Stoke vs Middlesbrough Predictions

Stoke vs Middlesbrough is scheduled for kick off on 21 January, at 20:00. The game is set to take place at bet365 Stadium, with Adam Herczeg officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Stoke currently holding the 17th position in the table 25 points behind Middlesbrough. Stoke have lost 3 English Football League - Championship matches to Middlesbrough out of the last 6 they have played. After their recent loss to Bristol City, Stoke is determined to redeem themselves. Stoke have won 9 of their last 23 English Football League - Championship matches at bet365 Stadium. Middlesbrough's away record stands at 10 victories from 24 games. Following their 2-1 loss to Southampton, Middlesbrough is determined to bounce back with a win against Stoke.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Stoke have scored over 1.5 goals in 70% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 72% of games. Their total stands at 51 goals and 173 shots on target this English Football League - Championship season. Meanwhile, Middlesbrough have scored 72 goals with 237 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 69% of matches but conceded in 71% of games.

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