Middlesbrough vs Wolves Prediction & Match Analysis
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| Market | Option | Probability | Odds | Stats & Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1X2 | Home Win |
45.3%
|
2.12 | |
| BTTS | Yes |
82.5%
|
1.53 | |
| Over / Under 2.5 | Over 2.5 |
72%
|
1.64 | |
| Corners O/U | Over 7.5 Corners |
92%
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1.14 | |
| HT / FT | Home / Home |
-
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3.40 | |
| Correct Score | 2-1 |
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9.00 |
Middlesbrough
Wolves
Statistics are based on season averages
Season Statistics
Team averages and season trends before this fixture
Middlesbrough
11 matches
Wolves
11 matches
| Middlesbrough | Statistic | Wolves |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Wins | 7 |
| 5 | Draws | 2 |
| 2 | Losses | 2 |
| 21 | Goals For | 22 |
| 19 | Goals Against | 12 |
| 1.91 | Avg Goals Scored | 2 |
| 1.73 | Avg Goals Conceded | 1.09 |
| 10 | BTTS Yes | 6 |
| 10 | Over 1.5 | 8 |
| 8 | Over 2.5 | 7 |
| 6 | Over 3.5 | 5 |
| 1 | Clean Sheets | 5 |
| 0 | Failed To Score | 0 |
| 5.13 | Shots On Goal | 4.57 |
| 17.5 | Total Shots | 16 |
| 5.75 | Corners | 6.29 |
| 60.1% | Ball Possession | 53.6% |
Match Analysis
Model notes, team context and key prediction signals
This contest looks finely balanced, with two sides with a fairly similar football identity suggesting a close tactical battle. Squad availability does not appear severe enough to completely reshape the expected balance, although smaller absences can still influence specific duels. The shape dynamic also adds another layer here, with Middlesbrough expected to line up in 3-4-2-1 and Wolves in 4-2-3-1, which may reinforce the expected flow toward Wolves having the stronger overall control. The defensive profile of this fixture suggests that clear openings may be harder to create.This profiles as a tighter contest, with fewer clear openings expected. Recent form does not point to a completely one-sided rhythm, which increases the chance of a more tactical and phase-based contest. There is little separation in the broader season picture, with both sides operating from relatively comparable league positions and points returns. Taken together, the balance of indicators still supports Away Win, with the defensive lean favoring Wolves. The broader competitive context suggests that patience and control may be just as important as raw attacking intent.
Middlesbrough arrive from the upper part of the table, holding 3 place with 15 points after 8 matches. Their overall return of 4 wins, 3 draws, and 1 losses with goals at 16:12 reflects mixed form over their recent run. Their attacking weight is carried by W. Lankshear (6 goals), A. Cozier-Duberry (2 goals), S. Berhalter (2 goals), with creative support from L. Ayling (2 assists), T. Conway (2 assists), A. Cozier-Duberry (1 assists), while defensively they have appeared very solid. At home, their split return of 3 wins, 1 draws, and 0 losses fits a fairly balanced split record. They are competing near the top and remain under pressure to hold that position. Stylistically, they usually display balanced attacking football.
Wolves approach this game with the confidence of a side sitting 4 on 14 points after 7 outings. The return of 4 wins, 2 draws, and 1 defeats, together with goals at 15:10, reflects good form over their recent run. Much of their attacking edge comes through Fer López (3 goals), R. Jiménez (3 goals), Rodrigo Gomes (2 goals), with creative support from Fer López (2 assists), André (2 assists), Rodrigo Gomes (1 assists), while their defending has remained very solid. Away from home, they have managed 2 wins, 1 draws, and 1 losses, which underlines a fairly balanced split record. They are pushing for upper-table objectives and still have something important to play for. In stylistic terms they continue to show balanced attacking football.
Across those 9 head-to-head meetings, Middlesbrough won 5 times, Wolves won 4 times, while 0 matches finished as draws. The aggregate score in this matchup is 15:11 from Middlesbrough's perspective. 6 of those games went over 2.5 goals, and both teams scored in 5 matches, with an average of 2.89 goals per game.
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | G | GD | PTS | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 15:7 | 8 | 20 |
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Middlesbrough
Home
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9 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 17:12 | 5 | 18 |
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D
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W
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| 3 | 9 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 23:12 | 11 | 16 |
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| 4 | 9 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 15:13 | 2 | 16 |
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Wolves
Away
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8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 15:11 | 4 | 14 |
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L
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| 6 | 9 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 11:8 | 3 | 14 |
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D
D
D
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| 7 | 9 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 13:11 | 2 | 14 |
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| 8 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 16:15 | 1 | 14 |
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| 9 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 10:9 | 1 | 14 |
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L
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| 10 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 12:13 | -1 | 14 |
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| 11 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 20:10 | 10 | 13 |
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| 12 | 9 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 8:11 | -3 | 13 |
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| 13 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 14:13 | 1 | 12 |
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| 14 | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 12:11 | 1 | 12 |
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| 15 | 9 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 10:13 | -3 | 11 |
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| 16 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 7:11 | -4 | 11 |
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| 17 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 12:17 | -5 | 10 |
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| 18 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 17:19 | -2 | 9 |
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W
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| 19 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 9:11 | -2 | 8 |
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| 20 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 7:14 | -7 | 8 |
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| 21 | 9 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 11:14 | -3 | 7 |
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| 22 | 9 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 13:17 | -4 | 7 |
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| 23 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 8:15 | -7 | 6 |
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| 24 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 8:16 | -8 | 4 |
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