Middlesbrough vs Preston Predictions

Middlesbrough vs Preston is scheduled for kick off on 01 January, at 15:00. The game is set to take place at Riverside Stadium. This match is bound to be interesting looking at the current form of Middlesbrough and Preston. Middlesbrough have won 2 English Football League - Championship matches against Preston out of the last 6 they have played. After their recent victory against QPR, Middlesbrough is determined to keep their momentum going. Middlesbrough have won 2 of their last 2 English Football League - Championship matches at Riverside Stadium. Preston's away record stands at no victories from 2 games. Following their 2-1 triumph over Blackburn, Preston have boosted their morale as they seek to beat Middlesbrough on their home ground.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Middlesbrough have scored over 1.5 goals in 80% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 80% of games. Their total stands at 8 goals and 24 shots on target this English Football League - Championship season. Meanwhile, Preston have scored 5 goals with 13 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 80% of matches but conceded in 100% of games.

In their last 6 head-to-head clashes, Middlesbrough scored 13 goals while Preston scored 7 goals. Their last match on 24 January 2026 ended in 4-0 to Middlesbrough.