Southampton vs Middlesbrough Betting Tips & Match Predictions
Southampton vs Middlesbrough Intro
Southampton has been one of the Championship season’s best clubs while Middlesbrough will look to finish their season on a positive note. For Southampton this could prove to be a season defining matchup on Friday March 29, 2024. Season hopes will be on the line with kickoff at St. Mary’s Stadium scheduled for 3:00 PM. In preparation for matchweek 39, Russell Martin’s Southampton have earned 73 points and sit in the 4th place in the Championship table. Michael Carrick and his Middlesbrough sit in the 10th position, having taken 54 points so far. As we head deeper into the Championship season, there’s a gap between Southampton and Middlesbrough in the table. There’s a difference of 19 points and 6 places between the sides.
Southampton vs Middlesbrough Form
Southampton have now won two matches in row after their victory over Sunderland, having won just 9 points from their previous three matches. Meanwhile, for Middlesbrough, the last five games have been good. They have picked up 10 points even though they drew with Blackburn along the way. Southampton have been fairly steady at home lately, picking up nine points in five games. During the most recent 5 away matches, Middlesbrough has collected solid nine points.
Southampton vs Middlesbrough H2H
There have been 16 games played between these two. Southampton have been more successful, winning 6, whereas Middlesbrough have won 5, with 5 draws in that time. Southampton has definitley enjoyed this fixture a little more in recent times. It has won 2 more than Middlesbrough in the last six meetings.
Southampton vs Middlesbrough Analysis
Southampton won their last match. Russell Martin’s men played against Sunderland. At the final wistle, the scoring board showed 4-2. Now it is time for Russell Martin’s men to face Middlesbrough. Against Sunderland, Southampton claimed 61% of ball possession. If we look at shots on goal, Southampton had a total of 15 shots while they conceded 11 shots. Meanwhile, Middlesbrough drew its previous game. Michael Carrick’s men were facing Blackburn. The game ended with a score of 0-0. In their match against Blackburn, Middlesbrough had the following ball possession : 54%. In front of goal, Middlesbrough delivered 12 shots on goal while down back giving up a total of 6 shots to their opponents Blackburn.
Southampton vs Middlesbrough Odds
Taking a look at the bookmakers’ odds, the favourite for this match between Southampton and Middlesbrough is Southampton.
