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Middlesbrough vs Plymouth Prediction – Championship
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Here you find the finest prediction for Middlesbrough vs Plymouth in the Championship, alongside match analysis and betting tips.
Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including their recent form and key statistics from previous matches to provide the best prediction for this fixture between Middlesbrough and Plymouth.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between Middlesbrough vs Plymouth
The best prediction for Middlesbrough vs Plymouth in the Championship is that Middlesbrough will be leading at half-time. With the home team benefiting from the strong support of their fans and having a good run at home, with three wins from their last four home games, they are expected to showcase their quality as the match progresses.
The best prediction for Middlesbrough vs Plymouth
Middlesbrough to win at the break
Match preview: Middlesbrough vs Plymouth
Middlesbrough and Plymouth face each other at Riverside Stadium in a match for the 43rd round of the Championship. The last encounter on 21 December 2024 ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw. Recent direct competitions between these two clubs indicate a balanced matchup, with two draws and one win each for the teams in their last four meetings. The home advantage could be significant, as Plymouth have shown markedly different results whether playing at home or away.
Team analysis: Middlesbrough
Currently sitting in 7th place, the home side has accumulated 60 points from 17 wins, 9 draws, and 16 losses. They suffered a loss at home to Leeds United (0-1) in their penultimate match and followed this with a defeat against Millwall (0-1). Notably, Middlesbrough’s away form is relatively consistent, with 5 wins, 3 draws, and 7 losses from their last 30 away games; in contrast, their home record stands at 7 wins, 3 draws, and 5 losses. In the Championship, Middlesbrough has managed 15 points from a possible 30 in their last ten home games, with only 7 goals conceded in those matches demonstrating their defensive weaknesses. They have only managed to turn the score around in two instances when going behind in games.
The Middlesbrough squad heads into this fixture after a disappointing 1-0 defeat at Millwall, marking their second consecutive loss. Typically, the home side plays in a 4-3-3 formation, with Finn Azaz, Morgan Whittaker, and Tommy Conway leading the attack. When moving forward, they’ll likely exploit the width offered by left-back Samuel Iling-Junior. The following players are unavailable due to injuries: Neto Borges, Seny Dieng, Alex Bangura, Luke Ayling, and Darran Lenihan.
Team analysis: Plymouth
The visiting side currently resides in 24th place with 37 points, having recorded 9 wins, 13 draws, and 20 losses. They secured a 2-1 home victory against Sheffield United in their latest match, after succumbing to Swansea City away (0-3) in the preceding match. Plymouth exhibits a stronger performance at home, having recorded just 2 wins, 4 draws, and 9 losses from their last 30 matches on the road, while achieving 5 wins, 5 draws, and 5 losses in their home games. In the Championship, they have accumulated only 7 points out of 30 during their last ten away fixtures, with a frequent half-time score of 0-0 across numerous matches. However, they have struggled defensively, conceding goals in 9 of their last 10 Championship matches. Plymouth has rarely opened the scoring: they have only done so 9 times in their last 42 games, with a half-time lead in 6 of those and winning in the end in the same amount. Throughout their 42 games, they found themselves behind at half-time 31 times and have only managed to alter that outcome in 3 cases.
The Plymouth Argyle team enters this match following their recent 2-1 victory. Their goals against Sheffield United were scored by Ryan Hardie and Muhamed Tijani. Typically, they adopt a 3-4-3 formation, focusing on offensive transitions and utilising the flanks for attack. Their front three comprises Ryan Hardie, Callum Wright, and Mustapha Bundu, with midfielder Adam Randell orchestrating their attacking plays. However, they will be missing Brendan Galloway and Maksym Talovierov due to injuries.
The best prediction for Middlesbrough vs Plymouth
Middlesbrough to win at the break
