Hull City vs Middlesbrough predictions, May 23, 2026

May 20, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

English League Championship, on Saturday,

Hull City

Middlesbrough

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As Hull City prepares to host Middlesbrough FC on May 22, 2026, the clash in the English League Championship promises to be a competitive encounter, with both teams exhibiting similar recent forms. Hull City has managed to secure two victories in their last five outings, showcasing moments of resilience but lacking consistency. Meanwhile, Middlesbrough FC’s recent form mirrors that of their opponents, also achieving two wins in their last five matches.

Bookmakers have installed Middlesbrough as favorites with odds of 2.06 for an away win, while Hull City stands at 3.56 for a home victory. The match is further complicated by our model’s predictions, which suggest a 26.1% chance of a home win, a 27.2% likelihood of a draw, and a 46.5% chance of an away victory, indicating a stronger inclination towards Middlesbrough.

Both teams will be keen to play to their tactical strengths, with Hull potentially looking to exploit home advantage through aggressive pressing, while Middlesbrough may rely on disciplined defensive organization and swift counter-attacks. With both sides aiming for a crucial three points, fans can expect a closely contested match. However, with no guaranteed outcomes, this fixture could swing in any direction.

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Hull
24.4%		 Draw
26.6%		 Middlesbrough
48.9%

Prediction (the most likely score): 0:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 4 3.6 1.93
betsson 3.93 3.54 1.94
MarathonBet 3.97 3.62 2 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 3.7 3.3 1.95
Pinnacle 3.84 3.58 1.93

Latest Results

11.05.26 Millwall – Hull City – 0:2
08.05.26 Hull City – Millwall – 0:0
02.05.26 Hull City – Norwich City – 2:1
25.04.26 Charlton Athletic – Hull City – 2:1
21.04.26 Leicester City – Hull City – 2:2		 12.05.26 Southampton FC – Middlesbrough FC – 2:1 ET
09.05.26 Middlesbrough FC – Southampton FC – 0:0
02.05.26 Wrexham AFC – Middlesbrough FC – 2:2
25.04.26 Middlesbrough FC – Watford FC – 5:1
22.04.26 Middlesbrough FC – Sheffield Wednesday – 1:0

Facts

  • Neutral location – Wembley Stadium.
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Hull won 1.
  • The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.
  • Hull may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, Middlesbrough is considered a favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Hull won 7 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 10 matches, and goals 26:32. (average 1.3:1.6).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Hull won 4 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 17:17. (average 1.7:1.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    29.12.25 Middlesbrough FC – Hull City – 0:1
    05.12.25 Hull City – Middlesbrough FC – 1:4
    01.01.25 Hull City – Middlesbrough FC – 0:1
    30.11.24 Middlesbrough FC – Hull City – 3:1
    10.04.24 Hull City – Middlesbrough FC – 2:2

    Standings

    Draw

    Play Offs

    Semi-finals

    1 Millwall (3) Hull (6) 0 : 2, 0 : 0
    2 Southampton (4) Middlesbrough (5) 2 : 1, 0 : 0

    Final

    1 Hull (6) Middlesbrough (5)

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