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As Blackburn Rovers prepare to host Middlesbrough FC on August 22, 2026, both teams will be looking to bolster their standings in the English League Championship. Blackburn comes into this match with a slightly better record at home, having secured 2 wins in their last 5 outings. Their attacking style, characterized by swift counterattacks, will pose a notable challenge for Middlesbrough’s defense.
Middlesbrough’s recent form suggests resilience, with 2 wins in their last 4 matches. Known for their disciplined defensive approach and ability to capitalize on set pieces, they will likely set up to frustrate Blackburn’s flow. The odds reflect a competitive matchup, with Blackburn at 3.15 for a home win, contrasting with Middlesbrough’s 2.24 for an away victory.
As both teams exhibit strengths in different facets of play, Blackburn will need to leverage home advantage, while Middlesbrough will aim to exploit any defensive lapses. With both sides showing potential for victory, this match promises to be closely contested, making it a challenging call for bettors and fans alike.
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| Blackburn 28.4% |
Draw 28.1% |
Middlesbrough 43.4% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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3.30 | 3.30 | 2.20 | |
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3.51 | 3.39 | 2.12 | |
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3.43 | 3.28 | 2.17 | |
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3.38 | 3.36 | 2.11 | Watch and Bet |
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3.45 | 3.35 | 2.09 | |
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3.13 | 3.45 | 2.23 | |
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3.25 | 3.35 | 2.21 |
Latest Results
| 14.08.26 Wolverhampton Wanderers – Blackburn Rovers – 2:2 08.08.26 Burton Albion – Blackburn Rovers – 1:2 01.08.26 Huddersfield Town – Blackburn Rovers – 1:1 25.07.26 RC Strasbourg – Blackburn Rovers – 0:2 22.07.26 Nottingham Forest – Blackburn Rovers – 3:0 |
15.08.26 Middlesbrough FC – Lincoln City – 2:1 07.08.26 Middlesbrough FC – Wrexham AFC – 1:0 01.08.26 Middlesbrough FC – RCD Espanyol – 3:3 18.07.26 Celtic – Middlesbrough FC – 1:1 23.05.26 Hull City – Middlesbrough FC – 1:0 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 21.03.26 Blackburn Rovers – Middlesbrough FC – 0:0 26.12.25 Middlesbrough FC – Blackburn Rovers – 0:0 04.04.25 Blackburn Rovers – Middlesbrough FC – 0:2 11.01.25 Middlesbrough FC – Blackburn Rovers – 0:1 27.11.24 Middlesbrough FC – Blackburn Rovers – 0:1 |
Standings
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | QPR | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3:1 | 2 | 3 |
| 2 | Millwall | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 2 | 3 |
| 3 | Bolton | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 1 | 3 |
| 4 | Middlesbrough | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 1 | 3 |
| 5 | Charlton | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 1 | 3 |
| 6 | West Brom | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 1 | 3 |
| 7 | Swansea | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 1 | 3 |
| 8 | Blackburn | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2:2 | 0 | 1 |
| 9 | Wolves | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2:2 | 0 | 1 |
| 10 | Birmingham | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | 1 |
| 11 | Sheffield Utd | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | 1 |
| 12 | West Ham | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | 0 |
| 13 | Burnley | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | 0 |
| 14 | Cardiff | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | 0 |
| 15 | Watford | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | 0 |
| 16 | Wrexham | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | 0 |
| 17 | Derby | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | -1 | 0 |
| 18 | Norwich | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | -1 | 0 |
| 19 | Preston | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | -1 | 0 |
| 20 | Stoke | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | -1 | 0 |
| 21 | Lincoln | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | -1 | 0 |
| 22 | Portsmouth | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:3 | -2 | 0 |
| 23 | Bristol City | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:2 | -2 | 0 |
| 24 | Southampton | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0:0 | 0 | -4 |
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