Wrexham vs Watford — Match Preview
A fascinating mid-table clash takes place at the Racecourse Ground on Saturday, 13 December 2025. Wrexham, currently 13th with 27 points, have proven to be the “draw specialists” of the league, remaining unbeaten in their last five matches but drawing three of them. Watford sit just above them in 11th with 28 points. It is a historic meeting, as these two sides haven’t faced each other in a competitive match since 1998. Both teams are within touching distance of the playoff spots, making this a pivotal game to build momentum before the festive period.
Wrexham vs Watford — Match Info
- Competition: English Championship (Matchday 21)
- Venue: Racecourse Ground, Wrexham (Capacity: 13,341)
- Date: Saturday, 13 December 2025
- Kickoff: 15:00 GMT | 10:00 ET | 20:30 IST
- Referee: Jacob Miles (ENG)
Wrexham vs Watford — Match Stakes
Wrexham (13th — 27 pts):
- Win → Moves to 30 pts, leapfrogging Watford and potentially cracking the top 10
- Draw → Extends unbeaten run to 6 games; maintains solid mid-table stability
- Loss → Momentum halt; drops them into the bottom half mix
Watford (11th — 28 pts):
- Win → Jumps to 31 pts; keeps the pressure on the top 6 playoff chasers
- Draw → Keeps them ahead of Wrexham but viewed as dropped points
- Loss → Drops behind Wrexham; defensive frailties highlighted again
Wrexham vs Watford — Team News
Wrexham:
- Lee E. — Out (Knee Injury – Key Loss)
- Cannon A. — Out (Knee Injury)
- Brunt L. — Out (Thigh Injury)
- Rodriguez J. — Out (Leg Injury)
Watford:
- Baah K. — Out (Injury)
- Vata R. — Out (Hamstring Injury)
- Wiley C. — Out (Muscle Injury)
- Cacace L. — Out (Inactive)
- Kabore I. — Out (Inactive)
Wrexham vs Watford — Team Form (Last 5 Matches)
Wrexham
- 06/12 — 1–1 vs Preston (Championship)
- 29/11 — 1–1 vs Blackburn (Championship)
- 27/11 — 2–0 vs Bristol City (Championship)
- 22/11 — 0–0 vs Ipswich (Championship)
- 08/11 — 1–0 vs Charlton (Championship)
Watford
- 10/12 — 1–1 vs Sheffield Wed (Championship)
- 06/12 — 3–2 vs Norwich (Championship)
- 02/12 — 1–2 vs Birmingham (Championship)
- 26/11 — 1–1 vs Preston (Championship)
- 22/11 — 3–2 vs Derby (Championship)
Wrexham vs Watford — Head-to-Head (Last Meetings)
- 11/04/1998 — Watford 1–0 Wrexham (League One)
- 02/12/1997 — Wrexham 1–1 Watford (League One)
- 19/04/1997 — Wrexham 3–1 Watford (League One)
- 12/10/1996 — Watford 1–1 Wrexham (League One)
- First meeting in over 27 years.
Wrexham vs Watford — Playing XI (Predicted Lineups)
Wrexham (3-5-2)
Okonkwo; Cleworth, O’Connell, O’Connor; Barnett, Rathbone, Dobson, Evans, McClean; Mullin, Palmer
Watford (3-4-2-1)
Bachmann; Pollock, Porteous, Sierralta; Andrews, Sissoko, Dele-Bashiru, Sema; Chakvetadze, Ince; Bayo
Wrexham vs Watford — Impact Bench
Wrexham: Fletcher (Target man), Mendy (Pace on wing)
Watford: Rajovic (Goal threat), Kayembe (Midfield control)
Wrexham vs Watford — Tactical Analysis
Wrexham
Phil Parkinson’s side are incredibly difficult to break down at the Racecourse. Without the creativity of Elliot Lee, they will rely heavily on wing-back play from Barnett and McClean to deliver crosses into the box. They are comfortable absorbing pressure and playing for set-pieces, where their physicality (O’Connell, Mullin) gives them an edge.
Watford
Tom Cleverley’s Watford are potent going forward (28 goals scored) but leaky at the back (26 conceded). They will look to dominate possession in midfield through Sissoko and use the dribbling ability of Giorgi Chakvetadze to break lines. However, they are vulnerable to Wrexham’s direct style, especially if their wing-backs get caught too high up the pitch.
Wrexham vs Watford — Key Battles
- Mullin vs Porteous — fiery physical duel expected
- McClean vs Andrews — battle for the flank
- Dobson vs Chakvetadze — stopping the creative #10
- Okonkwo vs Bayo — goalkeeper vs striker
Wrexham vs Watford — Spotlight Players
Wrexham — Paul Mullin
The talismanic striker loves the big occasion. With Lee out injured, Wrexham need Mullin to create something out of nothing. His work rate alone lifts the crowd at the Racecourse.
Watford — Giorgi Chakvetadze
The Georgian playmaker is the most technically gifted player on the pitch. If Wrexham give him time on the ball, he can unlock their stubborn defense with a single pass.
Wrexham vs Watford — Prediction
Wrexham 1–1 Watford
Wrexham simply do not lose at home easily, and their recent form (3 draws in 5) suggests they keep games tight. Watford score goals but rarely keep clean sheets. A competitive score draw feels inevitable in this historic reunion.
Wrexham vs Watford — Betting Insights
- Both Teams to Score — YES
- Match Result — Draw
- Under 2.5 Goals — Possible (Wrexham defense is solid)
Wrexham vs Watford — Where to Watch
- UK: Not broadcast live (Saturday 3pm Blackout)
- International: Wrexham AFC iFollow, Watford Hive Live (Select regions)
- USA: CBS Sports Golazo (Select matches)
Wrexham vs Watford — FAQs
Q: When is the Wrexham vs Watford match?
A: The match kicks off on Saturday, 13 December 2025, at 15:00 GMT.
Q: Is Elliot Lee playing for Wrexham?
A: No. Elliot Lee is ruled out with a knee injury.
Q: When did these teams last play each other?
A: They last met in April 1998, with Watford winning 1–0.
Q: How can I watch Wrexham vs Watford in the UK?
A: The match is not televised live in the UK due to the 3pm blackout rule. Highlights will be available on ITV later that evening.
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