe will be full of confidence after his England exploits and can help them to secure at least a point.

Recommendation
Draw or Sunderland double chance
1pt Evs Coral, Ladbrokes

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Team news
Watford
Valon Behrami (muscle strain) is a doubt and Roberto Pereyra, Christian Kabasele, Ben Watson and Mauro Zarate are out.

Sunderland
Victor Anichebe and Lamine Kone have shaken off injuries but Lee Cattermole (hip) lacks match fitness.

Key stat
Watford have won two of their last 13 league fixtures.