Middlesbrough vs Blackburn prediction, H2H & Probable Line-ups - November 27, 2024
Wednesday’s Championship action at Riverside Stadium features an enticing clash between Middlesbrough and Blackburn Rovers. With both sides eyeing promotion, this fixture promises high stakes and potential value for bettors.
Match Preview
Middlesbrough endured a shaky start to the season but have found their rhythm in recent weeks. After 16 rounds, they sit fifth in the table with 27 points, just five off the summit. The Teessiders are in formidable form, securing three consecutive league wins, including a dominant 6-2 triumph over Oxford United in their last outing. On home turf, they have been impressive, claiming five wins from eight matches with only two losses.
Blackburn, meanwhile, find themselves in ninth place after 15 games, trailing the playoff spots by four points. Their form has been inconsistent, recently enduring a three-match losing streak that dented their position. However, they bounced back with a morale-boosting 3-1 away win against Cardiff City—their first away victory of the campaign. Nevertheless, they have suffered three defeats in their seven away matches this season.
Probable Line-ups
- Middlesbrough: Brynn, Ayling, Edmundson, Clarke, Borges, Howson, Barlaser, Doak, Azaz, Burgzorg, Latte Lath
- Blackburn: Pears, Hyam, Pickering, Batth, Carter, Travis, Tronstad, Weimann, Dolan, Hedges, Ohashi
Match Facts and Head-to-Head
- Both teams scored in three of the last five meetings.
- Over 2.5 goals were scored in three of the last five matches involving these sides.
- Blackburn have beaten Middlesbrough in three of their last five encounters, losing just once.
Prediction
Middlesbrough is a much stronger opponent than Oxford United, whom Blackburn defeated recently. The odds reflect this, with bookmakers favoring the hosts at 1.55. Given Middlesbrough’s current form and Blackburn’s away struggles, the smart bet here is Middlesbrough to win with a -1.0 handicap, offering solid value at 1.87.
