01 · 2 legs
Safe
- Middlesbrough to win47%
- Over 1.5 goals77%
EFL ChampionshipRiverside Stadium, Middlesbrough11°24 km/h
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MiddlesbroughPossession & high pressvs
WolverhamptonPossession controlThe model's lean: 1 · Middlesbrough (47%)
Middlesbrough vs Wolverhampton · EFL Championship
1 · Middlesbrough 47%X 25%28% Wolverhampton · 2
47%
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Analysis: Middlesbrough – Wolverhampton
Erik Lindberg · · Written from the model's numbers · How the predictions work
Middlesbrough have been the masters of consistency, remaining unbeaten in their last six league outings. This stretch of form suggests a side that knows how to grind out results. In contrast, Wolverhampton Wanderers have been more erratic, and this head-to-head encounter does not provide much historical data to lean on, making current form and expected goals the primary focus for analysis.
The model leans towards a Middlesbrough win, giving them a 47% chance, yet interestingly, the most likely scorelines are tightly contested: 1-1 stands at 12%, with both a 1-0 and 2-1 home victory at 9% each. Despite this, Middlesbrough's knack for finding the net in eight consecutive matches, paired with their possession-based high press, suggests they are well-equipped to break down Wolves' control-oriented play.
There's a slight edge for the hosts in xPoints and xG per match, with Middlesbrough's numbers reading 2.0 compared to Wolves' 1.8. However, defensively, the visitors hold an advantage with xGA figures at 0.97 against the 1.2 of the home side. This defensive solidity might just temper the goal-scoring fervor, highlighting a tactical battle where Wolverhampton could frustrate Boro’s efforts.
With over 2.5 goals priced at 52% and both teams to score at 56%, the numbers hint at a match that could tip either way in terms of goals. A cautious bet would favor a tighter scoreline. For value hunters, Coral offers 6/1 for a 1-1 draw, matching the model's top scoreline probability. This bet aligns with the data, balancing Middlesbrough's attacking form against Wolves' defense, underscored by the model's cautious endorsement.
MiddlesbroughForm DWWDD
League ranking xG #3xGA #3xT #2xP/match #4Points #2
Key players
- Amario Oswald Gerardo Cozier-DuberryRWxG 0.28 · xT 0.43
- Morgan WhittakerRWxG 0.16 · xT 0.10
- Callum BrittainRWBxG 0.06 · xT 0.14
WolverhamptonForm WLDWW
League ranking xG #5xGA #1xT #7xP/match #1Points #5
Key players
- Fer LópezRWxG 0.36 · xT 0.17
- Hugo BuenoLBxG 0.02 · xT 0.17
- Mateus ManéLWxG 0.15 · xT 0.20
Match prediction: Middlesbrough – Wolverhampton
Predicted score matrix
Wolverhampton →
Middlesbrough →
0
1
2
3
4+
0
0–06.6%
0–17.2%
0–24.6%
0–31.9%
0–4+0.7%
1
1–09.4%
1–112.2%
1–27.2%
1–32.9%
1–4+1.1%
2
2–07.6%
2–19.2%
2–25.6%
2–32.3%
2–4+0.9%
3
3–04.0%
3–14.8%
3–22.9%
3–31.2%
3–4+0.5%
4+
4+–02.2%
4+–12.6%
4+–21.6%
4+–30.6%
4+–4+0.3%
Most likely scorelines
- 1.1-112%
- 2.1-09%
- 3.2-19%
- 4.2-08%
- 5.0-17%
Expected goals
1,56–1,21
Both teams to score
56%
Over/under goals
Expected goals: 2,80
117%
224%
322%
415%
5+15%
Under 2,548%
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Over 2,552%
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Ready-made bet suggestions
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Balanced
- Middlesbrough to win47%
- Over 2.5 goals52%
- William Lankshear to score33%
03 · 4 legs
Bold
- Both teams to score56%
- Over 2.5 goals52%
- William Lankshear to score33%
- André Trindade da Costa Neto to be booked26%
Odds & value
The model's value spots
Bets where the model's probability beats what the odds imply (EV+).
- 1 · Middlesbrough47% probability@2.26PinnacleEV+6%reference odds
| Bookmaker | 1 · Middlesbrough | X | 2 · Wolverhampton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinnacle | EV+ 6% 2.26 | 3.66 | 2.95 |
Odds updated 2 Oct, 07:04
Statistics
Key facts
- Middlesbrough are unbeaten in their last 6 league matches.
- Middlesbrough have scored in 8 consecutive league matches.
Solid line = created (xG), dashed = conceded (xGA).
Middlesbrough
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Middlesbrough (16–12)
Wolverhampton (15–10)
Last 5 matches. Circle size = pass volume, line width = combinations between players. Attacking left to right.
Middlesbrough
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The same network weighted by offensive threat (xT): circle size = threat created by the player, line width = threat of the combinations. Last 5 matches, attacking left to right.
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The teams in numbers
| Performance | Middlesbrough | Wolverhampton |
|---|---|---|
| Points | 15 | 14 |
| xPoints | 12.8 | 12.9 |
| xG per match | 2 | 1.8 |
| xGA per match | 1.2 | 0.97 |
| xG within 8s of winning the ball | 0.27 | 0.36 |
| xGA within 8s of losing the ball | 0.22 | 0.17 |
| Playing style | Middlesbrough | Wolverhampton |
|---|---|---|
| Build-up efficiency | 0.34 | 0.29 |
| Field tilt | 0.65 | 0.49 |
| xT per match | 1.4 | 1.1 |
| xTA per match | 0.81 | 0.83 |
| Won balls, offensive half | 24 | 23 |
| Pressing intensity | 0.24 | 0.23 |
| Pressing efficiency | 0.33 | 0.31 |
| Pressing efficiency, offensive half | 0.29 | 0.24 |
| Entries into the box per match | 16 | 13 |
| Entries into the box against | 10 | 13 |
| Pass completion % | 0.82 | 0.78 |
| Pass completion % under pressure | 0.77 | 0.7 |
| Passes per match | 470 | 372 |
| Passes against per match | 285 | 303 |
| Switches of play per match | 28.1 | 31.1 |
| Long balls per match | 29 | 30 |
| Set pieces | Middlesbrough | Wolverhampton |
|---|---|---|
| xG from free kicks | 0.31 | 0.04 |
| Corners per match | 5.8 | 6.3 |
| Corners against per match | 5.2 | 4.6 |
| xG per corner | 0.02 | 0.04 |
| xGA per corner against | 0.04 | 0.05 |
| First touch, offensive corners % | 0.7 | 0.43 |
| First touch, defensive corners % | 0.73 | 0.66 |
| Other | Middlesbrough | Wolverhampton |
|---|---|---|
| Throw-in control | 0.73 | 0.75 |
| The goalkeepers | Radek Vítek (Middlesbrough) | José Sá (Wolverhampton) |
|---|---|---|
| Saves | 20 | 13 |
| Save % | 65% | 65% |
| xG prevented | 45% | 41% |
| Claims | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
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Frequently asked questions
Who wins Middlesbrough vs Wolverhampton according to our model?
The model gives Middlesbrough a 47% win probability. Full 1X2 picture: Middlesbrough 47%, draw 25%, Wolverhampton 28%.
What is the most likely scoreline?
The model's most likely final score is 1-1 at 12% probability.
Over or under 2.5 goals?
The model rates over 2.5 goals at 52% and under at 48%.
Will both teams score?
The probability of both teams scoring is 56% according to the model.
Why are some legs locked in the bet builder?
The same rules as the bookmakers’ builders: legs that contradict or already follow from your slip cannot be combined — for example correct score 2–1 with under 2.5 goals. The difference is that we don’t look the rules up in a table; we compute them straight from the score matrix.
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