Match Analysis: Blackburn Rovers vs Middlesbrough – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-04-04
- Time: 7:00 PM UTC
- Location: Ewood Park
Game Overview
Both teams are in crucial positions in the Championship, with Blackburn seeking to revive their playoff push and Middlesbrough fighting to secure a playoff spot. Blackburn is winless in six games, including four consecutive losses, while Middlesbrough has won three of their last five games.
Key Factors to Consider
- Blackburn Rovers have struggled recently with four consecutive defeats, while Middlesbrough has shown resilience with three wins among their last five matches.
- Historically, Blackburn has a favorable record against Middlesbrough, winning nine of their last 22 encounters, with Middlesbrough winning only four.
- Both teams have significant injuries: Blackburn's A. Weimann, A. Kargbo, O. Beck, H. Leonard, H. Pickering, S. Wharton are unavailable, and Middlesbrough lacks A. Bangura, B. Doak, D. Fry, D. Lenihan, G. Edmundson, L. Ayling, S. Dieng.
- The match will be played at Ewood Park, which traditionally supports Blackburn, but Middlesbrough's recent form might neutralize this advantage.
- Both teams have high motivation; Blackburn needs a win to stay in playoff contention, and Middlesbrough aims to solidify their playoff position.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Blackburn Rovers: 175, Middlesbrough: 150, Draw: 220 | Draw | ★★☆☆☆ 35% |
Spread | Blackburn Rovers: 0 105, Middlesbrough: 0 -125 | Middlesbrough | ★★★☆☆ 55% |
Over_under | Over: 2.5 -102, Under: 2.5 -118 | Under | ★★★☆☆ 60% |
Predicted Outcome
Middlesbrough is slightly favored given recent form and the playoff stakes, but it's a closely contested match.
Predicted Score: 1-1