Watford FC vs Queens Park Rangers FC
Friday, 1 January 2027 · Kickoff 00:00 UTC
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Watford FC host Queens Park Rangers FC in the Championship on Friday, 1 January 2027. It's matchday 25 of the competition.
Watford FC sit 20th in the table with 14 points from 14 games (4W 2D 8L, goal difference -10). Queens Park Rangers FC sit 11th in the table with 21 points from 14 games (5W 6D 3L, goal difference +5).
Watford FC are struggling for results coming into this match, with 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses in their last 5 games (L-W-L-L-W), scoring 6 and conceding 9 in that span. Queens Park Rangers FC are showing mixed form coming into this match, with 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses in their last 5 games (W-L-W-L-D), scoring 11 and conceding 9 in that span. Queens Park Rangers FC arrive with the better recent momentum of the two sides.
Across their last 10 meetings, Watford FC have won 0, Queens Park Rangers FC have won 0, and 10 ended level — the two sides are evenly matched historically. Their last meeting finished Queens Park Rangers FC 2-1 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 Watford FC vs Queens Park Rangers FC kick off?+
Kickoff is at 00:00 UTC (00:00 UTC) on Friday, 1 January 2027.
Where can I watch Watford FC vs Queens Park Rangers 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 Watford FC and Queens Park Rangers FC?+
Queens Park Rangers FC 2-1 Watford FC (Championship).
Where do Watford FC and Queens Park Rangers FC stand in the Championship table?+
Watford FC are 20th with 14 points; Queens Park Rangers FC are 11th with 21 points.
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