November 27, 2024

Swansea City v Watford kick-off time, TV channel, team news and pundit’s prediction

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(L-R) Swansea City head coach Russell Martin and Watford manager Slaven Bilic © Athena Pictures/Getty Images (L-R) Swansea City head coach Russell Martin and Watford manager Slaven Bilic

Swansea City return to home soil tonight as they host Watford in the Championship.

Here’s everything you need to know about the league encounter at the Swansea.com Stadium.

What time is Swansea City v Watford kick-off?

The game gets underway at 7:45pm on Friday, December 30.

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Is Swansea City v Watford on TV?

Yes, the game will be shown live on Sky Sports. Coverage on their Football is available via the red button from five minutes before kick-off.

What about live streaming?

Fans can stream the action via the Sky Go app. Alternatively, you watch the action live via SwansTV for £10.

What is the latest team news?

Olivier Ntcham could return to the matchday squad after missing the loss to Reading through illness.

Striker Michael Obafemi has been sidelined since the World Cup break and may well miss out once again while midfielder Liam Walsh remains unavailable.

As for Watford, they will be without Hassane Kamara who is suspended.

The Hornets also look set to be without star striker Joao Pedro – who has netted eight goals in 20 Championship appearances this term – due to an ankle injury.

Midfield duo Imran Louza and Tom Cleverley remain absent through injury.

What are the latest betting odds?

Swansea City win – 6/5

Draw – 23/10

Watford win – 9/4

(Odds courtesy of SkyBet, correct at time of publishing. Please gamble responsibly.)

Pundit’s prediction?

“Swansea’s run of five wins in six games in October seems a world away now, given they are eight without a win now,” David Prutton told Sky Sports. “Last time out, against Reading, they dominated the ball and generated an xG figure of 2.75, yet lost 2-1.

“Meanwhile, Watford have not delivered particularly convincing performances since the Championship restarted and were well beaten by Millwall on Boxing Day. I think they could well fall to a second straight defeat in South Wales.”

David Prutton’s prediction: Swansea City 2-1 Watford

Who is the referee?

John Busby will take charge of proceedings in south Wales. The Oxfordshire-based official will be assisted by Nigel Lugg and Mark Pottage. Gavin Ward is the fourth official.

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