Middlesbrough vs Stoke Predictions

Middlesbrough vs Stoke is scheduled for kick off on 30 September, at 18:45. The game is set to take place at Riverside Stadium, with David Webb officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Middlesbrough currently holding the 5th position in the table 25 points ahead of Stoke. Middlesbrough have won 3 English Football League - Championship matches against Stoke out of the last 6 they have played. After their recent loss to Hull, Middlesbrough is determined to redeem themselves. Middlesbrough have won 12 of their last 24 English Football League - Championship matches at Riverside Stadium. Stoke's away record stands at 6 victories from 23 games. Following their 2-0 loss to Bristol City, Stoke 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 67% 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, Stoke have scored 51 goals with 173 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 70% of matches but conceded in 72% of games.

In their last 6 head-to-head clashes, Middlesbrough scored 7 goals while Stoke scored 6 goals. Their last match on 21 January 2026 ended in 2-1 to Middlesbrough.