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Tottenham vs Watford

Wembley Stadium, London30 April 2018 at 20:00
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Match Events

Tottenham
Watford
Kick Off
D. Alli

assist: C. Eriksen

16′
Half Time
H. Kane

assist: K. Trippier

48′
M. DembéléV. Wanyama
63′
Victor Wanyama64′
64′
Kiko FemeníaDeulofeu
64′
A. GrayT. Deeney
Son Heung-MinM. Sissoko
74′
D. AlliE. Lamela
82′
83′
W. HughesA. Carrillo
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal5
6Shots off Goal5
13Total Shots13
4Blocked Shots3
8Shots insidebox10
5Shots outsidebox3
11Fouls10
4Corner Kicks0
3Offsides3
61%Ball Possession39%
1Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves1
557Total passes354
479Passes accurate256
86%Passes %72%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Tottenham is 6.93, compared to — for Watford. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Tottenham's highest-rated starter is B. Davies (6.93), while Watford's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Tottenham have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by B. Davies (1G). Watford's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Tottenham deploy 4 defenders rated 6.93 on average, against Watford's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Tottenham field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Watford's 5 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Tottenham start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Watford averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 86% for Tottenham and —% for Watford. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Tottenham's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Watford. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Tottenham's starting XI is 32.5 (youngest: B. Davies (32), oldest: Son Heung-Min (33)), while Watford average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Tottenham's starters average 3 league appearances each, versus 0 for Watford. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Tottenham4-2-3-14-2-3-1Watford
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Lloris5Vertong.2Trippier33Davies6Sánchez19Dembélé23Eriksen20Alli15Dier7Heung-M.10Kane30Karnezis6Mariappa25Holebas15Cathcart27Kabasele21Femenía29Capoue16Doucouré19Hughes18Gray11Richarl.

Substitutes

Coach: M. Pochettino

Substitutes

Coach: Javi Gracia

TottenhamPosition StrengthWatford
6.93
Avg Rating
6.93Defender (4 v 4)
1G 0A0G 0A
Tottenham4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperH. Lloris
5DefenderJ. Vertonghen
2DefenderK. Trippier
33DefenderB. Davies6.91G
6DefenderD. Sánchez
19MidfielderM. Dembélé
23MidfielderC. Eriksen
20MidfielderD. Alli
15MidfielderE. Dier
7MidfielderSon Heung-Min
10ForwardH. Kane
Watford4-2-3-1
30GoalkeeperO. Karnezis
6DefenderA. Mariappa
25DefenderJ. Holebas
15DefenderC. Cathcart
27DefenderC. Kabasele
21MidfielderKiko Femenía
29MidfielderE. Capoue
16MidfielderA. Doucouré
19MidfielderW. Hughes
11MidfielderRicharlison
18ForwardA. Gray

Match Summary

Tottenham defeated Watford 2:0. The match was played in Premier League 2017. Goals were scored by D. Alli 16′, H. Kane 48′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Tottenham had 61% possession while Watford held 39%. Tottenham had 13 shots (3 on target) compared to 13 (5 on target) for Watford. Tottenham made 3 substitutions, Watford made 3.

Rivalry since 2012

Tottenham vs Watford Head to Head Results

13 stretnutí
Tottenham
8
wins
Drawn
3
Watford
2
wins
Total goals
29 · 2.2/match
Both scored
7/13 · 54%
Over 2.5
6/13 · 46%

Recent Form

Tottenham

DWWDLL

Watford

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Match Prediction

Tottenham

50%

Home win

 

50%

Draw

Watford

0%

Away win

Model advice

Winner : Tottenham

83%Form17%
79%Attack21%
59%Defence41%
93%Head-to-head7%

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Tottenham dominates

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Tottenham6wins
3draws10 meetings
Watford1wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

2.3

Average goals per game

40%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 3.3%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 86.0%Draw 12.4%Away 4.8%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.167.0021.00
Max1.178.6521.00
Market favourite:Tottenham · Heavy favourite

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market84.1%11.3%4.6%
Public market83.9%11.5%4.6%

Tottenham vs Watford — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Tottenham
Result vs. Market: Tottenham (86%)

Result matched market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

TottenhamHalf-time:10Watford
13Shots13
3Shots on target5

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
01/01/22Watford0–1Tottenham5.22/4.12/1.62
29/08/21Tottenham1–0Watford1.40/4.50/8.85
18/01/20Watford0–0Tottenham3.18/3.52/2.25
19/10/19Tottenham1–1Watford1.41/4.93/7.72
30/01/19Tottenham2–1Watford1.64/3.96/5.82
02/09/18Watford2–1Tottenham5.33/4.20/1.64
30/04/18Tottenham2–0Watford1.16/8.05/21.00
02/12/17Watford1–1Tottenham5.05/3.99/1.72
01/01/17Watford1–4Tottenham5.57/3.76/1.68
08/04/17Tottenham4–0Watford1.25/6.20/13.67

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Tottenham

W 544D 297L 418
Over 2.554
Goals scored1938

Away Record: Watford

W 73D 66L 165
Over 2.553
Goals scored310

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026