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Championship 2025-2026 • Matchweek 45
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Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough
2nd place
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14:00
25 Apr 2026
Watford
Watford
7th place
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Middlesbrough vs Watford: Match Preview, Predictions & Tips - Saturday, 25 April, 2026 9:00

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Championship 2025-2026
14:00
Middlesbrough
:
Watford

Scoring Rules

Points are calculated automatically based on your predicted score. Maximum 5 points per match.

Category Points Condition
Exact Score 5 Your prediction matches the final score exactly.
Outcome (1X2) 2 You correctly predicted the winner or a draw.
BTTS Bonus +1 You correctly predicted if both teams score (or if at least one doesn't).
Total Goals Bonus +1 You correctly predicted if total goals are Over or Under 2.5.

Examples:

  • Match result: 3:1 (Home Win, BTTS: Yes, Total: Over 2.5)
    • Prediction 3:1 → 5 points (Exact Score)
    • Prediction 2:1 → 4 points (Outcome: 2 + BTTS: +1 + Total: +1)
    • Prediction 2:0 → 2 points (Outcome: 2, BTTS: No/Yes mismatch)
    • Prediction 1:1 → 1 point (BTTS: +1, Outcome mismatch)
  • Match result: 2:0 (Home Win, BTTS: No, Total: Under 2.5)
    • Prediction 2:0 → 5 points (Exact Score)
    • Prediction 1:0 → 4 points (Outcome: 2 + BTTS: +1 + Total: +1)
    • Prediction 3:1 → 2 points (Outcome: 2, BTTS: Yes/No mismatch)
Middlesbrough
w w l d d
17 Played
10 Wins
5 Draws
2 Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.5 (26 total)
xG
1.20 (21.2 total)
Shots per Match
14.5 (246 total)
Shots on Target
4.6 (32% acc)
Corners
6.3 (107 total)
Defense
Conceded
0.7 per match
xGa
0.90 per match
Clean Sheets
8 (47%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
1 avg
Red Cards
0 (0 total)
Fouls
9.4 (160 total)
Offsides
1.7 (29 total)
18 Played
8 Wins
4 Draws
6 Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.4 (26 total)
xG
1.20 (20.9 total)
Shots per Match
14.2 (256 total)
Shots on Target
4.3 (30% acc)
Corners
5.4 (98 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.4 per match
xGa
0.90 per match
Clean Sheets
2 (11%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
1.9 avg
Red Cards
0.1 (1 total)
Fouls
9.1 (164 total)
Offsides
2.1 (38 total)
35 Played
18 Wins
9 Draws
8 Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.5 (52 total)
xG
1.20 (42.2 total)
Shots per Match
14.3 (502 total)
Shots on Target
4.5 (31% acc)
Corners
5.9 (205 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.1 per match
xGa
0.90 per match
Clean Sheets
10 (29%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
1.5 avg
Red Cards
0 (1 total)
Fouls
9.3 (324 total)
Offsides
1.9 (67 total)
Watford
l d w l w
18 Played
9 Wins
5 Draws
4 Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.4 (26 total)
xG
1.30 (24.2 total)
Shots per Match
15.4 (277 total)
Shots on Target
5.2 (34% acc)
Corners
4.8 (87 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.1 per match
xGa
1.00 per match
Clean Sheets
4 (22%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
1.7 avg
Red Cards
0.1 (2 total)
Fouls
9.9 (178 total)
Offsides
1.3 (24 total)
18 Played
4 Wins
7 Draws
7 Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.1 (20 total)
xG
1.00 (17.7 total)
Shots per Match
11.2 (202 total)
Shots on Target
3.3 (30% acc)
Corners
4.3 (78 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.5 per match
xGa
1.00 per match
Clean Sheets
2 (11%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
2.1 avg
Red Cards
0.1 (1 total)
Fouls
9.9 (179 total)
Offsides
0.8 (14 total)
36 Played
13 Wins
12 Draws
11 Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.3 (46 total)
xG
1.20 (41.8 total)
Shots per Match
13.3 (479 total)
Shots on Target
4.3 (32% acc)
Corners
4.6 (165 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.3 per match
xGa
1.00 per match
Clean Sheets
6 (17%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
1.9 avg
Red Cards
0.1 (3 total)
Fouls
9.9 (357 total)
Offsides
1.1 (38 total)

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In this exciting Championship 2025-2026 - Regular Season matchup, Middlesbrough will take on Watford as part of the 2025-2026 season in Championship. This match is part of Matchweek 45 and will take place on 2026-04-25 at 2026-04-25 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, Watford. The scoreline predictions suggest . Kickoff Details: Date: 2026-04-25 Time: 14:00 Location: Riverside Stadium Stay tuned to see how the teams perform in this crucial game!

Value Bets and Betting Odds Comparison for Middlesbrough vs Watford Saturday, Apr 25th, 2026 at 9:00 Football

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🤖 AI Pattern Insights

Our model identified 4 recurring performance patterns influencing this matchup:

  • BTTS Magnet

    Both teams score in 86% of recent matches — strong BTTS pattern

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    Clinical Finishers

    Both teams convert chances efficiently (80%+ conversion) — expect goals from limited opportunities

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🎯 Betting Analysis

Middlesbrough vs Watford

🔮 Main Prediction by Periods

⏰ First Half: Watford is stronger in the first half (11 vs 6).
🔄 Second Half: Middlesbrough is stronger in the second half (12 vs 7).

💡 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
0.3
Pressure
0.06

✈️ Watford

Early Strength
Strong
Matches Analyzed
20
Momentum
0.25
Pressure
0.11

⏰ 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
2
Avg. Goals per Match
0.1
⏰ First Half (0-45 min)
First Half Goals
6
Avg. Goals per Match
0.3
🔄 Second Half (46-90 min)
Second Half Goals
12
Avg. Goals per Match
0.6
⚡ Final Stage (76-90 min)
Late Goals
6
Avg. Goals per Match
0.3

✈️ Watford - Periods

🚀 Fast Start (0-15 min)
Goals in First 15 min
4
Avg. Goals per Match
0.2
⏰ First Half (0-45 min)
First Half Goals
11
Avg. Goals per Match
0.55
🔄 Second Half (46-90 min)
Second Half Goals
7
Avg. Goals per Match
0.35
⚡ Final Stage (76-90 min)
Late Goals
6
Avg. Goals per Match
0.3

🏆 Detailed Team Analysis

🏠 Middlesbrough - Details

📈 Momentum Analysis
Positive Sequences
6
Comeback Goals
10
Negative Sequences
4
Killer Goals
4
⚡ Pressure Analysis
Early Pressure
2
Late Pressure
6
Pressure Goals
0
⏰ Timing Patterns
Fast Starts
2
Half-time Spurts
4
Second Half Starts
6
Late Surges
6
🛡️ Defensive Analysis
Early Conceded
5
Late Conceded
3

✈️ Watford - Details

📈 Momentum Analysis
Positive Sequences
2
Comeback Goals
9
Negative Sequences
1
Killer Goals
5
⚡ Pressure Analysis
Early Pressure
4
Late Pressure
6
Pressure Goals
0
⏰ Timing Patterns
Fast Starts
4
Half-time Spurts
7
Second Half Starts
1
Late Surges
6
🛡️ Defensive Analysis
Early Conceded
2
Late Conceded
5

💡 Betting Recommendations by Periods

  • ⏰ Away First Half: Watford is stronger in the first half (11 vs 6)
  • First Half Result: Consider Watford to win the first half
  • 🔄 Second Half Dominance: Middlesbrough shows superior performance after the break (12 vs 7 goals)
  • Second Half Winner: High probability of Middlesbrough winning the second half
  • 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)
Home +0.048
Pressure (Advantage)
Away +0.048
Timing (Advantage)
Away +0 (minimal)
Defense (Advantage)
Away +0.03 (away team better)

📝 Detailed Summary

🏠 Home Team Analysis (Middlesbrough):

Momentum: Very strong - team excellently maintains success and often scores in response. Pressure: Low - team rarely creates dangerous moments. Defense: Vulnerable at the start of the match.

✈️ Away Team Analysis (Watford):

Momentum: Very strong - team excellently maintains success and often scores in response. Pressure: Moderate - team periodically creates danger. 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
Watford

Middlesbrough vs Watford Head-to-head statistics for Sat 25 Apr, 2026 @ 9:00 Championship

Championship 2025-2026 – Group #1

#
Club
M
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pt
1
Coventry
l d w w w
>
34
20
8
6
70
37
33
68
2
Middlesbrough
w w l d d
>
34
18
9
7
51
34
17
63
3
Millwall
d w w l w
>
34
17
8
9
45
40
5
59

6
Wrexham
w l d w w
>
34
14
12
8
53
45
8
54
7
Watford
l d w l w
>
35
13
12
10
45
41
4
51
8
Southampton
w w w d w
>
34
13
11
10
54
45
9
50
Middlesbrough
VS
Watford
Last 7 Head-to-Head Matches
3 Wins
0 Draws
4 Wins
Attack
Goals Scored
1.4 (10)
1.6 (11)
xG
1.20
1.20
Shots
12.4 (87)
12.4 (87)
Shots on Target
4.4 (31)
4.3 (30)
Corners
5.9 (41)
4.6 (32)
Defense
Conceded
1.6 (11)
1.4 (10)
xGa
1.20
1.20
Clean Sheets
1 (14%)
2 (29%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
1.4 (10)
2 (14)
Fouls
10.3 (72)
12 (84)
Offsides
1.9 (13)
1.6 (11)
1 Nov
- 15:00
Watford
Middlesbrough
0.86
xG
0.96
3
0
Prob 66%
Asian Handicap A+0.5
Odd 1.55
15 Feb
- 15:00
Middlesbrough
Watford
0.91
xG
1.57
0
1
5 Oct
- 14:00
Watford
Middlesbrough
1.10
xG
1.86
2
1
4 May
- 11:30
Middlesbrough
Watford
3
1
30 Sep
- 14:00
Watford
Middlesbrough
2
3
28 Jan
- 15:00
Middlesbrough
Watford
2
0
30 Aug
- 19:00
Watford
Middlesbrough
2
1
Last 6 Matches
Middlesbrough
VS
Watford
3/6 (50%) Victories 2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%) Draws 2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%) Defeats 2/6 (33%)
1.83 PPG 1.33
1.50 Avg Goals Scored 1.00
0.83 Avg Goals Conceded 1.00
50% BTTS % 33%
17% Over 2.5 Goals Scored % 0%
1.50 Avg xG 1.05
Middlesbrough
W W L D D
Championship 2025-2026 - Regular Season
24 Feb 2026 - 19:45
Middlesbrough
1 1
Leicester
Championship 2025-2026 - Regular Season
21 Feb 2026 - 15:00
Middlesbrough
0 0
Oxford United
Championship 2025-2026 - Regular Season
16 Feb 2026 - 20:00
Coventry
3 1
Middlesbrough
Championship 2025-2026 - Regular Season
9 Feb 2026 - 20:01
Sheffield Utd
1 2
Middlesbrough
Championship 2025-2026 - Regular Season
31 Jan 2026 - 15:00
Middlesbrough
1 0
Norwich
Championship 2025-2026 - Regular Season
24 Jan 2026 - 12:30
Middlesbrough
4 0
Preston
Watford
L D W L W
Championship 2025-2026 - Regular Season
27 Feb 2026 - 20:00
Bristol City
1 2
Watford
Championship 2025-2026 - Regular Season
24 Feb 2026 - 19:45
Watford
0 2
Ipswich
Championship 2025-2026 - Regular Season
21 Feb 2026 - 15:00
Watford
2 0
Derby
Championship 2025-2026 - Regular Season
14 Feb 2026 - 15:00
Preston
2 2
Watford
Championship 2025-2026 - Regular Season
7 Feb 2026 - 12:31
Southampton
1 0
Watford
Championship 2025-2026 - Regular Season
3 Feb 2026 - 19:45
Hull City
0 0
Watford

Middlesbrough vs Watford: Pre-match Stats Comparison

This section provides average statistics and percentages on the main markets for the last 10 matches of both teams ℹ️

Home/Away: Shows home matches for Middlesbrough and away matches for Watford

Number of goals
Middlesbrough
Under
Over
Watford
Under
Over
0.5
10% 1
90% 9
50% 5
50% 5
1.5
50% 5
50% 5
70% 7
30% 3
2.5
70% 7
30% 3
100% 10
0% 0
3.5
80% 8
20% 2
100% 10
0% 0
4.5
100% 10
0% 0
100% 10
0% 0
Both teams to score
Middlesbrough
Watford
Yes
60% 6
40% 4
No
40% 4
60% 6
1X2
Middlesbrough
Watford
1
60% 6
20% 2
X
20% 2
40% 4
2
20% 2
40% 4
Double Chance
Middlesbrough
Watford
12
80% 8
60% 6
1X
80% 8
60% 6
X2
40% 4
80% 8
Total Goals
Middlesbrough
Watford
0-1
20% 2
20% 2
2-3
30% 3
70% 7
4+
50% 5
10% 1
Total Corners
Middlesbrough
Under
Over
Watford
Under
Over
7.5
50% 5
50% 5
80% 8
20% 2
8.5
90% 9
10% 1
90% 9
10% 1
9.5
90% 9
10% 1
100% 10
0% 0
10.5
90% 9
10% 1
100% 10
0% 0
Clean Sheet
Middlesbrough
Watford
Yes
40% 4
20% 2
No
60% 6
80% 8
1X2 HT - FT
Middlesbrough
Watford
HT 1 - FT 1
40% 4
10% 1
HT 1 - FT 2
10% 1
0% 0
HT 1 - FT X
0% 0
0% 0
HT 2 - FT 1
10% 1
0% 0
HT 2 - FT 2
10% 1
10% 1
HT 2 - FT X
0% 0
10% 1
HT X - FT 1
10% 1
10% 1
HT X - FT 2
0% 0
30% 3
HT X - FT X
20% 2
30% 3
xG(xGa)
Middlesbrough
Watford
xG
1.48
0.93
xGa
1.02
1
Number of goals
Middlesbrough
Under
Over
Watford
Under
Over
0.5
40% 4
60% 6
70% 7
30% 3
1.5
80% 8
20% 2
100% 10
0% 0
2.5
90% 9
10% 1
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
Middlesbrough
Watford
Yes
10% 1
20% 2
No
90% 9
80% 8
1X2
Middlesbrough
Watford
1
50% 5
10% 1
X
30% 3
70% 7
2
20% 2
20% 2
Double Chance
Middlesbrough
Watford
12
70% 7
30% 3
1X
80% 8
80% 8
X2
50% 5
90% 9
Total Goals
Middlesbrough
Watford
0-1
70% 7
80% 8
2-3
30% 3
20% 2
4+
0% 0
0% 0
Clean Sheet
Middlesbrough
Watford
Yes
70% 7
60% 6
No
30% 3
40% 4
Number of goals
Middlesbrough
Under
Over
Watford
Under
Over
0.5
50% 5
50% 5
60% 6
40% 4
1.5
70% 7
30% 3
90% 9
10% 1
2.5
90% 9
10% 1
100% 10
0% 0
3.5
90% 9
10% 1
100% 10
0% 0
4.5
100% 10
0% 0
100% 10
0% 0
Both teams to score
Middlesbrough
Watford
Yes
20% 2
20% 2
No
80% 8
80% 8
1X2
Middlesbrough
Watford
1
30% 3
30% 3
X
40% 4
30% 3
2
30% 3
40% 4
Double Chance
Middlesbrough
Watford
12
60% 6
70% 7
1X
70% 7
60% 6
X2
70% 7
70% 7
Total Goals
Middlesbrough
Watford
0-1
50% 5
60% 6
2-3
30% 3
40% 4
4+
20% 2
0% 0
Clean Sheet
Middlesbrough
Watford
Yes
60% 6
40% 4
No
40% 4
60% 6
1.61 xG 0.68
60% Ball Possession 40%
15 Total Shots 10
5 Shots on Goal 3
10 Shots Off Goal 7
7 Corners 5
1 Yellow Cards 2
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