Middlesbrough FC vs Watford FC
Saturday, 30 January 2027 · Kickoff 00:00 UTC
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Middlesbrough FC host Watford FC in the Championship on Saturday, 30 January 2027. It's matchday 29 of the competition.
Middlesbrough FC sit 1st in the table with 28 points from 13 games (8W 4D 1L, goal difference +13). Watford FC sit 20th in the table with 14 points from 14 games (4W 2D 8L, goal difference -10).
Middlesbrough FC are in strong form coming into this match, with 4 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses in their last 5 games (W-W-D-W-W), scoring 14 and conceding 5 in that span. Watford FC are struggling for results coming into this match, with 1 win, 0 draws and 4 losses in their last 5 games (L-L-W-L-L), scoring 5 and conceding 13 in that span. Middlesbrough FC arrive with the better recent momentum of the two sides.
Across their last 10 meetings, Middlesbrough FC have won 0, Watford FC have won 0, and 10 ended level — the two sides are evenly matched historically. Their last meeting finished Middlesbrough FC 5-1 Watford FC in the Championship.
Confirmed lineups are typically published shortly before kickoff.
Head-to-Head
Championship Table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Middlesbrough FC | 13 | 8 | 4 | 1 | +13 | 28 |
| 2 | Birmingham City FC | 14 | 7 | 5 | 2 | +13 | 26 |
| 3 | Stoke City FC | 14 | 8 | 2 | 4 | +5 | 26 |
| 4 | Swansea City AFC | 14 | 8 | 2 | 4 | +5 | 26 |
| 5 | West Bromwich Albion FC | 14 | 7 | 4 | 3 | +5 | 25 |
| 6 | Southampton FC | 14 | 8 | 4 | 2 | +15 | 24 |
| 7 | Wolverhampton Wanderers FC | 13 | 7 | 3 | 3 | +7 | 24 |
| 8 | West Ham United FC | 13 | 6 | 4 | 3 | +15 | 22 |
| 9 | Sheffield United FC | 14 | 6 | 4 | 4 | +3 | 22 |
| 10 | Portsmouth FC | 14 | 6 | 4 | 4 | +3 | 22 |
| 11 | Queens Park Rangers FC | 14 | 5 | 6 | 3 | +5 | 21 |
| 12 | Norwich City FC | 14 | 6 | 0 | 8 | +3 | 18 |
| 13 | Millwall FC | 14 | 5 | 3 | 6 | -1 | 18 |
| 14 | Blackburn Rovers FC | 14 | 5 | 3 | 6 | -2 | 18 |
| 15 | Bristol City FC | 13 | 5 | 3 | 5 | -2 | 18 |
| 16 | Bolton Wanderers FC | 14 | 5 | 2 | 7 | -7 | 17 |
| 17 | Lincoln City FC | 14 | 4 | 3 | 7 | -10 | 15 |
| 18 | Cardiff City FC | 13 | 3 | 5 | 5 | -1 | 14 |
| 19 | Wrexham AFC | 13 | 3 | 5 | 5 | -4 | 14 |
| 20 | Watford FC | 14 | 4 | 2 | 8 | -10 | 14 |
| 21 | Charlton Athletic FC | 14 | 3 | 5 | 6 | -11 | 14 |
| 22 | Burnley FC | 14 | 1 | 7 | 6 | -8 | 10 |
| 23 | Derby County FC | 14 | 1 | 4 | 9 | -18 | 7 |
| 24 | Preston North End FC | 14 | 1 | 2 | 11 | -18 | 5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Middlesbrough FC vs Watford FC kick off?+
Kickoff is at 00:00 UTC (00:00 UTC) on Saturday, 30 January 2027.
Where can I watch Middlesbrough FC vs Watford FC?+
Use the Watch Live button on this page for the latest streaming link. Broadcast and streaming rights vary by region, so availability depends on where you're located — check local listings or your usual sports streaming service for confirmed coverage in your country.
Who won the last meeting between Middlesbrough FC and Watford FC?+
Middlesbrough FC 5-1 Watford FC (Championship).
Where do Middlesbrough FC and Watford FC stand in the Championship table?+
Middlesbrough FC are 1st with 28 points; Watford FC are 20th with 14 points.
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