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Middlesbrough vs Blackburn: Match Preview, Predictions & Tips - Friday, 26 December, 2025 9:00
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Championship 2025-2026 – Group #1
#
Club
M
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pt
1
13
4
1
50
18
32
43
2
9
6
3
24
19
5
33
3
9
4
5
22
25
-3
31
17
6
5
7
18
23
-5
23
18
6
3
9
18
23
-5
21
19
6
1
11
20
28
-8
19
Last 6 Matches
Middlesbrough
VS
Blackburn
2/6 (33%)
Victories
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
Draws
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
Defeats
2/6 (33%)
1.33
PPG
1.33
1.33
Avg Goals Scored
1.00
1.83
Avg Goals Conceded
1.00
83%
BTTS %
67%
0%
Over 2.5 Goals Scored %
0%
1.03
Avg xG
1.18
No predictions available for win/draw probability for this match.
Unable to calculate goals probability for this match due to missing prediction data.
Unable to calculate BTTS probability for this match due to missing prediction data.
Expected Points not available for this match.
0.85
xG [Total: 1.73]
0.88
1
Yellow Cards [Total: 2]
1
6
Corners [Total: 11]
5
1
Offsides [Total: 3]
2
9
Fouls [Total: 20]
12
4
Shots on Goal [Total: 8]
4
In this exciting Championship 2025-2026 - Regular Season matchup, Middlesbrough will take on Blackburn as part of the 2025-2026 season in Championship. This match is part of Matchweek 23 and will take place on 2025-12-26 at 2025-12-26 in the famous Riverside Stadium.
The referee for the game will be . Fans can expect an intense battle between the home team, Middlesbrough, and the visiting side, Blackburn. The scoreline predictions suggest .
Kickoff Details:
Date: 2025-12-26
Time: 15:00
Location: Riverside Stadium
Stay tuned to see how the teams perform in this crucial game!
Trends for Middlesbrough vs Blackburn Football 26 Dec, 2025 9:00
🤖 AI Pattern Insights
Our model identified 4 recurring performance patterns influencing this matchup:
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Defensive Fortress
Blackburn have league's best defense — hard to break down
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BTTS Magnet
Both teams score in 67% of recent matches — strong BTTS pattern
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Unlock Premium InsightsComprehensive betting trends for Middlesbrough vs Blackburn, grouped by market type. Including recent form and head-to-head history.
🏆 Match Winner
Middlesbrough(4 trends)
- Not WinH2H6/875%Middlesbrough have not won in 6 of their last 8 Championship matches vs Blackburn
- Top Table FormLeague70%Middlesbrough are currently 2nd in the table (Top 3)
- UnbeatenRecent13/1587%Middlesbrough are unbeaten in 13 of their last 15 Championship (Home) matches
- Efficient ScoringRecent12/1580%Middlesbrough efficiently convert chances (high accuracy) in 12 of their last 15 Championship (Home) matches
Blackburn(2 trends)
- UnbeatenH2H6/875%Blackburn are unbeaten in 6 of their last 8 Championship matches vs Middlesbrough
- League Best DefenseLeague9/970%Blackburn concede only 0.89 goals/match in away matches (excellent defense)
⚽ Both Teams To Score
Middlesbrough(1 trends)
- BTTS FriendlyLeague6/967%Middlesbrough score (1.44/match) and concede (1.00/match) regularly at home - BTTS in 67% of matches (league avg: 58%)
Blackburn(1 trends)
- Strong DefenseLeague7/978%Blackburn score well (1.11/match) but have strong defense in away matches (0.89 conceded) - opponents fail to score in 78% of matches
🎯 Over/Under 2.5 Goals
Middlesbrough(1 trends)
- Few GoalsH2H6/875%Middlesbrough scored 0-1 goals in 6 of their last 8 Championship matches vs Blackburn
Blackburn(3 trends)
- Few GoalsH2H6/875%Blackburn scored 0-1 goals in 6 of their last 8 Championship matches vs Middlesbrough
- Few GoalsRecent12/1580%Blackburn scored 0-1 goals in 12 of their last 15 Championship (Away) matches
- Few GoalsRecent23/3077%Blackburn scored 0-1 goals in 23 of their last 30 Championship matches
Both teams score 0-1 goals frequently (75% + 77%)
🛡️ Double Chance
Middlesbrough(3 trends)
- Not WinH2H6/875%Middlesbrough have not won in 6 of their last 8 Championship matches vs Blackburn
- Top Table FormLeague70%Middlesbrough are currently 2nd in the table (Top 3)
- UnbeatenRecent13/1587%Middlesbrough are unbeaten in 13 of their last 15 Championship (Home) matches
Blackburn(3 trends)
- Undefeated at HTH2H7/888%Blackburn are undefeated at half time in 7 of their last 8 Championship matches vs Middlesbrough
- UnbeatenH2H6/875%Blackburn are unbeaten in 6 of their last 8 Championship matches vs Middlesbrough
- League Best DefenseLeague9/970%Blackburn concede only 0.89 goals/match in away matches (excellent defense)
⚡ Team Total Goals
Middlesbrough(2 trends)
- Conceded Under 1.5 GoalsRecent14/1593%Middlesbrough conceded under 1.5 goals in 14 of their last 15 Championship (Home) matches
- Conceded Under 1.5 GoalsRecent25/3083%Middlesbrough conceded under 1.5 goals in 25 of their last 30 Championship matches
Blackburn(3 trends)
- Scored 1+H2H6/875%Blackburn scored 1+ goals in 6 of their last 8 Championship matches vs Middlesbrough
- Conceded Under 1.5 GoalsH2H6/875%Blackburn conceded under 1.5 goals in 6 of their last 8 Championship matches vs Middlesbrough
- League Best DefenseLeague9/970%Blackburn concede only 0.89 goals/match in away matches (excellent defense)
🟨 Cards Over/Under
Middlesbrough(2 trends)
- Many CardsH2H6/875%Middlesbrough receive 2+ cards in 6 of their last 8 Championship matches vs Blackburn
- Few CardsRecent13/1587%Middlesbrough receive 0-1 card in 13 of their last 15 Championship (Home) matches
Blackburn(2 trends)
- Many CardsH2H6/875%Blackburn receive 2+ cards in 6 of their last 8 Championship matches vs Middlesbrough
- Low Card MatchesLeague18/1881.5%Blackburn average 1.6 cards/match in all matches (-11% below league avg 1.8)
Both teams disciplined - • H2H average: 4.9 total cards/match
🚩 Corners Over/Under
Middlesbrough(2 trends) — avg 6.3 (+23% above league)
- Corner DominanceH2H7/888%Middlesbrough dominate corners (5+ and more than opponent) in 7 of their last 8 Championship matches vs Blackburn
- Many CornersH2H6/875%Middlesbrough win 6+ corners in 6 of their last 8 Championship matches vs Blackburn
Moderate corner environment -
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Middlesbrough vs Blackburn
🔮 Main Prediction by Periods
💡 Recommendation: The main advantage is on the home team's side. Consider bets on match outcome and corresponding halves.
⚔️ Team Comparison
🏠 Middlesbrough
Early Strength
Weak
Matches Analyzed
20
Momentum
-0.02
Pressure
0.05
✈️ Blackburn
Early Strength
Weak
Matches Analyzed
20
Momentum
0.16
Pressure
0.06
⏰ Match Periods Analysis
📊 Periods Explanation:
Fast Start (0-15 min): Who starts the match better and scores in the first 15 minutes.
First Half (0-45 min): Overall team effectiveness in the first half.
Second Half (46-90 min): How teams play after the break.
Final Stage (76-90 min): Who is stronger in the final minutes of the match.
🏠 Middlesbrough - Periods
🚀 Fast Start (0-15 min)
Goals in First 15 min
1
Avg. Goals per Match
0.05
⏰ First Half (0-45 min)
First Half Goals
7
Avg. Goals per Match
0.35
🔄 Second Half (46-90 min)
Second Half Goals
9
Avg. Goals per Match
0.45
⚡ Final Stage (76-90 min)
Late Goals
5
Avg. Goals per Match
0.25
✈️ Blackburn - Periods
🚀 Fast Start (0-15 min)
Goals in First 15 min
1
Avg. Goals per Match
0.05
⏰ First Half (0-45 min)
First Half Goals
4
Avg. Goals per Match
0.2
🔄 Second Half (46-90 min)
Second Half Goals
12
Avg. Goals per Match
0.6
⚡ Final Stage (76-90 min)
Late Goals
7
Avg. Goals per Match
0.35
🏆 Detailed Team Analysis
🏠 Middlesbrough - Details
📈 Momentum Analysis
Positive Sequences
2
Comeback Goals
5
Negative Sequences
4
Killer Goals
8
⚡ Pressure Analysis
Early Pressure
1
Late Pressure
5
Pressure Goals
0
⏰ Timing Patterns
Fast Starts
1
Half-time Spurts
6
Second Half Starts
4
Late Surges
5
🛡️ Defensive Analysis
Early Conceded
5
Late Conceded
9
✈️ Blackburn - Details
📈 Momentum Analysis
Positive Sequences
2
Comeback Goals
7
Negative Sequences
2
Killer Goals
4
⚡ Pressure Analysis
Early Pressure
1
Late Pressure
7
Pressure Goals
0
⏰ Timing Patterns
Fast Starts
1
Half-time Spurts
3
Second Half Starts
5
Late Surges
7
🛡️ Defensive Analysis
Early Conceded
1
Late Conceded
6
💡 Betting Recommendations by Periods
- Overall Result: Middlesbrough has an advantage in the match
- Home Handicap: Consider Middlesbrough handicap
- Total Goals: Analyze team goal statistics
- Both Teams to Score: Consider defensive qualities of teams
📊 Factor Breakdown
💡 Factor Explanations:
Momentum: Team's ability to maintain and develop success. Shows how the team reacts to scored and conceded goals.
Pressure: Team's ability to create dangerous moments and score in important match moments.
Timing: Team's ability to score in specific periods of the match (start, end of half, etc.).
Defense: Defensive reliability in different periods of the match.
Momentum (Advantage)
Away +0.176
Pressure (Advantage)
Away +0.015
Timing (Advantage)
Away +0 (minimal)
Defense (Advantage)
Away +0.083 (away team better)
📝 Detailed Summary
🏠 Home Team Analysis (Middlesbrough):
Momentum: Weak - team may lose concentration. Pressure: Low - team rarely creates dangerous moments. Defense: Vulnerable at the start of the match.
✈️ Away Team Analysis (Blackburn):
Momentum: Strong - team reacts well to changes in the match. Pressure: Low - team rarely creates dangerous moments. Defense: Reliable at the start of the match.
🎯 Final Betting Recommendations:
Teams are approximately equal in strength across all periods. Consider bets on draw, low total goals, or exact score.
Middlesbrough vs Blackburn Head-to-head statistics for Fri 26 Dec, 2025 @ 9:00 Championship
Middlesbrough vs Blackburn: Pre-match Stats Comparison
This section provides average statistics and percentages on the main markets for the last 10 matches of both teams
Home/Away: Shows home matches for Middlesbrough and away matches for Blackburn
Number of goals
Number of goals
Middlesbrough
Under
Over
Blackburn
Under
Over
0.5
20%
2
80%
8
20%
2
80%
8
1.5
60%
6
40%
4
70%
7
30%
3
2.5
100%
10
0%
0
100%
10
0%
0
3.5
100%
10
0%
0
100%
10
0%
0
4.5
100%
10
0%
0
100%
10
0%
0
Both teams to score
Both teams to score
Middlesbrough
Blackburn
Yes
70%
7
60%
6
No
30%
3
40%
4
1X2
1X2
Middlesbrough
Blackburn
1
40%
4
40%
4
X
30%
3
20%
2
2
30%
3
40%
4
Double Chance
Double Chance
Middlesbrough
Blackburn
12
70%
7
80%
8
1X
70%
7
60%
6
X2
60%
6
60%
6
Total Goals
Total Goals
Middlesbrough
Blackburn
0-1
20%
2
20%
2
2-3
70%
7
70%
7
4+
10%
1
10%
1
Total Corners
Total Corners
Middlesbrough
Under
Over
Blackburn
Under
Over
7.5
60%
6
40%
4
80%
8
20%
2
8.5
90%
9
10%
1
80%
8
20%
2
9.5
100%
10
0%
0
90%
9
10%
1
10.5
100%
10
0%
0
90%
9
10%
1
Clean Sheet
Clean Sheet
Middlesbrough
Blackburn
Yes
10%
1
20%
2
No
90%
9
80%
8
1X2 HT - FT
1X2 HT - FT
Middlesbrough
Blackburn
HT 1 - FT 1
30%
3
20%
2
HT 1 - FT 2
0%
0
10%
1
HT 1 - FT X
0%
0
10%
1
HT 2 - FT 1
10%
1
10%
1
HT 2 - FT 2
30%
3
10%
1
HT 2 - FT X
30%
3
0%
0
HT X - FT 1
0%
0
10%
1
HT X - FT 2
0%
0
20%
2
HT X - FT X
0%
0
10%
1
xG(xGa)
xG(xGa)
Middlesbrough
Blackburn
xG
1.13
1.32
xGa
1.01
0.95
Number of goals
Number of goals
Middlesbrough
Under
Over
Blackburn
Under
Over
0.5
60%
6
40%
4
50%
5
50%
5
1.5
90%
9
10%
1
100%
10
0%
0
2.5
100%
10
0%
0
100%
10
0%
0
3.5
100%
10
0%
0
100%
10
0%
0
4.5
100%
10
0%
0
100%
10
0%
0
Both teams to score
Both teams to score
Middlesbrough
Blackburn
Yes
20%
2
10%
1
No
80%
8
90%
9
1X2
1X2
Middlesbrough
Blackburn
1
30%
3
40%
4
X
0%
0
40%
4
2
70%
7
20%
2
Double Chance
Double Chance
Middlesbrough
Blackburn
12
100%
10
60%
6
1X
30%
3
80%
8
X2
70%
7
60%
6
Total Goals
Total Goals
Middlesbrough
Blackburn
0-1
70%
7
80%
8
2-3
30%
3
20%
2
4+
0%
0
0%
0
Clean Sheet
Clean Sheet
Middlesbrough
Blackburn
Yes
20%
2
70%
7
No
80%
8
30%
3
Number of goals
Number of goals
Middlesbrough
Under
Over
Blackburn
Under
Over
0.5
40%
4
60%
6
50%
5
50%
5
1.5
90%
9
10%
1
90%
9
10%
1
2.5
100%
10
0%
0
100%
10
0%
0
3.5
100%
10
0%
0
100%
10
0%
0
4.5
100%
10
0%
0
100%
10
0%
0
Both teams to score
Both teams to score
Middlesbrough
Blackburn
Yes
20%
2
10%
1
No
80%
8
90%
9
1X2
1X2
Middlesbrough
Blackburn
1
40%
4
40%
4
X
40%
4
20%
2
2
20%
2
40%
4
Double Chance
Double Chance
Middlesbrough
Blackburn
12
60%
6
80%
8
1X
80%
8
60%
6
X2
60%
6
60%
6
Total Goals
Total Goals
Middlesbrough
Blackburn
0-1
70%
7
60%
6
2-3
30%
3
40%
4
4+
0%
0
0%
0
Clean Sheet
Clean Sheet
Middlesbrough
Blackburn
Yes
70%
7
50%
5
No
30%
3
50%
5
No predictions available for this match
No predictions available for this match
Middlesbrough
Blackburn
Played:
8
Wins
2
2
Draws
2
2
Wins
4
4
Total
Per Match
Per Match
Total
7
0.9
Goals
1
8
8
1
Goals Conceded
0.9
7
18
2.3
Yellow Cards
2.3
18
1
0.1
Red Cards
0.3
2
2
0.3
Clean Sheets
0.4
3
58
7.3
Corners
4.1
33
78
9.8
Fouls
10
80
16
2
Offsides
2.6
21
107
13.4
Shots
10.1
81
31
3.9
Shots on Goal
3.6
29
| Home | Away | All | ||||
| Played | 9 | 9 | 18 | |||
| Wins | 6 | 3 | 9 | |||
| Draws | 2 | 4 | 6 | |||
| Losses | 1 | 2 | 3 | |||
| Home | Away | All | ||||
| Per Match | Total | Per Match | Total | Per Match | Total | |
| Goals | 1.4 | 13 | 1.2 | 11 | 1.3 | 24 |
| Goals Conceded | 1 | 9 | 1.1 | 10 | 1.1 | 19 |
| Yellow Cards | 0.8 | 7 | 2.4 | 22 | 1.6 | 29 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0.1 | 1 | 0.1 | 1 | |
| Clean Sheets | 0.3 | 3 | 0.2 | 2 | 0.3 | 5 |
| Corners | 5.2 | 47 | 5.8 | 52 | 5.5 | 99 |
| Fouls | 8.6 | 77 | 10 | 90 | 9.3 | 167 |
| Offsides | 1.3 | 12 | 2.4 | 22 | 1.9 | 34 |
| Shots | 12.3 | 111 | 13.7 | 123 | 13 | 234 |
| Shots on Goal | 4 | 36 | 3.2 | 29 | 3.6 | 65 |
| Home | Away | All | ||||
| Played | 9 | 9 | 18 | |||
| Wins | 1 | 5 | 6 | |||
| Draws | 2 | 1 | 3 | |||
| Losses | 6 | 3 | 9 | |||
| Home | Away | All | ||||
| Per Match | Total | Per Match | Total | Per Match | Total | |
| Goals | 0.9 | 8 | 1.1 | 10 | 1 | 18 |
| Goals Conceded | 1.7 | 15 | 0.9 | 8 | 1.3 | 23 |
| Yellow Cards | 1.7 | 15 | 1.4 | 13 | 1.6 | 28 |
| Red Cards | 0.1 | 1 | 0 | 0.1 | 1 | |
| Clean Sheets | 0 | 0.4 | 4 | 0.2 | 4 | |
| Corners | 6.3 | 57 | 5 | 45 | 5.7 | 102 |
| Fouls | 10.1 | 91 | 11.7 | 105 | 10.9 | 196 |
| Offsides | 2.4 | 22 | 1.6 | 14 | 2 | 36 |
| Shots | 11.7 | 105 | 11.7 | 105 | 11.7 | 210 |
| Shots on Goal | 3.2 | 29 | 3.9 | 35 | 3.6 | 64 |
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