West Brom vs Middlesbrough: Match Preview, Predictions & Tips - Friday, 16 January, 2026 14:00
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)
Probable Scores Heatmap
Probability Distribution by Total Goals
🎯 Asian Handicap Predictions
| West Brom | HDP | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
9.2% Very Low@ 10.00 | -2.5 | 2.9% @ 11.00Very Low |
16.4% Very Low@ 9.00 | -2 | 6.5% @ 11.00Very Low |
23.5% Low@ 5.00 | -1.5 | 10.1% @ 6.00Very Low |
35.3% Low@ 4.03 | -1 | 18.5% @ 5.21Very Low |
47.1% Medium@ 2.45 | -0.5 | 26.9% @ 2.86Low |
73.1% High@ 1.45 | +0.5 | 52.9% @ 1.60Medium |
81.5% Very High@ 1.17 | +1 | 64.7% @ 1.25High |
89.9% Very High@ 1.12 | +1.5 | 76.5% @ 1.17High |
93.5% Very High@ 1.01 | +2 | 83.6% @ 1.03Very High |
97.1% Very High@ 1.02 | +2.5 | 90.8% @ 1.02Very High |
⚽ Team Total Predictions
| West Brom | Outcome | Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
79.4% High@ 1.31 | Over 0.5 | 68.3% @ 1.36High |
20.6% Low@ 3.60 | Under 0.5 | 31.7% @ 3.30Low |
46.9% Medium@ 2.49 | Over 1.5 | 31.9% @ 2.81Low |
53.1% Medium@ 1.55 | Under 1.5 | 68.1% @ 1.45High |
21.2% Low@ 6.00 | Over 2.5 | 11.0% @ 7.00Very Low |
78.9% High@ 1.15 | Under 2.5 | 89.0% @ 1.11Very High |
7.6% Very Low@ 17.00 | Over 3.5 | 3.0% @ 21.00Very Low |
92.4% Very High@ 1.03 | Under 3.5 | 97.0% @ 1.03Very High |
Value Bets and Betting Odds Comparison for West Brom vs Middlesbrough Friday, Jan 16th, 2026 at 14:00 Football
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Trends for West Brom vs Middlesbrough Football 16 Jan, 2026 14:00
🤖 AI Pattern Insights
Our model identified 5 recurring performance patterns influencing this matchup:
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Defensive Fortress
West Brom have league's best defense — hard to break down
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xG Defensive Battle
Both teams rarely concede quality chances (xGA ≤1.0) — tactical stalemate with limited clear opportunities
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Unlock Premium InsightsComprehensive betting trends for West Brom vs Middlesbrough, grouped by market type. Including recent form and head-to-head history.
🏆 Match Winner — Middlesbrough @ 2.90 ✅ 
✅Middlesbrough
- Efficient ScoringH2H8/989%Middlesbrough efficiently convert chances (high accuracy) in 8 of their last 9 Championship matches
- Top Table FormLeague70%Middlesbrough are currently 2nd in the table (Top 3)
- UnbeatenRecent18/2282%Middlesbrough are unbeaten in 18 of their last 22 Championship matches
- Efficient ScoringRecent18/2282%Middlesbrough efficiently convert chances (high accuracy) in 18 of their last 22 Championship matches
🎯 Over/Under 2.5 Goals — Under 2.5 @ 1.87 ⚠️ 
West Brom(1 trends)
- Few GoalsH2H7/978%West Brom scored 0-1 goals in 7 of their last 9 Championship matches

Head-to-Head(1 trends)
- Under 2.5 GoalsH2H6/966.7%Under 2.5 goals in 6 of their last 9 H2H matches (66.7%%)
🛡️ Double Chance — Middlesbrough Win or Draw @ 1.57 ✅ 
✅Middlesbrough
- Top Table FormLeague70%Middlesbrough are currently 2nd in the table (Top 3)
- UnbeatenRecent18/2282%Middlesbrough are unbeaten in 18 of their last 22 Championship matches
🟨 Cards Over/Under — Under 3.5 Cards @ 2.05 ⚠️ 
West Brom(1 trends) — avg 1.6 (-18% below league)
- Low Card MatchesLeague22/2284.5%West Brom average 1.6 cards/match in all matches (-13% below league avg 1.8) — rank #5 lowest in league
Middlesbrough(1 trends) — avg 1.5 (-23% below league)
- Low Card MatchesLeague22/2284.5%Middlesbrough average 1.6 cards/match in all matches (-13% below league avg 1.8)

Head-to-Head(1 trends)
- Low Card MatchesH2H%Average 3.5 cards per match in their last 8 H2H matches
🚩 Corners Over/Under — Over 9.5 Corners @ 1.68 ✅ 
West Brom(1 trends) — avg 6.2 (+24% above league)
- Many CornersLeague10/1085%West Brom average 6.2 corners/match at home (+24% above league avg 5.0)
Middlesbrough(2 trends) — avg 6.1 (+22% above league)
- Few CornersH2H7/978%Middlesbrough win 4 or fewer corners in 7 of their last 9 Championship matches
- Many CornersLeague12/1285%Middlesbrough average 6.1 corners/match in away matches (+22% above league avg 5.0)
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West Brom vs Middlesbrough
🔮 Main Prediction by Periods
💡 Recommendation: The main advantage is on the away team's side. Consider bets on match outcome and corresponding halves.
⚔️ Team Comparison
🏠 West Brom
✈️ Middlesbrough
⏰ 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.
🏠 West Brom - Periods
🚀 Fast Start (0-15 min)
⏰ First Half (0-45 min)
🔄 Second Half (46-90 min)
⚡ Final Stage (76-90 min)
✈️ Middlesbrough - Periods
🚀 Fast Start (0-15 min)
⏰ First Half (0-45 min)
🔄 Second Half (46-90 min)
⚡ Final Stage (76-90 min)
🏆 Detailed Team Analysis
🏠 West Brom - Details
📈 Momentum Analysis
⚡ Pressure Analysis
⏰ Timing Patterns
🛡️ Defensive Analysis
✈️ Middlesbrough - Details
📈 Momentum Analysis
⚡ Pressure Analysis
⏰ Timing Patterns
🛡️ Defensive Analysis
💡 Betting Recommendations by Periods
- 🔄 Second Half Dominance: West Brom shows superior performance after the break (15 vs 9 goals)
- Second Half Winner: High probability of West Brom winning the second half
- Overall Result: Middlesbrough has an advantage in the match
- Away 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.
📝 Detailed Summary
🏠 Home Team Analysis (West Brom):
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 (Middlesbrough):
Momentum: Strong - team reacts well to changes in the match. Pressure: Low - team rarely creates dangerous moments. Defense: Vulnerable at the start of the match.
🎯 Final Betting Recommendations:
Home team has a significant advantage in the second half and final stage. We recommend bets on second half result, late goals, and home team victory.
West Brom vs Middlesbrough Head-to-head statistics for Fri 16 Jan, 2026 @ 14:00 Championship
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West Brom vs Middlesbrough: 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 West Brom and away matches for Middlesbrough

