Cardiff vs Middlesbrough Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 31 Aug 2024

Boro Look Great Value

Middlesbrough are capable of securing the spoils when it comes to Full-Time Result wagering and we’ll back them with optimism against Cardiff. The odds of -118 are really appealing when it comes to this pick.

Boro Won 4-1 in Teams’ Previous H2H

Cardiff City drew away from home in their last game. A 1-1 scoreline was played out against Swansea City at Swansea.com Stadium. The Bluebirds had 42% possession and three shots on target, with Callum Robinson scoring the goal.

Middlesbrough played Portsmouth at home in their previous game. It was a 2-2 draw at Riverside Stadium. Michael Carrick's team had eight shots on goal and boasted 67% possession, while Matthew Clarke and Tommy Conway were on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Middlesbrough had the edge in the most recent encounter between these teams. At Cardiff City Stadium, they recorded a 4-1 win over Cardiff. Middlesbrough have three consecutive victories against Cardiff. They’ve also claimed 5 wins in the past 10 H2H meetings.

Cardiff have 3 wins, 6 losses and 1 draw, averaging 1.1 goals from 4.3 shots on goal and 8.3 attempts. The South Wales side have averaged 49.4% possession and 4.4 corners per game, with the opposition getting 2.5 goals from 5.0 shots on goal, 9.2 attempts and 4.1 corners.

Top goalscorer Josh Bowler has found the net 2 times, with Callum Robinson, Nathaniel Phillips, Ollie Tanner and Famara Diedhiou scoring 1 each. Ollie Tanner and Rubin Colwill are the top assists makers with 2.

Middlesbrough have won 5, lost 2 and drawn 3, with an average of 10.7 attempts, 5.3 shots on goal and 2.0 goals. Boro average 53.8% possession, 6.6 corners awarded and 5.1 corners against them, while 1.2 goals have been conceded from 3.3 shots on goal and 7.7 attempts.

Emmanuel Latte Lath is the leading goalscorer with 9, Isaiah Jones has 3, with Matthew Clarke and Finn Azaz getting 2. Finn Azaz and Luke Ayling have clocked up 5 assists each in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Cardiff confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Ethan Horvath (GK), Perry Ng, Calum Chambers, Jesper Daland, Callum O'Dowda, Alex Robertson, Manolis Siopis, Yakou Meite, Aaron Ramsey, Chris Willock, Wilfried Kanga.

Middlesbrough confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Seny Dieng (GK), Anfernee Dijksteel, Luke Ayling, Matthew Clarke, Neto Borges, Aidan Morris, Hayden Hackney, Isaiah Jones, Tommy Conway, Delano Burgzorg, Finn Azaz.

Cardiff vs Middlesbrough Prediction & Betting Tips

Middlesbrough look like an excellent shout to claim a victory, especially as a price of -118 is available. You can confidently take this selection when they line up in this Championship match.

The team news that filters through can have a knock-on effect as far as the odds are concerned. We use this information along with the form guide, while the latest stats are also taken into consideration.

Key Cardiff vs Middlesbrough league stats:

• Middlesbrough have won 3 of their last 5 games.
• Cardiff have lost 4 of their last 5 games at home.
• Cardiff have lost 6 of their last 10 games.
• Cardiff have lost their last 2 games at home.
• Cardiff have lost their last 3 games against Middlesbrough.

Boro to Win Probability

The betting sites are estimating that there is a 54.1% likelihood of this pick landing a return. However, our tipsters research has found that the actual probability is closer to 60%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this wager.

If you think the price for Middlesbrough to win is too short, then consider boosting your odds by pairing this selection with both teams to score on the Result & BTTS market.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Cardiff 1 - 2 Middlesbrough

A 2-1 win in favor of Middlesbrough is available at odds of +750. Take a chance on the correct score and get rewarded for predicting the right scoreline.

Cardiff vs Middlesbrough Odds

For this Championship match, the leading bookies’ betting odds mean Middlesbrough are the -110 favourite to win and that means a 52% chance of winning. At +270, Cardiff City are regarded as having a lower probability of winning this match.

The Under 2.5 / Over 2.5 Goals betting market has the two outcomes at a similar price.

The football betting sites offer a Draw No Bet market for all Championship matches and you can back Cardiff City at +162.5 and Middlesbrough at -225.

Full-Time Result

1

+270

X

+270

2

-110

Half-Time Result

1

+333.3

X

+120

2

+160

Double Chance

1X

-120

12

-350

X2

-350

Draw No Bet

1

+162.5

2

-225

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.5

-111

2 Hcp -0.5

-100

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-118

Over 2.5

-105

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-125

No

-110

Cardiff vs Middlesbrough Lineups & Team News

If you’re looking for Cardiff vs Middlesbrough team news, then we have predicted and confirmed lineups available along with details of any injuries on both sides.

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