Crystal Palace vs Middlesbrough Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 08 Sep 2026
Crystal Palace vs Middlesbrough Predictions
Crystal Palace should be able to deliver a return when they go up against Middlesbrough, with odds of -147 looking really appealing. We think that the Full-Time Result market is the way to play this wager.
Explore our full Crystal Palace vs Middlesbrough betting preview, which features the complete write-up for our main match prediction, alongside our correct score prediction, player prop picks, corners prediction and bet builder tips.
Crystal Palace vs Middlesbrough Preview
Premier League team Crystal Palace host Championship outfit Middlesbrough in the EFL Cup third round at Selhurst Park, with kick-off set for 14:45 on Tuesday 8 September.
Crystal Palace have recorded one win and two defeats from their opening three Premier League matches. Their first victory of the season came last time out, when they edged Fulham 3-2 at Craven Cottage. Pierre Sage's men had just 36% possession and recorded five shots on target, with Tyrick Mitchell registering two goals and Ben Chilwell scoring one.
Middlesbrough have collected ten points from their first five Championship matches, securing a 1-0 away win over Queens Park Rangers at Loftus Road in their last outing. The Teesside club enjoyed 57% possession and recorded six shots on goal, with Will Lankshear finding the net in the 20th minute.
In their last EFL Cup game, Middlesbrough were 3-1 winners away to League One side Doncaster Rovers.
| Premier League | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 |  Crystal Palace |
7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 17 | -8 | 9:17 | 7 |
| Championship | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 |  Middlesbrough |
11 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 22 | 16 | 6 | 22:16 | 22 |
1 win, 6 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.0 goals from 3.7 shots on goal and 11.0 attempts. Palace have had 44.1% possession, 385.0 passes and 3.3 corners per game. On average, the Eagles have conceded 2.3 goals from 5.2 shots on goal and 15.2 attempts, while their opponents have been awarded 6.7 corners.
The three top scorers are Tyrick Mitchell, Jean-Philippe Mateta and Ismaila Sarr, with these players all scoring 2 goals. Daichi Kamada, Edward Nketiah and Yeremy Pino have the most assists with 1, while goalie Dean Henderson has recorded one clean sheet.
Middlesbrough have 6 victories, 2 defeats and 2 draws, with an average of 1.9 goals from 15.4 attempts and 4.9 shots on goal. The Boro average 60.1% possession, 5.2 corners in their favour and 4.3 corners against, while conceding 1.0 goals from 11.2 attempts and 3.8 shots on goal.
Will Lankshear is the leading scorer with 7 goals, followed by Tommy Conway on 3, with Jeremy Sarmiento and two others bagging 2. Sebastian Berhalter and Morgan Whittaker have been top assists providers with 2, while Solomon Brynn has kept one clean sheet in the previous 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
Crystal Palace confirmed lineup (3-2-4-1): Walter Benitez (GK), Takehiro Tomiyasu, Axel Disasi, Honest Ahanor, Oscar Mingueza, Ben Chilwell, Dario Osorio, Quinten Timber, Will Hughes, Yeremy Pino, Joergen Strand Larsen.
Middlesbrough confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Solomon Brynn (GK), Callum Brittain, Luke Ayling, Alfie Jones, Sam Byram, Adilson Malanda, Aidan Morris, Amario Cozier-Duberry, Myles Peart-Harris, Tommy Conway, David Strelec.
Main Match Prediction
We believe that Crystal Palace are excellent value at -147 when it comes to this EFL Cup encounter. The odds look really attractive and we’re confident of landing a return here.
According to the top betting sites, our pick has a 59.5% chance of landing a return. However, we think that the probability sits between 65-70% taking all factors into consideration. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.
There are lots of ways to get with Palace beyond the match winner market. This includes backing them to be leading at half-time and full-time and on the Asian Handicap.
Before placing your bets, take advantage of our guide packed with up-to-date free bets and the latest bonus offers.
Correct Score Prediction
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0
Middlesbrough
Let’s go for Crystal Palace to win 2-0, a bet which is available at +650. Correct score betting provides plenty of excitement and a potentially bigger return if you win.
Player Prop Picks
Jørgen Strand Larsen (Palace) is available to cover the shots on goal total at +160. It’s really hard to rule him out at an attractive price for the Shots on Target betting market.
Yeremy Pino (Palace) is available at +220 to be on the scoresheet. There are attractive odds available for this Anytime Goalscorer wager and we think this is a value proposition for him to find the net.
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Corners Prediction
Middlesbrough have been awarded an average of 5.90 corners in the past 10 away games, while the corner count against Crystal Palace has been more than 3.5 in the last ten matches. Middlesbrough should be capable of covering the line when it comes to Team Corners and odds of -161 are on offer.
Crystal Palace
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Bet Builder Tips
If you’re up for a bet builder, then we’ve got Crystal Palace on the 1x2, No on the Both Teams to Score market together with Jørgen Strand Larsen (Palace) to manage over 1.5 shots on target.
It’s now the case that you can wager a bet builder on a specific football match. You’re able to scan through each market and pick out the selections that make the most appeal. The odds for each pick are multiplied together.
Crystal Palace vs Middlesbrough Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
With the bookmakers affording them a 57% chance of winning, Crystal Palace might be a popular accumulator selection. Their betting odds are -133 when it comes to this EFL Cup encounter. Middlesbrough are operating at larger odds than the opposition and the underdogs can be wagered at +310.
One Asian Handicap bet involves backing Palace -0.75 at -105. If they beat Middlesbrough by 2+ goals, you get a full payout. You also get a return on half your stake if they win by one and the other half is refunded.
If you’re anticipating a high-scoring contest, Over 2.5 Goals has the shortest odds. The Yes pick in the Both Teams to Score market is considered to be the most likely result and it’s trading at -179.
There are hundreds of markets from which to select your preferred bet when it comes to EFL Cup matches. The leading football betting sites push the boat out to provide lots of choice.
Eddie Nketiah is the First Goalscorer favourite at +410 and there’s an opportunity to back him to find the net anytime at +145.
Latest EFL Cup and domestic league stats. Full Time Result, Goals, Corners and Possession.
Crystal Palace Stats
Middlesbrough Stats
- 1 win, 6 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 4 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 2 defeats and 5 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 2.30 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.30 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.90 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.60 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.70 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.30 corners awarded and 6.70 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.70 corners awarded and 4.80 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 10.00 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.50 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 1 and least corners in 9 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 5.20 corners awarded and 4.30 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.90 corners awarded and 4.00 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 9.50 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.90 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 44.10% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 49.60% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 home matches
Crystal Palace vs Middlesbrough Lineups & Team News
Always review the Palace vs Middlesbrough team news before locking in your bets. Stay informed with our predicted and confirmed EFL Cup lineups and the latest injury reports.
Crystal Palace Confirmed Lineup 3-2-4-1
Middlesbrough Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Crystal Palace Confirmed Lineup 3-2-4-1
Middlesbrough Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Crystal Palace Substitutes
- 3Tyrick Mitchell
- 8Jefferson Lerma
- 11Dwight McNeil
- 12Zavier Gozo
- 18Daichi Kamada
- 20Adam Wharton
- 25Anan Khalaili
- 29Evann Guessand
- 31Remi Matthews
Middlesbrough Substitutes
- 1Radek Vitek
- 4Ashley Phillips
- 6Sebastian Berhalter
- 7Will Lankshear
- 8Connor Barron
- 17Max Arfsten
- 19Leo Castledine
- 21Rokas Pukstas
- 30Neto Borges
Previous Crystal Palace Lineups
Previous Middlesbrough Lineups
Crystal Palace Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Pierre Sage
Middlesbrough Player Stats & Squad
Premier League Table
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Man City | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 19:7 | 21 |
| 2 | Arsenal | 7 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 11:5 | 18 |
| 3 | Brighton | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 23:5 | 16 |
| 4 | Chelsea | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 17:13 | 13 |
| 5 | Liverpool | 7 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 9:8 | 12 |
| 6 | Brentford | 7 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 13:8 | 10 |
| 7 | Leeds | 7 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 9:6 | 10 |
| 8 | Everton | 7 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 8:7 | 10 |
| 9 | Hull | 7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 8:7 | 9 |
| 10 | Ipswich | 7 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 11:15 | 9 |
| 11 | Newcastle | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 10:14 | 8 |
| 12 | Aston Villa | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 7:11 | 8 |
| 13 | Man United | 7 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 10:10 | 7 |
| 14 | Crystal Palace | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 9:17 | 7 |
| 15 | Bournemouth | 7 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 9:13 | 6 |
| 16 | Tottenham | 7 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 6:10 | 6 |
| 17 | Coventry | 7 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 6:14 | 6 |
| 18 | Fulham | 7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 7:10 | 5 |
| 19 | Nott’m Forest | 7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5:9 | 5 |
| 20 | Sunderland | 7 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 6:14 | 4 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Man City | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 11:6 | 12 |
| 2 | Brighton | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 13:1 | 10 |
| 3 | Arsenal | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7:2 | 9 |
| 4 | Chelsea | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 11:6 | 7 |
| 5 | Brentford | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 8:3 | 7 |
| 6 | Everton | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5:4 | 7 |
| 7 | Leeds | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 6:3 | 6 |
| 8 | Ipswich | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4:4 | 6 |
| 9 | Hull | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4:2 | 5 |
| 10 | Bournemouth | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5:4 | 5 |
| 11 | Newcastle | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 6:6 | 5 |
| 12 | Man United | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6:4 | 4 |
| 13 | Fulham | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 6:7 | 4 |
| 14 | Tottenham | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5:6 | 4 |
| 15 | Crystal Palace | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6:8 | 3 |
| 16 | Coventry | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4:7 | 3 |
| 17 | Sunderland | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1:4 | 3 |
| 18 | Liverpool | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2:5 | 2 |
| 19 | Aston Villa | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3:5 | 1 |
| 20 | Nott’m Forest | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0:3 | 1 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Swansea | 11 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 16:8 | 23 |
| 2 | West Ham | 11 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 30:12 | 22 |
| 3 | Middlesbrough | 11 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 22:16 | 22 |
| 4 | Birmingham | 11 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 20:11 | 20 |
| 5 | West Brom | 11 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 15:12 | 20 |
| 6 | Stoke | 11 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 18:16 | 19 |
| 7 | Wolverhampton | 11 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 19:16 | 18 |
| 8 | Southampton | 11 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 21:10 | 17 |
| 9 | QPR | 11 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 15:12 | 17 |
| 10 | Blackburn | 11 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 17:16 | 15 |
| 11 | Sheffield Utd | 11 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 15:14 | 15 |
| 12 | Millwall | 11 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 18:18 | 15 |
| 13 | Portsmouth | 11 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 14:14 | 15 |
| 14 | Wrexham | 11 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 15:16 | 14 |
| 15 | Bolton | 11 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 15:18 | 14 |
| 16 | Bristol City | 11 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 12:15 | 14 |
| 17 | Charlton | 11 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 10:15 | 14 |
| 18 | Lincoln | 11 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 9:19 | 12 |
| 19 | Cardiff | 11 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 18:17 | 11 |
| 20 | Watford | 11 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 10:19 | 11 |
| 21 | Norwich | 11 | 3 | 0 | 8 | 17:21 | 9 |
| 22 | Burnley | 11 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 16:21 | 8 |
| 23 | Derby | 11 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 9:20 | 6 |
| 24 | Preston | 11 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 9:24 | 4 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southampton | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 16:4 | 16 |
| 2 | Middlesbrough | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 14:9 | 14 |
| 3 | Swansea | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 7:3 | 11 |
| 4 | West Brom | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 9:6 | 11 |
| 5 | West Ham | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 15:5 | 10 |
| 6 | Birmingham | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 14:7 | 10 |
| 7 | Watford | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 8:9 | 10 |
| 8 | Cardiff | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 12:6 | 9 |
| 9 | Stoke | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 10:6 | 9 |
| 10 | Blackburn | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 9:7 | 9 |
| 11 | Charlton | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 4:2 | 9 |
| 12 | Millwall | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 11:8 | 8 |
| 13 | QPR | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 8:5 | 8 |
| 14 | Wrexham | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 10:8 | 8 |
| 15 | Wolverhampton | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 9:7 | 8 |
| 16 | Sheffield Utd | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 7:6 | 7 |
| 17 | Portsmouth | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 8:9 | 7 |
| 18 | Norwich | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 10:10 | 6 |
| 19 | Bolton | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 6:7 | 6 |
| 20 | Bristol City | 6 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 3:6 | 6 |
| 21 | Burnley | 6 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 8:10 | 4 |
| 22 | Preston | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 4:9 | 3 |
| 23 | Derby | 6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 4:10 | 2 |
| 24 | Lincoln | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 3:12 | 2 |
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