West Ham United host Watford on Friday night in one of the most crucial matches of the season that will have huge ramifications on relegation.
Both sides have enjoyed reasonable form in July and are both on 34 points, three above in Bournemouth 18th, meaning maximum points would go a long way for the victor at the London Stadium.
West Ham vs Watford Latest Odds
West Ham won the reverse fixture at Vicarage Road 3-1 and are 7/5 (2.40) favourites with bet365 to do the double over the Hornets.
Watford have won just two away games all season but can be backed at 5/2 (3.50) to end a four-game losing streak on the road.
A draw would surely be welcomed by both teams as it would move them four points clear of the drop zone and that result is available at 19/10 (2.90).
West Ham vs Watford Team News
Michail Antonio will no doubt lead the line for West Ham after his incredible four-goal haul against Norwich at the weekend, while Robert Snodgrass and Felipe Anderson face late fitness tests.
Troy Deeney should be available despite going off in Watford’s win over Newcastle last time out, but Isaac Success, Gerard Deulofeu and Daryl Janmaat all remain unavailable.
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Victory for either team would essentially confirm their place in next season’s Premier League whilst leaving the other still sweating over pressure from Bournemouth and Aston Villa.
However, what seems most likely is that neither team will push too many men forward in search of victory when both managers know that a point will be a big enough boost heading into the final two games of the campaign.
Theo Walcott’s late equaliser for Everton against Villa on Thursday will have no doubt caused both sides to breathe a huge a sigh of relief, and is a goal that probably changed how both sides will approach this fixture.
West Ham vs Watford Tips and Predictions
A slightly subdued affair is likely but with bet365’s 4/6 (1.67) quote on under 2.5 goals a little skinny, backing a draw at 19/10 (2.90) looks excellent value for this important Premier League clash.
Draw at 19/10 (2.90) for a 1pt stake with bet365
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