Preston vs Middlesbrough prediction, odds and how to watch

Middlesbrough bossed possession, created the clearer chances, and hit the woodwork, but Watford's goalkeeper and a woeful lack of finishing meant the points were shared at Vicarage Road.

Jordan Thompson's 33rd-minute goal was enough to give Preston all three points despite Southampton controlling 78% of possession and firing 23 shots at goal. Southampton did everything but score.

Sydie Frederick Peck scored three times before half-time to fire Sheffield United to a 3-2 win at Preston, compounding a miserable run for a home side that has now lost four of their last five Championship matches.

Preston head into Saturday's Championship clash having shipped ten goals in their last five matches. Middlesbrough arrive with ten goals scored in the same window and a point to prove.

Preston head into Wednesday night's Championship clash having shipped ten goals in their last five matches. Portsmouth arrive with form, firepower, and very little reason to be worried.

West Ham United have won once in their last five Championship outings and cannot afford another collapse at home. Middlesbrough arrive with three absentees and a wobble of their own.

Middlesbrough host a Derby side that has shipped 14 goals in five Championship matches and kept zero clean sheets. This one has a home win written all over it.