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Match Information

Date 29/12/2025
Time 19:45:00
Tournament Championship
Middlesbrough Middlesbrough
Hull City Hull City

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HOME 61.3 Confidence Level (%)
DRAW 27.6 Confidence Level (%)
AWAY 21.6 Confidence Level (%)
Predicted Score 2-1
Half-Time Score 1-0

The Most Dangerous Players - Middlesbrough

The Most Dangerous Players - Hull City

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Published at 25/12/2025

MATCH OVERVIEW

Middlesbrough and Hull City are gearing up for a pivotal Championship clash at the Riverside Stadium. This match is crucial for both teams as they aim to solidify their positions in the league table. Middlesbrough, known for their strong home performances, will look to capitalize on their home advantage, while Hull City will aim to leverage their attacking capabilities to secure a vital away win.

ODDS ANALYSIS

The average odds for this match suggest a favorable outcome for Middlesbrough, with odds of 1.63 for a home win, indicating a 61.35% probability. The draw is priced at 3.62, translating to a 27.62% chance, while Hull City's odds of 4.62 suggest a 21.65% probability of an away victory. Based on these odds, Middlesbrough is the clear favorite, but Hull City's potential for an upset cannot be overlooked.

TEAM ANALYSIS

Middlesbrough

  • Current Form: Middlesbrough has shown consistency with an average of 1.5 goals per match and a possession rate of 55.68%.
  • Strengths: Strong offensive play with an average of 13.09 shots per game and a high successful dribble rate of 16.82.
  • Weaknesses: Vulnerable to counter-attacks, as indicated by their 1.09 goals conceded per match.

Hull City

  • Current Form: Hull City boasts a higher goal average of 1.68 per match, with a notable 68.18% of their games seeing over 2.5 goals.
  • Strengths: Effective in duels, winning 99 out of 210.09 on average, and a solid offensive rating of 602.1.
  • Weaknesses: Defensive frailties with an expected goals against of 1.79.

Head-to-Head

Historically, Middlesbrough has had the upper hand in recent encounters, but Hull City's current form suggests they could challenge this trend.

KEY PLAYERS SPOTLIGHT

  • Middlesbrough: Morgan Whittaker, with 8 goals this season, is a key offensive threat. Hayden Hackney's midfield presence, contributing 3 goals, is also crucial.
  • Hull City: Joe Gelhardt, leading with 10 goals, and Oli McBurnie, with 9 goals, form a formidable attacking duo.

STATISTICAL DEEP DIVE

  • Offensive Metrics: Middlesbrough averages 1.5 goals per game, while Hull City edges slightly higher at 1.68.
  • Defensive Metrics: Middlesbrough's defense is slightly more robust, conceding 1.09 goals per game compared to Hull City's 1.59.
  • Possession and Passing: Middlesbrough's superior possession (55.68%) and passing accuracy could be decisive against Hull City's 47.5% possession.

PREDICTION AND CONCLUSION

Middlesbrough's home advantage and solid defensive record make them favorites for this encounter. However, Hull City's attacking prowess, led by Gelhardt and McBurnie, could pose significant challenges. Expect a closely contested match with potential for goals on both sides.

Final Score Prediction: Middlesbrough 2-1 Hull City Half Time Score Prediction: Middlesbrough 1-0 Hull City Both Teams to Score Probability: 65% Over 2.5 Goals Probability: 70%

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