Middlesbrough vs Southampton predictions, May 09, 2026

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As Middlesbrough FC prepares to host Southampton FC in the English League Championship on May 9, 2026, both teams find themselves in a competitive middle of the table clash. Middlesbrough’s recent form shows a mixed bag, with two wins from their last five matches. Known for their solid defensive structure, they will look to capitalize on home advantage at the Riverside Stadium.

Meanwhile, Southampton also shares a similar trajectory, securing two victories in their recent five outings. The Saints have demonstrated moments of attacking flair but have struggled with consistency away from home. With odds favoring Middlesbrough slightly at 2.26, bookmakers suggest a tighter contest.

Our predictive model estimates a home win probability at 42.6%, with a draw at 28.2% and an away win at 28.8%. The anticipated final score is a 1:1 draw, reflecting both teams’ resilience and tactical capabilities. Given the stakes and parallel recent performances, this matchup promises a closely-contested encounter, though outcomes remain unpredictable. Bettors should weigh both teams’ strengths and matchday conditions before making their decisions.

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Middlesbrough 41%

Draw 28.9%

S`hampton 30.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.3	3.1	3
	2.26	3.29	3.21

Latest Results

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 19.04.26 Ipswich Town – Middlesbrough FC – 2:2 11.04.26 Middlesbrough FC – Portsmouth FC – 0:1

02.05.26 Preston North End – Southampton FC – 1:3 28.04.26 Southampton FC – Ipswich Town – 2:2 25.04.26 Manchester City – Southampton FC – 2:1 21.04.26 Southampton FC – Bristol City – 2:2 18.04.26 Swansea City – Southampton FC – 1:2

Facts

First leg.

S`hampton is Qualified for Championship (Play Offs Semi~finals)

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

Both teams have been playing unpredictably.

Middlesbrough may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

Middlesbrough could have a small edge in this match.

In the last 7 head-to-head matches, Middlesbrough won 3 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 11:7. (average 1.6:1).

Including home matches between the teams, Middlesbrough won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 9:4. (average 2.3:1).

Latest Head To Head

04.01.26 Middlesbrough FC – Southampton FC – 4:0 27.09.25 Southampton FC – Middlesbrough FC – 1:1 29.03.24 Southampton FC – Middlesbrough FC – 1:1 23.09.23 Middlesbrough FC – Southampton FC – 2:1 13.05.17 Middlesbrough FC – Southampton FC – 1:2

Standings

2025/26

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Coventry ✔	46	28	11	7	97:45	52	95
2	Ipswich	46	23	15	8	80:47	33	84
3	Millwall	46	24	11	11	64:49	15	83
4	Southampton ✔	46	22	14	10	82:56	26	80
5	Middlesbrough	46	22	14	10	72:47	25	80
6	Hull	46	21	10	15	70:66	4	73
7	Wrexham	46	19	14	13	69:65	4	71
8	Derby	46	20	9	17	67:59	8	69
9	Norwich	46	19	8	19	63:56	7	65
10	Birmingham	46	17	13	16	57:56	1	64
11	Swansea	46	18	10	18	57:59	-2	64
12	Bristol City	46	17	11	18	59:59	0	62
13	Sheffield Utd	46	18	6	22	66:66	0	60
14	Preston	46	15	15	16	55:62	-7	60
15	QPR	46	16	10	20	61:73	-12	58
16	Watford	46	14	15	17	53:65	-12	57
17	Stoke	46	15	10	21	51:56	-5	55
18	Portsmouth	46	14	13	19	49:64	-15	55
19	Charlton	46	13	14	19	44:58	-14	53
20	Blackburn	46	13	13	20	42:56	-14	52
21	West Brom	46	13	14	19	48:58	-10	51
22	Oxford Utd ✔	46	11	14	21	45:59	-14	47
23	Leicester ✔	46	12	16	18	58:68	-10	46
24	Sheffield Wed ✔	46	2	12	32	29:89	-60	0

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