Both teams are in crucial positions in the Championship, with Blackburn seeking to revive their playoff push and Middlesbrough fighting to secure a playoff spot. Blackburn is winless in six games, including four consecutive losses, while Middlesbrough has won three of their last five games.
Key Factors to Consider
Blackburn Rovers have struggled recently with four consecutive defeats, while Middlesbrough has shown resilience with three wins among their last five matches.
Historically, Blackburn has a favorable record against Middlesbrough, winning nine of their last 22 encounters, with Middlesbrough winning only four.
Both teams have significant injuries: Blackburn's A. Weimann, A. Kargbo, O. Beck, H. Leonard, H. Pickering, S. Wharton are unavailable, and Middlesbrough lacks A. Bangura, B. Doak, D. Fry, D. Lenihan, G. Edmundson, L. Ayling, S. Dieng.
The match will be played at Ewood Park, which traditionally supports Blackburn, but Middlesbrough's recent form might neutralize this advantage.
Both teams have high motivation; Blackburn needs a win to stay in playoff contention, and Middlesbrough aims to solidify their playoff position.
Middlesbrough, seeking a playoff spot, faces Oxford United, who are fighting to avoid relegation. Middlesbrough's recent form and superior head-to-head record against Oxford United make them favorites.
Key Factors to Consider
Middlesbrough has been more consistent, especially in goal scoring, while Oxford United struggles with away performances.
Middlesbrough holds a significant advantage, having won the last five meetings, including a recent 6-2 victory over Oxford.
Middlesbrough's players have had time to recover during the international break, potentially boosting their squad.
No significant external factors are noted for this match, though Riverside Stadium can be challenging for visiting teams.
Middlesbrough needs wins to secure a playoff spot, while Oxford United requires points to ensure survival.
Luton Town hosts Middlesbrough in a crucial EFL Championship match. Both teams are looking to improve their standings, with Luton currently struggling and Middlesbrough seeking consistency.
Key Factors to Consider
Luton Town has been inconsistent this season, currently ranked 21st, while Middlesbrough is 7th. Luton's recent form has been poor, but they have shown resilience at home.
In their last nine meetings, Middlesbrough has won four, Luton three, with two draws. Middlesbrough has a slight edge in head-to-head statistics.
No significant injury reports are available for either team, but this could impact the lineup and strategy.
Weather conditions and crowd support could play a role, but there are no major external factors affecting this match.
Both teams are highly motivated, with Luton seeking to climb the table and Middlesbrough aiming to solidify their position.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Luton: 165, Middlesbrough: 160, Draw: 225
Middlesbrough
β β β ββ 52%
Spread
Luton: 0 -112, Middlesbrough: 0 -108
Middlesbrough
β β β ββ 52%
Over_under
Over 2.5: -110, Under 2.5: -110
Under 2.5
β β β ββ 55%
Predicted Outcome
Given the current form and head-to-head statistics, Middlesbrough might have a slight advantage.
Middlesbrough hosts Queens Park Rangers in a crucial EFL Championship match. Middlesbrough is currently 9th in the standings with 50 points, while QPR is 14th with 44 points.
Key Factors to Consider
Middlesbrough has shown inconsistent form recently, with a mix of wins and losses, while QPR has struggled to maintain consistency throughout the season.
Historically, Middlesbrough has a slight edge over QPR, with 12 wins to QPR's 11 in their last 27 meetings. The most common result between them is a 2-0 win for Middlesbrough.
No significant injury updates are available for either team.
Weather conditions are not expected to impact the game significantly.
Both teams are motivated to secure points, but Middlesbrough may have an edge due to home advantage.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Middlesbrough: -136, QPR: 340, Draw: 275
Middlesbrough
β β β ββ 60%
Over_under
Over 2.5: -118, Under 2.5: -110
Over 2.5
β β β ββ 55%
Predicted Outcome
Middlesbrough is likely to win due to their home advantage and historical edge over QPR.
Predicted Score: Middlesbrough 2, Queens Park Rangers 1
Swansea City hosts Middlesbrough in a crucial EFL Championship match. Both teams are looking to improve their standings, with Middlesbrough currently 11th and Swansea City 16th in the league.
Key Factors to Consider
Middlesbrough has a recent form of LLLLLW, while Swansea City's form is LWLLW. Middlesbrough has shown inconsistency but has a slight edge in overall performance.
The last match between the two teams ended in a draw (1-1) in April 2022. However, Middlesbrough won their most recent encounter 1-0 in August 2024.
No specific injury reports are available for this match, but both teams will likely field their strongest lineups.
Weather conditions and crowd support could influence the match, but there is no significant external factor favoring either team.
Both teams are motivated to win, but Middlesbrough might have a slight edge due to their recent win against Swansea City.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Middlesbrough: 135, Swansea City: 190, Draw: 230
Middlesbrough
β β β ββ 55%
Spread
Middlesbrough: -0.25 108, Swansea City: 25 -128
Middlesbrough
β β β ββ 55%
Over_under
Over 2.5: -112, Under 2.5: -108
Under 2.5
β β β ββ 60%
Predicted Outcome
Middlesbrough is slightly favored due to their recent performance and head-to-head results.
Middlesbrough, currently in a tight race for the EFL Championship play-offs, faces Derby County, who are fighting to avoid relegation. The match promises to be intense, with both teams needing points for different reasons.
Key Factors to Consider
Middlesbrough has a stronger record this season, sitting mid-table with 44 points, while Derby County is near the bottom with 29 points. Middlesbrough's home advantage and recent form favor them.
Historically, Middlesbrough has had mixed results against Derby County, but recent matches have seen Middlesbrough dominate, including a 4-1 win in February 2022.
No significant injury updates are available for either team, but both will likely field their strongest lineups given the stakes.
The pressure to secure points for different reasonsβplay-off contention for Middlesbrough and survival for Derby Countyβcould impact team strategies and performances.
Middlesbrough is highly motivated to secure a play-off spot, while Derby County needs points to avoid relegation, making both teams equally driven.
Stoke City and Middlesbrough face off in the EFL Championship, with Middlesbrough currently holding a higher league position. Recent matches between the two have seen varied outcomes.
Key Factors to Consider
Stoke City has struggled with consistency, while Middlesbrough has shown better form in recent league standings.
In their last few meetings, Stoke City won 2-0 on March 2, 2024, but Middlesbrough won 2-0 on September 28, 2024.
No specific injury reports are available for this match.
Weather conditions and crowd support could influence the match, but specific details are not available.
Both teams are motivated to secure points for league standing improvements.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Middlesbrough: 138, Stoke City: 188, Draw: 230
Middlesbrough
β β β ββ 60%
Spread
Not specified
Middlesbrough -0.5
β β β ββ 55%
Over_under
Over 2.5: 100, Under 2.5: -130
Under 2.5
β β β ββ 58%
Predicted Outcome
Middlesbrough is likely to win due to their recent form and higher league position.
Match Analysis: Bristol City vs Middlesbrough – Prediction
Match Details
Date: February 21, 2025
Time: 19:45 UTC
Location: Ashton Gate Stadium
Game Overview
Bristol City hosts Middlesbrough in a crucial EFL Championship match. Both teams are close in the standings, with Bristol City seeking to extend their home dominance and Middlesbrough looking to reverse their recent slump.
Key Factors to Consider
Bristol City have been strong at home, winning five of their last six league games. Middlesbrough, however, have struggled away from home, winning just one of their last seven matches.
Bristol City are on a three-game winning streak against Middlesbrough and are unbeaten in their last six meetings.
No specific injury reports are available for this match.
Weather conditions and crowd support could influence the game, but no significant external factors are noted.
Both teams are highly motivated as they are close in the playoff race, but Bristol City's recent form and home advantage give them an edge.