It's nearly matchday! Watford prepare to welcome Stoke City to Home Arena in Germany for a pivotal England. Championship clash. Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026. Time: 16:00. Official: Frank Willenborg. The forecast indicates Light rain, 14°C. Both managers face selection headaches: Hartmann is doubtful for the hosts, and Schulz could miss out for the visitors. The story of past meetings: Stoke City 2 - 1 Watford (2022). Stoke City 4 - 4 Watford (2024). Stoke City 1 - 0 Watford (2024). Stoke City 1 - 1 Watford (2021). Stoke City 0 - 2 Watford (2021). Our best guess for the final result: 0:2.