History of the Derby County v Watford fixture
Watford face a trip to Derby County at Pride Park on Saturday afternoon, hoping to improve upon an average previous return from this fixture. Of the 17 games played, Hornets have recorded 4 wins, and Derby County have come away with 8 victories.
The most recent encounter between these two sides at Pride Park was less than a year ago, in March 2012, with Watford inflicting a narrow 1-2 defeat upon the Rams in a Championship match.
Recent encounters between the teams
| Season | Date | Team | Result | Team | Comp |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011/2012 | Sat 10 Mar | Derby County | 1-2 | Watford | Championship |
| 2011/2012 | Sat 13 Aug | Watford | 0 - 1 | Derby County | Championship |
| 2010/2011 | Sat 15 Jan | Watford | 3 - 0 | Derby County | Championship |
| 2010/2011 | Sat 30 Oct | Derby County | 4 - 1 | Watford | Championship |
| 2009/2010 | Sat 06 Mar | Derby County | 2 - 0 | Watford | Championship |
| 2009/2010 | Sat 12 Dec | Watford | 0 - 1 | Derby County | Championship |
| 2008/2009 | Sun 03 May | Watford | 3 - 1 | Derby County | Championship |
For a detailed analysis of the complete head-to-head record between the two sides, click here
Recent respective form guides
Derby County have lost only 1 of the last six at home, but 4 of these games have been drawn. A generous 11 goals have been both scored and conceded in this period.
The away form of Watford however, is much more impressive, unbeaten in their last six, consisting of three wins and three draws. The games have constituted a decent return of 12 goals for the Hornets, and 5 goals against.
Derby County are hovering perilously just above the relegation zone, with 2 points from 3 matches.
Watford's total of 6 points from their 3 games sees them sitting in the playoff places in npower Championship.
Current overall team form
| Team | P | W | D | L | F | A | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derby County | 6 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 11 | 12 | 7 |
| Watford | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 9 | 6 | 12 |
For a detailed analysis of current team form guides in this or any division, click here
FootyMad's prediction ...
Hornets have been performing with great credit on their travels, and the Madmen see no reason why they should not return from Pride Park with an easy victory. Away win
Sequence statistics
| Team | Sequences |
|---|---|
| Derby County | Drawn last 3 games at home. Failed to win in previous 5 home matches. Not won in the 5 most recent games. |
| Watford | Undefeated in last 8 away games. Last drawn game 7 outings ago. |
For a detailed analysis of current team sequences throughout the leagues, click here