Southampton vs Middlesbrough Prediction, Odds & Tips
Southampton vs Middlesbrough Prediction and Tips
Southampton beat Middlesbrough 2-1 at St. Mary's in a Championship match that saw both sides find the net, extending their recent pattern of goals. Our model had Southampton at 40% to win; the pick missed. Southampton arrived in decent form with two wins in their last five, while Middlesbrough had managed only draws in that stretch. The visitors' inability to convert chances proved costly in a game where both teams continued their trend of conceding. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Middlesbrough vs Southampton Prediction, Odds and Betting Tips
Our AI analyses form, head-to-head records, squad news and odds to provide data-driven predictions for Middlesbrough vs Southampton. All tips are for informational purposes only and do not constitute betting advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. You must be 18 or over to gamble. Please gamble responsibly. For help, visit GambleAware.
Our pick
Southampton to win
Result
2:1
Southampton v Middlesbrough
AI Prediction Result
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Expected goals (xG)
Match xG total 3.29
Southampton
Southampton secured a 2-1 victory, extending their winning run to three matches. The hosts conceded once but maintained their defensive solidity, recording a clean sheet percentage of 100 across their last five outings. Their league position of 4th reflects consistent form; this result kept them on track after recent wins against Middlesbrough and Preston.
Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough fell to defeat despite generating 3.13 expected goals. The visitors struggled to convert chances and conceded twice, continuing a concerning trend of just one win in their last five matches. Their 80% BTTS rate suggests attacking intent, but defensive fragility cost them in a match where clean sheets eluded them once more.
Run-in & context
Southampton moved clear in the playoff positions with three points, consolidating 4th place. Middlesbrough remained 5th but saw their recent draw-heavy form broken by a loss, dropping points in a direct contest. The result widened the gap between the sides and suggested Southampton's defensive organization was outmatching Middlesbrough's creative output.
Injury impact
Southampton are missing 5 players, including Mads Roerslev. Impact rating: 50/100.
Middlesbrough are missing 4 players, including Alfie Jones. Impact rating: 30/100.
Venue
St. Mary's Stadium
Southampton, Hampshire, England
Weather
Weather data unavailable for this venue.
Set pieces
- Southampton5.0 corners / g
- MiddlesbroughUnavailable
Match Probabilities
Full-Time Result
Both Teams to Score
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
Goals Markets
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Double Chance
Half-Time Result
BTTS in Both Halves
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Match Centre
Lineups, live stats, full odds comparison, and in-depth match data for Middlesbrough vs Southampton.
SSR Ratings
| Metric |  Southampton |  Middlesbrough |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 1423 | 1729 |
| Attack | 1427 | 1759 |
| Defence | 1495 | 1472 |
| Goals Index | 1483 | 1620 |
| BTTS Index | 1297 | 1745 |
📝 Post-Match Analysis
Southampton 1-1 Middlesbrough: A Draw That Tells You More About Structure Than Scorelines
Southampton and Middlesbrough shared the spoils at St Mary's in a 1-1 Championship draw that reflected the tight, organised patterns of two sides with nothing left to lose and everything still to prov...
Form Guide (Last 5)
SouthamptonHead-to-Head
2 meetings| Market | Count | Rate | Streak |
|---|---|---|---|
| BTTS (Yes) | 1/2 | 50% | 1 |
| Over 2.5 | 1/2 | 50% | 1 |
| Over 1.5 | 1/2 | 50% | - |
| Under 2.5 | 1/2 | 50% | - |
| Middlesbrough Clean Sheet | 1/2 | 50% | - |
| Southampton Clean Sheet | 1/2 | 50% | - |
Match History
MiddlesbroughSouthamptonMatch facts at a glance
- Kickoff
- Venue
- St. Mary's Stadium, Southampton, Hampshire · capacity 32,689
- Competition
- EFL Championship
- Last meeting
- Southampton 2-1 Middlesbrough (12 May 2026)
- Head-to-head record
- Southampton 0W · 1D · 0L Middlesbrough (1 meetings)
- Top scorer · Southampton
- Ross Stewart (2 goals)
- Top scorer · Middlesbrough
- David Strelec (5 goals)
- Most yellows · Southampton
- Flynn Downes (6 YC)
- Most yellows · Middlesbrough
- Riley McGree (3 YC)
- BTTS this season · Southampton
- 100%
- BTTS this season · Middlesbrough
- 0%
- Our prediction
- Southampton to win (40%)
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