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 draw with Cardiff, Middlesbrough aims to claim a win. Middlesbrough have won 4 of their last 6 English Football League - Championship matches at Riverside Stadium. Preston's away record stands at no victories from 6 games. Following their 4-1 loss to Wrexham, Preston is determined to bounce back with a win against Middlesbrough.

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 82% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 82% of games. Their total stands at 22 goals and 68 shots on target this English Football League - Championship season. Meanwhile, Preston have scored 9 goals with 28 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 73% 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 Jan 2026 ended in 4-0 to Middlesbrough.