Watford 1-0 Oxford United

Current streaks

Recent form

Watford

Watford have shown mixed form in their recent fixtures, with their last six games yielding an even split of three wins and three losses. The Hornets have been involved in some high-scoring encounters, most notably their impressive 6-2 away victory against Sheffield Wednesday, which stands out as a particularly prolific performance. Their goal-scoring prowess is evident, with an average of 1.67 goals per game, while their defence has been somewhat leaky, conceding 1.5 goals per match. Interestingly, Watford's games have been entertaining affairs, with 67% of their last six matches seeing over 2.5 goals scored. Despite their inconsistent results, the team's 5th position in the Championship table with 22 points from 14 games suggests they are still in contention for promotion, although they will need to improve their defensive record and string together more consistent performances to solidify their position.

Oxford United

Oxford United have shown mixed form in their recent fixtures, with a notable improvement in their latest match. The U's have managed just one win in their last six games, breaking a run of two consecutive losses with a 1-0 victory over Hull City. Their recent performances have been characterised by defensive solidity, with three consecutive draws preceding the two losses. Goals have been at a premium for Oxford, scoring only 5 in their last 6 matches, with an average of 0.83 goals per game. However, their defence has been relatively sturdy, conceding 1.17 goals per game and keeping one clean sheet. The majority of Oxford's recent matches have been low-scoring affairs, with 83% of games seeing under 2.5 goals. Despite their mixed form, Oxford find themselves in a respectable 14th position in the Championship, having accumulated 17 points from 14 games.

Recent home/away form

Watford

Watford have been in impressive form at home, currently enjoying a five-match winning streak at Vicarage Road across all competitions. The Hornets have been particularly strong in their last three home Championship fixtures, securing victories against Blackburn Rovers, Middlesbrough, and Sunderland. Their defensive solidity at home is noteworthy, having conceded just four goals in their last six matches, with two clean sheets. Watford's attacking prowess is equally impressive, scoring 10 goals in this period, averaging 1.67 goals per game. Whilst there haven't been any particularly high-scoring encounters, the team's consistency is evident, with both teams scoring in 67% of these matches and an even split between games going over and under 2.5 goals. This solid home form has undoubtedly contributed to Watford's current 5th position in the Championship table.

Oxford United

Oxford United have been struggling in their recent away fixtures, failing to secure a victory in their last six matches on the road. The U's are currently on a concerning run of three consecutive away defeats, which began with a loss to Blackburn Rovers and continued through their League Cup exit at Coventry City. Their goal-scoring form has been poor, averaging less than a goal per game, whilst conceding an average of 1.67 goals per match. Despite this defensive frailty, Oxford have managed to find the net in four of these six away games, contributing to the statistic that both teams have scored in 67% of these fixtures. The team's most impressive recent away performance came in a 2-2 draw against Luton Town, demonstrating their ability to compete with higher-placed opposition despite their current 14th position in the league.