Middlesbrough vs Sunderland Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 03 Feb 2025

We’re not expecting the net to bulge too many times, with Under 2.5 Goals anticipated when Middlesbrough and Sunderland clash. The Total Goals market selection gives us generous betting odds of -110.

Middlesbrough were beaten last game and this was on their travels at Deepdale. Preston North End claimed a 2-1 win. The Boro had most of the ball recording 58% possession and six shots on target, with Delano Burgzorg registering the goal.

Sunderland drew their previous game which was at home. The action at Stadium of Light ended 2-2 against Plymouth Argyle. Regis Le Bris' team enjoyed 61% possession and recorded five shots on goal, with Wilson Isidor and Trai Hume both on target.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Sunderland had the edge in the most recent encounter between these teams. At Stadium of Light, they recorded a 1-0 home win over Middlesbrough. The past 5 H2H meetings have involved two wins apiece along with a draw.

Championship		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
2	Middlesbrough	29	16	7	6	46	29	17	46:29	55

3 wins, 3 losses and 4 draws, averaging 1.4 goals from 4.0 shots on goal and 9.4 attempts. Middlesbrough have had 56.0% possession and 3.9 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.4 goals from 3.2 shots on goal and 8.7 attempts, while being awarded 5.1 corners.

Top goalscorer Emmanuel Latte Lath has found the net 4 times, with Hayden Hackney, Ben Doak and Finn Azaz scoring 2 each. The top assist makers are Ben Doak, Neto Borges and Delano Burgzorg, all of whom have 2 on the board.

Sunderland have won 5, lost 1 and drawn 4, with an average of 5.0 shots on goal, 10.7 attempts and 1.4 goals. The Wearside club average 50.3% possession, 5.8 corners awarded and 4.5 corners against, while 1.0 goals have been conceded from 6.6 attempts and 3.0 shots on goal.

Wilson Isidor has top scored with 4, while Eliezer Mayenda, Daniel Ballard and Jobe Bellingham are next on 2. Eliezer Mayenda has managed to clock up 3 assists in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Middlesbrough confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Mark Travers (GK), Luke Ayling, George Edmundson, Rav van den Berg, Ryan Giles, Aidan Morris, Hayden Hackney, Morgan Whittaker, Finn Azaz, Delano Burgzorg, Marcus Forss.

Sunderland confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Anthony Patterson (GK), Trai Hume, Chris Mepham, Luke O'Nien, Dennis Cirkin, Chris Rigg, Daniel Neil, Jobe Bellingham, Patrick Roberts, Wilson Isidor, Enzo Le Fee.

Middlesbrough vs Sunderland Prediction & Betting Tips

The best plan of attack could be backing Under 2.5 Goals for this Championship encounter. We can land odds of -110 when it comes to this wager and that looks to be a very fair price.

The football betting tips are created after keeping tabs on the latest team news along with the form guide. We also delve into the latest stats which can provide a barometer for how the action might play out.

Key Middlesbrough vs Sunderland league stats:

• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 Middlesbrough games at home.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 13 of the last 20 Middlesbrough games at home.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 3 Middlesbrough games at home.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 7 of the last 10 Sunderland games on the road.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 13 of the last 20 Sunderland games on the road.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 3 Sunderland games on the road.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 2 games between these teams.

When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 52.4% chance of winning. However, our experts have this number between 55-60% based on their in-depth research. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Middlesbrough 1 - 0 Sunderland

Let’s go for Middlesbrough to win 1-0, a bet which is available at +700. Correct score betting provides plenty of excitement and a potentially bigger return if you win.

Middlesbrough vs Sunderland Odds

With a 40% chance of winning, Middlesbrough are favourites to win this Championship match and they’re available at betting odds of +148 with the bookies. If you want to back the outsider for this match, Sunderland are available at +180.

Over and Under 2.5 Goals backers are able to get similar odds on the Total Goals market.

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Full-Time Result

1

+148

X

+235

2

+180

Half-Time Result

1

+205

X

+123

2

+220

Double Chance

1X

-250

12

-333

X2

-200

Draw No Bet

1

-127

2

+102

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

+112

2 Hcp +0.25

-137

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-111

Over 2.5

-116

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-152

No

+110

Middlesbrough vs Sunderland Lineups & Team News

It’s great to get the latest lineups for the match, with injuries being flagged up thanks to our up-to-date Middlesbrough vs Sunderland team news.

The Championship squads highlight the star players operating for every team in the division.

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