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Watford vs Newcastle LIVE: Result and reaction from Premier League fixture today

Troy Deeney of Watford celebrates after scoring: Getty Images
Troy Deeney of Watford celebrates after scoring: Getty Images

Follow the latest updates live from the Premier League clash between Watford and Newcastle United at Vicarage Road.

Watford can take a large step away from relegation with a victory this afternoon, with Nigel Pearson’s side sitting precariously three points above the drop zone with both Bournemouth and Aston Villa in hot pursuit. Newcastle meanwhile have pulled themselves clear of the relegation fight and sit comfortably in 13th place, safe on 43 points and already turning their attentions towards another season of Premier League football.

As well as Watford’s clash with Newcastle, Norwich host West Ham from 12:30pm in another relegation clash, with Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester City all in action later in the day. Follow the live updates below.

When is it and what time is kick-off?

The match will begin at 12:30pm on Saturday 11 July at Vicarage Road.

How can I watch it online and on TV?

The game will be broadcast live on Amazon Prime Video and Twitch.

Confirmed line-ups

Watford: Foster, Femenia, Kabasele, Dawson, Masina, Capoue, Hughes, Sarr, Doucoure, Welbeck, Deeney.

Subs: Gomes, Mariappa, Cleverley, Chalobah, Cathcart, Joao Pedro, Gray, Pussetto, Pereyra.

Newcastle: Dubravka, Manquillo, Lascelles, Fernandez, Rose, Saint-Maximin, Schar, Shelvey, Ritchie, Almiron, Gayle.

Subs: Joelinton, Muto, Krafth, Yedlin, Lazaro, Darlow, Atsu, Bentaleb, Matthew Longstaff.

Referee: Craig Pawson (South Yorkshire)

What are the odds?

Watford – 5/6

Draw – 11/4

Newcastle – 4/1