Fragile defences point to goals at Watford

Southampton winless in nine

Watford winger RicharlisonCredit: Dan Istitene

3pm Saturday

Two fragile defences short on confidence lock horns at Vicarage Road and punters can take advantage by backing a flurry of goals.

Watford have won just one of their last nine league outings while sloppy Southampton are winless in nine and neither should be trusted to get the job done.

Watford's last five home league games have seen the net bulge at both ends and a visit from Mauricio Pellegrino's men, who have shipped 12 times in their last six road trips, should bring more goals.

Recommendation
Over 2.5 goals
1pt Evs Betfair, Paddy Power

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Team news
Watford
Isaac Success, Miguel Britos, Nathaniel Chalobah, Will Hughes and Younes Kaboul are still out. Craig Cathcart is a doubt.

Southampton
Defenders Wesley Hoedt and Cedric have returned to training but Charlie Austin remains on the sidelines.

Key stat
Southampton have failed to score in just two of their last 11 matches in all competitions.

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