Sunderland vs Middlesbrough Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 21 Sep 2024

Will Goals Be at a Premium?

We’re more than happy with odds of -110 when it comes to betting Under 2.5 Goals, with the Total Goals market affording us this price. Sunderland and Middlesbrough might not net too many between them.

Most Recent H2H Clash Ended 1-1

Sunderland have landed two home wins on the spin. It was an away defeat to Plymouth Argyle in their last game, losing 3-2 at Home Park. The Black Cats had 52% possession and recorded eight shots on target, with Patrick Roberts and Romaine Mundle scoring one goal each.

Middlesbrough drew 1-1 in their previous game. This was at home at Riverside Stadium against Preston North End. Michael Carrick's side enjoyed 54% possession and had six shots on goal, with Tommy Conway on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Riverside Stadium played host to the last head-to-head between Middlesbrough and Sunderland. The clash ended in a 1-1 draw. In the previous 4 meetings between these teams, there has been one draw. Middlesbrough have won two games and Sunderland one.

Sunderland have 5 wins, 4 losses and 1 draw, averaging 1.3 goals from 4.4 shots on goal and 8.5 attempts. They have averaged 48.7% possession and 4.9 corners per game, with their opponents scoring 0.8 goals from 2.7 shots on goal, 6.1 attempts and 4.6 corners.

Romaine Mundle is the top scorer with 3 goals, while Eliezer Mayenda and Luke O'Nien each have 2. The leading assistors have been Eliezer Mayenda and Patrick Roberts with 2.

Middlesbrough have won 4, lost 2 and drawn 4, averaging 5.6 shots on goal, 10.8 attempts and 1.9 goals. Boro average 53.8% possession, 6.5 corners awarded and 4.6 corners against, while 1.3 goals have been conceded from 8.0 attempts and 3.5 shots on goal.

Emmanuel Latte Lath got 7 goals, Matthew Clarke notched 3, while Tommy Conway and two other players scored 2. Luke Ayling and Finn Azaz are the top assist makers, managing 5 in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Sunderland confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Anthony Patterson (GK), Trai Hume, Chris Mepham, Luke O'Nien, Dennis Cirkin, Daniel Neil, Jobe Bellingham, Patrick Roberts, Chris Rigg, Romaine Mundle, Eliezer Mayenda.

Middlesbrough confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Seny Dieng (GK), Luke Ayling, George Edmundson, Matthew Clarke, Neto Borges, Aidan Morris, Hayden Hackney, Isaiah Jones, Tommy Conway, Finn Azaz, Emmanuel Latte Lath.

Sunderland vs Middlesbrough Prediction & Betting Tips

We could be set for a low-scoring Championship encounter. We will therefore bet on Under 2.5 which can be backed at an eye-catching price of -110, with defences set to be on top for the most part.

The football experts at Sportsgambler.com are aware of injuries that could affect the outcome along with the form guide. We also leave no stone unturned when it comes to presenting the latest stats.

Key Sunderland vs Middlesbrough league stats:

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

Under 2.5 Probability

The latest odds imply that our pick has a 52.4% prospect of winning. However, our tipsters have this number closer to 60% based on their in-depth research. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this wager.

If you’re looking for bigger odds and are expecting a low-scoring affair, then it might be worth looking at Under 1.5 Goals, especially if you think that one goal or less will be scored in total.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Sunderland 1 - 0 Middlesbrough

There’s the option to wager on Sunderland to win by a 1-0 scoreline. Odds of +750 are on offer and this is a correct score bet that should provide plenty of entertainment.

Sunderland vs Middlesbrough Odds

Full-Time Result

1

+155

X

+230

2

+175

Half-Time Result

1

+200

X

+123

2

+215

Double Chance

1X

-238

12

-333

X2

-208

Draw No Bet

1

-120

2

-102

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

+117

2 Hcp +0.25

-147

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-110

Over 2.5

-112

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-152

No

+108

Sunderland vs Middlesbrough Lineups & Team News

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

The Championship squad information is a great asset when it comes to making your bets.

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