Middlesbrough vs Preston Predictions

Middlesbrough vs Preston is scheduled for kick off on 24 January, at 12:30. The game is set to take place at Riverside Stadium, with Andy Madley officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Middlesbrough currently holding the 5th position in the table 20 points ahead of Preston. Middlesbrough have won 2 English Football League - Championship matches against Preston out of the last 6 they have played. After their recent loss to Southampton, Middlesbrough is determined to redeem themselves. Middlesbrough have won 12 of their last 24 English Football League - Championship matches at Riverside Stadium. Preston's away record stands at 7 victories from 23 games. Following their 3-1 loss to Southampton, 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 69% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 71% of games. Their total stands at 72 goals and 237 shots on target this English Football League - Championship season. Meanwhile, Preston have scored 55 goals with 165 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 80% of matches but conceded in 80% 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.