The Hornets face a stumbling block in their fight against relegation as they face off against highly Flying Foxes. The must-win game for the Hornets schedules for Saturday. The match will be at the Vicarage Road Stadium with kickoff at 14:30 GMT.
The season has been the worst for the hornet since their memorable promotion from the Championship. A series of defeats deemed the once bright light for the side. Europa football is out of the question for the Hornets with relegation battle real for the side.
Before the corona break, a spark of hope lit when the side thrashed unbeaten side Liverpool 3-0. Ending the unbeaten streak by the Reds was a significant milestone for the side. However, a 1-0 loss to Crystal Palace sank the side deep into relegation troubles.
The Foxes were having a wonderful season reminiscent of their 2015 campaign when they picked the Premier League title. Coach Brendan Rodgers broke the four win-less league run against Aston Villa before the corona break. The win saw the side cement their top four stays with four points off second-placed Manchester United. The side is eight points clear of rivals Manchester United.
Watford vs Leicester City Head to Head
Both sides have 23 games between the sides. The Foxes take a fair home share of 12 wins while the Hornets with only nine wins. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Leicester City 2-0 Watford
Watford 2-1 Leicester City
Leicester City 2-0 Watford
Leicester City 2-0 Watford
Watford 2-1 Leicester City
Leicester City 3-0 Watford
Watford 2-1 Leicester City
Watford 0-1 Leicester City
Leicester 2-1 Watford
Watford Team News
The Hornets started the week on a low note over transfer issues with sensational midfielder Issa Gueye. The Hornets already announced the signing of the start on a five-year deal. News shows that IssaGueye is opting for greener pastures elsewhere.
However, the side will utilize the threat of signing Sarr who broke the Reds streak with a brace. Talisman Troy Deeney faced bouts of injuries and is yet to make his impact felt this season.
Leicester City Teams
The future of left-back Ben Chilwell remains unclear with Chelsea interested in the singing of the England International. Veteran forward James Vardy who was on course at the start of the season will be looking to spark his goal-scoring thrill.
Prediction and Odds
Watford must win this game or will end up deep into the relegation side. We expect a high scoring match thriller from both sides.
Draw
Both Sides to Score
Leicester City First Team to Score
