Middlesbrough vs Norwich Prediction 31 January 2026
🔊 The clash between Middlesbrough and Norwich grabs the attention of Championship fans. Middlesbrough, currently sitting second in the table, aim to solidify their position in the promotion race. Meanwhile, Norwich find themselves in 18th place but are showcasing impressive form, especially on the road. The Canaries consistently score in away matches, making them a formidable opponent even for the league's top contenders.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 23 August 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 1:2. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Norwich City):
- ball possession percentage: 59% vs 41%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 3;
- fouls: 11 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 3;
- shots on target: 2 vs 4.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Middlesbrough and Norwich City:
- played 22 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 10, for the away team - 7, draws - 5;
- number of goals - 35 against 22;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.36, in the 2nd half - 1.23;
- average total goals in the match - 2.59.
Head-to-head statistics Middlesbrough - Norwich
Middlesbrough Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Championship tournament (home team - Middlesbrough, away team - Preston North End). The match concluded with a scoreline of 4:0.
Here's the game statistics (Middlesbrough vs Preston North End):
- ball possession: 67% vs 33%;
- corner kicks: 8 vs 3;
- fouls: 11 vs 19;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 2;
- shots on target: 8 vs 1.
Middlesbrough are delivering strong performances this season, firmly holding onto second place in the table. With four consecutive victories recently, the team are in excellent form. Over their last five matches, they have secured four wins and suffered just one defeat, indicating a level of consistency. The focus is primarily on their attack, boasting an average of 1.59 goals per game, alongside a solid defense that concedes an average of one goal per match.
Match Results: Middlesbrough
Norwich City Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Championship tournament (home team - Norwich City, away - Coventry). The match concluded with a scoreline of 2:1.
Here are the match stats (Norwich City vs Coventry):
- ball possession: 49% vs 51%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 7;
- fouls: 10 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 5 vs 5.
Norwich sit 18th in the Championship, battling for survival, but their form offers fans a glimmer of hope. The Canaries are unbeaten in their last five away matches, demonstrating impressive scoring prowess with an average of around two goals per game over their last five fixtures. Under Philippe Clement's guidance, they are steadily distancing themselves from the relegation zone and, if they maintain this momentum, could soon find themselves climbing to mid-table.
Match Results: Norwich City
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 22;
- home team wins - 10, away team wins - 7, draws - 5.
Statistics: Middlesbrough vs Norwich City
- matches played in the tournament: 29 vs 29;
- wins: 16 vs 9;
- win percentage: 55% vs 31%;
- losses: 6 vs 14;
- draws: 7 vs 6.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 5 vs 7;
- losses: 4 vs 2;
- draws: 1 vs 1.
- Norwich City won with a +1.5 handicap in 13 of last 15 games against Middlesbrough (Championship).
- Norwich City won with a +1.5 handicap in 13 of last 14 games.
- Norwich City won with a +1.5 handicap in 12 of last 13 games (Championship).
- Norwich City won with a +1.5 handicap in 9 of last 10 away games (Championship).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.59, the guests - 1;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.59;
- both teams scored: overall - 9; at the home team's field - 3.
Statistics: Middlesbrough vs Norwich City
- average total in the tournament: 2.59 vs 2.69;
- average total goals scored: 1.59 vs 1.28;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.69 vs 0.59;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.9 vs 0.69;
- Middlesbrough: average total at home in the tournament - 1.71;
- Norwich City: average total away in the tournament - 1.53;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.7 (home - 2.2) vs 2 (away - 2.5).
- Middlesbrough have scored over 1.5 goals in 6 of last 7 games against Norwich City (Championship).
Prediction on corners
Middlesbrough: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6.24; at home field - 6.43;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 7.1; at home field - 8.4.
Norwich City: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.79, away - 4.27;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.5; away - 2.25.
- Middlesbrough have taken over 6.5 corners in 6 of last 7 home games (Championship).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 22;
- both teams scored all-time - 9 times;
- on the home team’s field - 3 times.
Statistics: Middlesbrough vs Norwich City
- number of matches played in the tournament: 29 vs 29;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 16 vs 20;
- number of BTTS matches for Middlesbrough at home - 7 (50%);
- number of BTTS matches for Norwich City away - 12 (80%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 4 vs 6;
- BTTS matches for Middlesbrough at home - 1 (20%);
- BTTS matches for Norwich City away - 3 (75%).
- Middlesbrough have scored and conceded in 6 of last 7 games against Norwich City (Championship).
- Norwich City have scored and conceded in 8 of last 9 away games (Championship).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (56/343, 16.3%);
- Middlesbrough at home most often finish matches: 2:1 (4/14, 28.6%);
- Norwich City away most often play: 1:1 (5/15, 33.3%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 11.16% (odds 7)
1:0 - 10.69% (odds 7.5)
2:1 - 10.09% (odds 7.5)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering the current form of both teams and their head-to-head statistics, we can anticipate an active exchange of attacks from both sides. Trends suggest a high likelihood of both teams finding the net. Our main prediction is both teams to score (yes), as both Middlesbrough and Norwich have been highly productive in recent matches.No comments
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