Match statistics snapshot
- Birmingham created the clearer chances on xG (2.12 vs 1.48, Δ 0.64).
- Birmingham fired more attempts (27 vs 14 shots).
- Watford was more accurate in front of goal (29% on target vs 19%).
Birmingham vs Watford
Birmingham vs Watford
Attacking
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Birmingham | Statistic | Watford |
|---|---|---|
| 2.12Lead | Expected goals (xG) | 1.48 |
| 2Lead | Offsides | 5 |
| 17Lead | Shots inside the box | 9 |
| 14Lead | Shots off target | 7 |
| 5Lead | Shots on target | 4 |
| 10Lead | Shots outside the box | 5 |
| 27Lead | Total shots | 14 |
Possession & passing
How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Birmingham | Statistic | Watford |
|---|---|---|
| 52%Lead | Ball possession | 48% |
| 76%Lead | Pass accuracy | 73% |
| 324Lead | Accurate passes | 292 |
| 426Lead | Total passes | 400 |
Set pieces
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Birmingham | Statistic | Watford |
|---|---|---|
| 7Lead | Corner kicks | 6 |
Defensive & goalkeeping
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Birmingham | Statistic | Watford |
|---|---|---|
| 8Lead | Blocked shots | 3 |
| 2 | Goalkeeper saves | 5Lead |
Discipline
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Birmingham | Statistic | Watford |
|---|---|---|
| 11Lead | Fouls | 12 |
| Red cards | ||
| 0Lead | Yellow cards | 3 |