Match Overview
On November 11th, Middlesbrough will face off against Leicester at the Riverside Stadium in a Championship match. The odds currently favor the away team, with Leicester having a higher chance of winning at 2.28 compared to Middlesbrough’s odds of 2.97. A draw is also possible, with odds set at 3.72.
Historical Face-Off
These two teams have met multiple times in the past, with their most recent encounter being in the Premier League back in February 2017, where they played out a goalless draw. Looking further back, their head-to-head record shows an evenly matched history.
In their last eight meetings across various competitions, there has been an average of 1.75 goals per game. It’s worth noting that three or more goals have been scored in only one of these matches.
Local Team’s Recent Form
Middlesbrough has shown mixed form recently, winning four out of their last six matches across all competitions. They have been particularly strong at home this season, securing three victories and suffering three defeats in seven games.
Currently sitting in 12th position in the Championship table with 21 points and a goal difference of -1, Middlesbrough has displayed inconsistency throughout the season so far.
In their most recent match against Plymouth Argyle, Middlesbrough managed to salvage a point after a thrilling 3-3 draw. Joshua Coburn was on fire for Boro as he scored twice along with Sam Greenwood finding the back of the net once.
Away Team’s Recent Form
Leicester comes into this match as the league leaders and has been impressive both overall and away from home this season. In their last six matches across all competitions, they have secured five victories while suffering just one defeat.
Their away form has been particularly strong, winning all seven of their away matches in the Championship so far this season. With 18 goals scored and only five conceded on the road, Leicester has proven to be a formidable force away from home.
In their most recent match against Leeds, Leicester suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat at home. However, this loss should not overshadow their overall strong performances this season.
Key Players Spotlight
For Middlesbrough, Joshua Coburn has been in fine form recently, scoring two goals in his last match against Plymouth Argyle. His ability to find the back of the net will be crucial for Middlesbrough’s chances in this match.
Leicester’s Kelechi Iheanacho has also been impressive with six goals already this season. His clinical finishing and ability to create opportunities will pose a significant threat to Middlesbrough’s defense.
Statistical Insights
Looking at recent statistics, Middlesbrough has struggled defensively, conceding 23 goals in 15 Championship matches. In contrast, Leicester boasts a solid defensive record with only nine goals conceded in the same number of games.
Offensively, both teams have shown promise with Middlesbrough scoring 22 goals and Leicester finding the back of the net 29 times in the league so far this season.
Match Prediction: Middlesbrough 1 – 2 Leicester
Based on their current form and statistical insights, it is expected that Leicester will continue their impressive run and secure an away victory against Middlesbrough. While Middlesbrough has shown glimpses of quality recently, they may struggle to contain Leicester’s attacking prowess.
