Middlesbrough vs Stoke Predictions

Middlesbrough vs Stoke is scheduled for kick off on 17 February, at 19:45. The game is set to take place at Riverside Stadium. This match is bound to be interesting looking at the current form of Middlesbrough and Stoke. Middlesbrough have won 3 English Football League - Championship matches against Stoke out of the last 6 they have played. After their recent draw with Millwall, Middlesbrough aims to claim a win. Middlesbrough have won 3 of their last 4 English Football League - Championship matches at Riverside Stadium. Stoke's away record stands at 1 victory from 4 games. Following their 2-1 triumph over Watford, Stoke have boosted their morale as they seek to beat Middlesbrough on their home ground.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Middlesbrough have scored over 1.5 goals in 86% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 86% of games. Their total stands at 14 goals and 37 shots on target this English Football League - Championship season. Meanwhile, Stoke have scored 11 goals with 27 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 86% of matches but conceded in 71% of games.

In their last 6 head-to-head clashes, Middlesbrough scored 7 goals while Stoke scored 6 goals. Their last match on 21 Jan 2026 ended in 2-1 to Middlesbrough.