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Watford are without Zemura at home to Burnley in the CHA, so expect at least one change. The XI they have started most often, usually a 4-2-3-1, across 10 official matches is: Ravaglia in goal, a back four of Keben, Pollock, Traoré and Zemura, and Nabizada, Doumbia and Kjerrumgaard further forward. Fan predictions for this fixture are open now.

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  • Unavailable: Zemura (Out).
  • Most-used shape: 4-2-3-1 in 17 of the last 30 matches.
  • Based on starts across 10 official matches this season.

Expected XI derived from official lineups we hold for Watford, not from a team sheet. Official lineups are released 20 to 60 minutes before kick-off.

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4-2-3-1most-used · 17 of last 30
4-2-3-1
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4-4-2
33%
3-4-1-2
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3-5-2
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Most Common Watford Starting XI

Based on 10 official matches this season

The 11 players with the most starts across all official lineups this season.

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What is Watford's expected lineup?
Watford are without Zemura at home to Burnley in the CHA, so expect at least one change. The XI they have started most often, usually a 4-2-3-1, across 10 official matches is: Ravaglia in goal, a back four of Keben, Pollock, Traoré and Zemura, and Nabizada, Doumbia and Kjerrumgaard further forward. Fan predictions for this fixture are open now. Most-used XI (4-2-3-1): Ravaglia, Keben, Pollock, Traoré, Zemura (out), Kyprianou, Bravo, Maamma, Nabizada, Doumbia, Kjerrumgaard.
Who started Watford's last match?
Watford's starting XI on 18 Sept 2026 in the Championship (3-4-1-2): F. Ravaglia, K. Keben, M. Pollock, Branimir Mlačić, R. Vata, H. Kyprianou, E. Kayembe, Amin Nabizada, Iker Bravo, M. Doumbia, L. Kjerrumgaard.
What was Watford's last result?
Watford lost to Bristol City 0–1 on 18 Sept 2026.
When did Watford last win?
Watford last won on 8 Sept 2026, beating Preston 2–1.
Who takes penalties for Watford?
E. Kayembe has taken the most penalties for Watford in the 2025/26 season, scoring 1 of 1.
Who has made the most starts for Watford this season?
M. Pollock leads with 9 starts for Watford across all competitions this season.
What formation does Watford use most often?
Watford have used a 4-2-3-1 in 8 of their 9 matches this season.
Which Watford goalkeeper has started the most this season?
Federico Ravaglia has made the most starts as goalkeeper for Watford this season, starting 9 matches.
Which Watford defender has started the most this season?
Matthew Pollock has made the most starts as defender for Watford this season, starting 9 matches.
Which Watford midfielder has started the most this season?
Hector Kyprianou has made the most starts as midfielder for Watford this season, starting 9 matches.
Which Watford forward has started the most this season?
Mamadou Doumbia has made the most starts as forward for Watford this season, starting 6 matches.
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