Middlesbrough vs Cardiff Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 04 Jan 2025

Can Bluebirds Make it a Close Game?

Cardiff +1 can run Middlesbrough close and we’ll collect a return at Asian Handicap odds of -111 if the away team can win or draw the game. There’s the insurance of stake returned if a one-goal defeat is suffered.

2-0 Win for Boro in Last Head-to-Head

Middlesbrough won their last game 1-0. This was a road win against Hull City at The MKM Stadium. The Teeside club managed six shots on target and enjoyed 70% possession, with Alex Gilbert scoring a late winner.

Cardiff City drew their previous game which was at home. The action at Cardiff City Stadium ended 1-1 against Coventry City. The Bluebirds were restricted to just 28% possession and had two shots on goal, with Alex Robertson finding the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Middlesbrough have four straight wins against Cardiff. Their last encounter saw Middlesbrough enjoy a 2-0 away victory at Cardiff City Stadium. The previous 10 H2H meetings have involved six Middlesbrough wins, two Cardiff victories and two draws.

4 wins, 2 losses and 4 draws, averaging 1.9 goals from 5.2 shots on goal and 9.7 attempts. Middlesbrough have had 54.3% possession and 4.6 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.4 goals from 3.6 shots on goal and 8.2 attempts, while their opponents have been awarded 5.6 corners.

Finn Azaz and Emmanuel Latte Lath lead the way with 5 goals, while Tommy Conway has 3. Leading assistor is Finn Azaz with 4.

Cardiff have won 1, lost 5 and drawn 4, averaging 10.0 attempts, 4.0 shots on goal and 1.1 goals. The South Wales side average 45.4% possession, 5.1 corners awarded and 4.4 corners against them, while 1.9 goals have been conceded from 4.7 shots on goal and 9.1 attempts.

Callum Robinson got 3 goals, Alex Robertson notched 2, while Cian Ashford and two other players scored 1. Cian Ashford has managed to clock up 2 assists in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Middlesbrough confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Thomas Glover (GK), Anfernee Dijksteel, Dael Fry, Rav van den Berg, Neto Borges, Daniel Barlaser, Hayden Hackney, Ben Doak, Finn Azaz, Delano Burgzorg, Emmanuel Latte Lath.

Cardiff confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Jak Alnwick (GK), Andy Rinomhota, Dimitrios Goutas, Jesper Daland, Callum O'Dowda, Manolis Siopis, Calum Chambers, Cian Ashford, Alex Robertson, Ollie Tanner, Rubin Colwill.

Middlesbrough vs Cardiff Prediction & Betting Tips

We’re siding with Cardiff on the Asian Handicap +1 and expect them to win or draw this Championship clash. We think there’s a tremendous amount of value when it comes to odds of -111.

In order to come up with the best football predictions, we like to know the team news and study the latest form. There are also plenty of numbers to crunch from the available stats.

Key Middlesbrough vs Cardiff league stats:

• The +1 line has been covered by Cardiff in 4 of their last 5 games on the road.
• The +1 line has been covered by Cardiff in 6 of their last 10 games on the road.
• The +1 line has been covered by Cardiff in 2 consecutive games.
• The -1 line hasn’t been covered by Middlesbrough in 3 of their last 5 games.
• The -1 line hasn’t been covered by Middlesbrough in 6 of their last 10 games.
• The -1 line hasn’t been covered by Middlesbrough in 2 consecutive games at home.

Cardiff +1 Probability

The betting sites are estimating that there is a 52.6% likelihood of this pick landing a return. However, our experts think that the probability is close to 60% taking all factors into consideration. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.

There are larger odds available for bettors who want to move the line. If you have a strong view on a team performing well, then you can get more juice from your bet.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Middlesbrough 2 - 2 Cardiff

We’re taking a correct score bet which involves a 2-2 scoreline. The odds of +1400 make plenty of appeal and you should hopefully get some entertainment with this wager.

Corners Prediction

Under 10.5 Corners -125

We’ve not seen the 10.5 Total Corners line covered in five consecutive Middlesbrough games. We advise betting on the -125 that the sides won’t cover the line, with this Total Corners bet hopefully providing a return.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Middlesbrough

Total

10.20 4.60 5.60

Home

8.90 4.60 4.30

Away

10.60 5.00 5.60

Cardiff

Total

9.50 5.10 4.40

Home

11.40 7.20 4.20

Away

9.10 3.30 5.80

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 10.5

-100

Under 10.5

-138

Middlesbrough Corners

Over 5.5

-150

Under 5.5

+110

Cardiff Corners

Over 3.5

-150

Under 3.5

+110

Most Corners

1

-244

X

+600

2

+220

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Middlesbrough vs Cardiff Odds

For this Championship match, the leading bookies’ betting odds mean Middlesbrough are the -182 favourite to win and that means a 65% chance of winning. Cardiff City are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +450.

A high-scoring match is a possibility and that is reflected in the Over 2.5 Goals odds.

You can find hundreds of markets for every Championship match, with the leading football betting sites creating lots of different options. Check out the pre-game and In-Play selections before placing your bets.

Full-Time Result

1

-182

X

+320

2

+450

Half-Time Result

1

+110

X

+130

2

+450

Double Chance

1X

-699

12

-450

X2

+137.5

Draw No Bet

1

-450

2

+300

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -1

-102

2 Hcp +1

-109

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-100

Over 2.5

-125

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-120

No

-120

Middlesbrough vs Cardiff Lineups & Team News

Our Middlesbrough vs Cardiff team news will highlight the injuries for both squads, with the lineups giving you a helping hand with your bets.

If you’re looking for the latest player information, check out the Championship squads.

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