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Middlesbrough - Preston North End prediction
Match predictions
By examining the details using statistical and analytical methods, we have determined that the Double chance - X2 is the best potential outcome for the Middlesbrough versus Preston North End matchup. With a comprehensive review of the match already completed, our predictions are reliable.
Coefficients at the time of publication of the forecast 24.01.2026 18:40
Match preview
The match between Middlesbrough and Preston North End, as part of the Championship (England), is scheduled for 24.01 at 07:30. Betting enthusiasts can use the following analysis of teams' statistics and prediction to gain detailed insight into their betting decisions for the match.
H2H and previous results
Overall, teams have faced each other in a total of 28 games. The last game between the two teams was on 13.09.25, and Middlesbrough emerged as the victor with a score of 2:2. Out of all the games, Middlesbrough won 12, Preston North End won 7, and the two teams tied in 9. In terms of total goals, Middlesbrough has 46-32 more goals than Preston North End.
H2H Statistics
Middlesbrough
Preston North End
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12 wins
9 draws
7 wins
Comparison stat
You can learn about the last 10 games between Middlesbrough and Preston North End, including the wins, losses, draws, and the number of goals each team scored and allowed.
Middlesbrough
Preston North End
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10
Matches
5 - Wins
1 - Draws
4 - Loses
Goal Difference
+3
15
12
Scored
Conceded
0
10
10
10
Matches
Wins - 3
Draws - 3
Loses - 4
Middlesbrough review
The club Middlesbrough has competed in 10 events during the current Championship season. Of these, Middlesbrough has 6 wins, 3 losses, and 1 draws at home. This record has placed the team at 2 place in the standings. The average number of goals scored and conceded by Middlesbrough at home is 16 and 10, giving a difference of +6. The average goal scored by teams when Middlesbrough is playing at home is 34.6. In matches hosted by Middlesbrough, there have been 6 occasions in which both teams scored, which is equivalent to 60%. As for the time it takes Middlesbrough to score a goal at home, it averages 34.6 minutes.
demonstrates a stable recovery of his performance.
Top scorers are: Whittaker, Morgan, Conway, Tommy, Hackney, Hayden, Strelec, David, Fry, Dael, Burgzorg, Delano, Targett, Matt, Sene, Mamadou Kaly, McGree, Riley, Browne, Alan, Silvera, Sam, Jones, Alfie, Hansen, Sontje, Ayling, Luke, Gilbert, Alexander
Preston North End review
This season, the Preston North End has played 10 games in the Championship tournament, and won 4 meetings. They have won 3, lost 3 and drawn 4 times in total. They have scored 15 goals and conceded 11, giving them a goal difference of +4. They are currently in the 6 spot in the table. On average, 34.6 goals are scored by both teams in Preston North End away matches. Also, 70% of matches feature both teams scoring, with 7 of games in total. Additionally, it takes 34.6 minutes of game time for the away team to score.
continues to show a good game.
Players with the greatest scores is: Dobbin, Lewis, Osmajic, Milutin, Devine, Alfie, Jebbison, Daniel, Smith, Michael, Small, Thierry, Storey, Jordan, Frokjaer-Jensen, Mads, Whiteman, Ben, Armstrong, Harrison, Keane, Will, McCann, Ali.
Standings
| # | Team | G | Pts | W | D | L | G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 |
Middlesbrough
|
28 | 52 | 15 | 7 | 6 | 42:29 |
| 6 |
Preston North End
|
28 | 43 | 11 | 10 | 7 | 36:29 |
Standings tracker
Middlesbrough
Preston North End
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5
Position
14
46
Round
46
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Middlesbrough
DRAW
Preston North End
Will both teams score?
YES
50%
NO
50%
Who will score first?
Middlesbrough
No goal
34%
Preston North End
Prematch stats
Middlesbrough
Preston North End
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10
Matches
5 - Wins
1 - Draws
4 - Loses
Goal Difference
+3
15
12
Scored
Conceded
0
10
10
10
Matches
Wins - 3
Draws - 3
Loses - 4
Middlesbrough has played 27 matches with 14 wins, showing a strong, fighting spirit that outshines Preston North End's 11 wins from 28 games. They scored 40 goals against Preston's 36, proving their attack is more lively and potent on the field.
Preston draws games often with 10 ties, highlighting their tough, resilient defense, but Middlesbrough concedes just 28 goals compared to Preston's 29, making them slightly tighter at the back. Overall, Middlesbrough edges ahead with better results and flair in their play.
Scored
Full time
1st Half / 2nd Half
Over 0.5
75%
79%
Over 1.5
50%
39%
Over 2.5
18%
11%
Over 3.5
7%
0%
Failed to score
25%
21%
Statistics of Middlesbrough matches and Preston North End matches within the tournament Championship.
Middlesbrough's attack roars with an average of 1.48 goals per match, edging out Preston North End's 1.29, painting them as the fiercer front-line force. They surge past over 2.5 goals in 19 games, compared to Preston's mere 11, while both teams falter less in scoring than expected—Preston failing only 21 times versus Middlesbrough's 26. Yet, Preston ignites early, scoring in 54 first halves against Middlesbrough's 37, a dynamic burst that keeps fans on the edge of their seats.
In the second half, Middlesbrough claws back with an 0.85 average goals, slightly better than Preston's 0.71, turning matches into thrilling comebacks. Preston dominates by scoring in both halves 32 times, outpacing Middlesbrough's 19, revealing their unyielding stamina. Overall, these stats weave a tale of two teams: one explosive from the start, the other building relentless pressure, promising electrifying clashes on the pitch.
Conceded
Full time
1st Half / 2nd Half
Over 0.5
75%
71%
Over 1.5
18%
29%
Over 2.5
7%
4%
Over 3.5
4%
0%
Clean sheets
25%
29%
Statistics of Middlesbrough matches and Preston North End matches within the tournament Championship.
Goals handicap
Full time
1st Half
2nd Half
Middlesbrough shows a strong edge in full-time handicaps, with 89% for +1.5, compared to Preston's 96%. They hit 78% for +0.5, while Preston sits at 75%. This means Middlesbrough often keeps games close or wins, playing with fierce determination.
In the first half, both teams tie at 96% for +1.5, but Preston edges ahead with 68% for +0.5 against Middlesbrough's 63%. In the second half, Preston surges with 82% for +0.5, while Middlesbrough holds steady at 74%. Preston's resilient push makes matches exciting and unpredictable.
Goals by Time Period
10 mins
15 mins
Middlesbrough
10 mins
Total goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 10 mins
6%
5%
7%
11 - 20 mins
10%
2%
21%
21 - 30 mins
7%
2%
14%
31 - 40 mins
10%
14%
3%
41 - 50 mins
17%
24%
7%
51 - 60 mins
10%
17%
0%
61 - 70 mins
10%
10%
10%
71 - 80 mins
11%
10%
14%
81 - 90+ mins
19%
16%
24%
Preston North End
10 mins
Total goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 10 mins
9%
11%
7%
11 - 20 mins
9%
11%
10%
21 - 30 mins
8%
14%
0%
31 - 40 mins
8%
3%
14%
41 - 50 mins
18%
17%
28%
51 - 60 mins
5%
6%
3%
61 - 70 mins
8%
6%
10%
71 - 80 mins
11%
11%
14%
81 - 90+ mins
24%
21%
14%
Middlesbrough
15 mins
Total goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 15 mins
10%
5%
17%
16 - 30 mins
11%
5%
24%
31 - 45 mins
14%
21%
3%
46 - 60 mins
23%
33%
7%
61 - 75 mins
14%
12%
17%
76 - 90+ mins
28%
24%
32%
Middlesbrough
15 mins
Total goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 15 mins
14%
19%
14%
16 - 30 mins
11%
17%
3%
31 - 45 mins
12%
3%
24%
46 - 60 mins
18%
22%
21%
61 - 75 mins
14%
8%
21%
76 - 90+ mins
31%
31%
17%
Middlesbrough often starts games slowly, with just 5% to 7% action in the first 10 minutes, while Preston North End dives in fiercely with 9% to 11%. The Boro ramps up in the middle, hitting 16% in the 41-50 minutes, showing their gritty push. Preston battles back strong too, peaking at 18% in that same spot, making for thrilling mid-game clashes.
In the closing stages, both teams explode with energy, Preston notching 24% in the last 10 minutes against Middlesbrough's 21%. The Riverside outfit shines in the 76-90 minutes at 29%, proving their late surge. Preston's Lilywhites hold firm with 31% there, turning matches into nail-biting finishes full of heart and hustle.
Result by half
1st Half
2nd Half
Middlesbrough shows a fierce spirit in the first half with 33% wins, but they face more losses at 37%. Preston North End edges ahead with 36% wins and balances draws at 32%. This battling comparison highlights Preston's slight lead in early attacks, while Middlesbrough pushes hard despite the setbacks.
In the second half, Middlesbrough turns resilient with 33% wins and 41% draws, showing their comeback style. Preston North End shines in draws at 54% and keeps losses low at 17%, proving their defensive strength. These stats paint a dynamic picture of two teams clashing with heart on the field.
First goal
Statistics on the percentage of matches, where Middlesbrough and Preston North End scored first in the Championship of the 2025/2026 season
Middlesbrough charges ahead, scoring first in 48% of matches. They edge out Preston's 46%, showing a dynamic spark.
Preston fights back hard, but Middlesbrough's slight lead highlights their fierce edge in early battles.
Cards statistics
Cards per match
Total cards per match for Middlesbrough and Preston North End at the tournament Championship in 2025/2026 season.
Total Cards
Team Cards
Cards Against Team
Middlesbrough and Preston North End both average two cards per match, showing their games often get feisty. Middlesbrough hits over 1.5 cards at 81 percent, just behind Preston's 82 percent, but Preston's players snag over 0.5 cards more often at 86 percent versus Middlesbrough's 70 percent. This means Preston's squad is card-happy, diving into tackles with extra zeal, while Middlesbrough keeps it tougher against foes.
When it comes to cards against them, Middlesbrough faces over 1.5 at 70 percent, outpacing Preston's 36 percent, proving opponents get riled up more by Middlesbrough's play. Overall, both teams stir excitement with their defensive grit, but Middlesbrough edges out in drawing cards from rivals, making matches intense and full of drama.
Trends
4 / 10 of her last matches Middlesbrough in all competitions ended in defeat
3 / 10 of last matches Middlesbrough in Championship ended in defeat
3 / 10 of last matches Preston North End in all tournaments ended with her victory
3 / 10 of last matches Preston North End in Championship ended with her victory
5 / 10 of last matches between the teams ended in victory Preston North End
5 / 10 of last matches Middlesbrough in all competitions, at least one team did not score
5 / 10 of last matches Middlesbrough in Championship, at least one team has not scored
3 / 10 of the last matches between the teams, at least one of the teams did not score
6 / 10 of last matches Preston North End in all competitions, at least one team did not score
5 / 10 of last matches Preston North End in Championship, at least one team has not scored
