Preston vs Middlesbrough Predictions

Preston vs Middlesbrough is scheduled for kick off on 12 December, at 12:30. The game is set to take place at Deepdale. This match is bound to be interesting looking at the current form of Preston and Middlesbrough. Preston have won 2 English Football League - Championship matches against Middlesbrough out of the last 6 they have played. After their recent draw with Southampton, Preston aims to claim a win. Preston have won 1 of their last 8 English Football League - Championship matches at Deepdale. Middlesbrough's away record stands at 3 victories from 8 games. Following a draw in their last match against Watford in the English Football League - Championship, Middlesbrough is aiming to secure a win against Preston.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Preston have scored over 1.5 goals in 79% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 100% of games. Their total stands at 12 goals and 34 shots on target this English Football League - Championship season. Meanwhile, Middlesbrough have scored 30 goals with 88 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 86% of matches but conceded in 79% of games.

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