Blackburn Rovers vs Middlesbrough predictions, Mar 21, 2026

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As Blackburn Rovers prepare to host Middlesbrough FC on March 21, 2026, the matchup showcases two teams with contrasting recent forms in the English League Championship. Blackburn has struggled recently, managing just one victory in their last five matches, which may raise concerns about their current tactical setup. Conversely, Middlesbrough has fared better with two wins in the same stretch, suggesting a more stable performance and potentially greater confidence heading into this clash.

Blackburn’s home advantage could be tested, especially as they seek to rectify their recent performances and harness any momentum. Their ability to capitalize on opportunities will be paramount, particularly against a Middlesbrough side that has shown resilience. The away team is favored by bookmakers, reflected in their odds of 1.82 compared to Blackburn’s 4.14, underscoring a perception of Middlesbrough’s improved form and tactical efficiency.

The match is anticipated to be closely contested, with our model prediction indicating a 52.3% likelihood of an away victory and a predicted scoreline of 0:1. As both teams vie for valuable points, fans can expect a strategic battle, but outcomes remain uncertain in this competitive fixture.

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Blackburn 23.2%

Draw 26.2%

Middlesbrough 50.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 0:1

Outrights of English League Championship Middlesbrough: 6.22%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	4.25	3.66	1.83
	4.03	3.58	1.85	Watch and Bet
	4	3.4	1.85
	4.14	3.73	1.82

Latest Results

14.03.26 Millwall – Blackburn Rovers – 1:2 11.03.26 Oxford United – Blackburn Rovers – 1:0 07.03.26 Blackburn Rovers – Portsmouth FC – 1:1 28.02.26 Derby County – Blackburn Rovers – 3:1 24.02.26 Blackburn Rovers – Bristol City – 1:2

14.03.26 Middlesbrough FC – Bristol City – 1:1 11.03.26 Middlesbrough FC – Charlton Athletic – 0:1 08.03.26 Queens Park Rangers – Middlesbrough FC – 0:4 02.03.26 Birmingham City – Middlesbrough FC – 1:3 24.02.26 Middlesbrough FC – Leicester City – 1:1

Facts

This match will feature an outsider and one of the leaders (ranked 19 and 2 in the zone Promotion ~ Premier League).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Blackburn won 2.

Recent form of Blackburn has been disappointing (last 5 games: 1 wins).

In recent matches, Middlesbrough has shown inconsistent performance (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).

In this match, Middlesbrough is the team to beat.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Blackburn won 8 matches, drew 9 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 17:13. (average 0.9:0.7).

Including home matches between the teams, Blackburn won 4 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 7:7. (average 0.8:0.8).

Latest Head To Head

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 16.03.24 Middlesbrough FC – Blackburn Rovers – 0:0

Standings

2025/26

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Coventry	38	23	8	7	78:40	38	77
2	Middlesbrough	38	20	10	8	59:37	22	70
3	Ipswich	37	19	11	7	66:38	28	68
4	Millwall	38	20	8	10	52:43	9	68
5	Hull	38	19	6	13	59:56	3	63
6	Wrexham	37	16	12	9	57:47	10	60
7	Southampton	37	15	12	10	60:48	12	57
8	Derby	37	15	9	13	54:48	6	54
9	Birmingham	38	14	11	13	48:48	0	53
10	Watford	37	13	13	11	47:45	2	52
11	Swansea	38	15	7	16	44:46	-2	52
12	Norwich	37	15	6	16	51:45	6	51
13	Stoke	38	14	9	15	45:40	5	51
14	Bristol City	38	14	9	15	49:49	0	51
15	Sheffield Utd	38	15	5	18	53:52	1	50
16	QPR	38	14	8	16	49:60	-11	50
17	Preston	38	12	13	13	42:48	-6	49
18	Charlton	38	12	12	14	36:45	-9	48
19	Blackburn	38	11	9	18	36:49	-13	42
20	Portsmouth	36	10	10	16	36:47	-11	40
21	West Brom	38	10	10	18	39:54	-15	40
22	Oxford Utd	38	9	12	17	36:49	-13	39
23	Leicester	38	11	11	16	51:60	-9	38
24	Sheffield Wed ✔	38	1	9	28	23:76	-53	-6

English League Championship Outrights

1. Coventry: 1.07 (78.77%)

2. Ipswich: 11.53 (7.3%)

3. Middlesbrough: 13.53 (6.22%)

4. Millwall: 85.25 (0.99%)

5. Southampton: 100 (0.84%)

6. Wrexham: 100 (0.84%)

7. Watford: 100 (0.84%)

8. Derby: 100 (0.84%)

9. Bristol City: 100 (0.84%)

10. Birmingham: 100 (0.84%)

11. Norwich: 100 (0.84%)

12. Hull City: 100 (0.84%)

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