Middlesbrough vs Southampton Predictions

Middlesbrough vs Southampton is scheduled for kick off on 09 May, at 11:30. The game is set to take place at Riverside Stadium, with Farai Hallam officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Middlesbrough currently holding the 5th position in the table with the same number of points as Southampton. Middlesbrough have won 2 English Football League - Championship matches against Southampton 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. Southampton's away record stands at 10 victories from 24 games. Following their 2-1 triumph over Middlesbrough, Southampton 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 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, Southampton have scored 82 goals with 253 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 85% of matches but conceded in 75% of games.

In their last 6 head-to-head clashes, Middlesbrough scored 9 goals while Southampton scored 5 goals. Their last match on 12 May 2026 ended in 2-1 to Southampton.