Stoke’s solid home form meets a Middlesbrough side desperate to end a dismal losing streak. With defensive resilience on one side and attacking struggles on the other, this Championship clash promises a tight battle.
Our expert analysis has identified the best bet for today, so read on to find out more.
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Stoke City vs Middlesbrough
Tyler Morris; Sports journalist at BettingTips4You
Over 2.5 Goals | |
10/11 - odds when tipped |  |
Reasoning Norway are full of attacking energy, spearheaded by Haaland and Ødegaard, and have scored nine goals in two qualifiers. Italy, weakened at the back, look vulnerable—yet still possess forward talent. With both sides motivated by automatic qualification pressure, goals should flow. Over 2.5 looks an excellent value angle.
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Rationale:
Key Stats:
- Stoke are unbeaten in their last four home league fixtures.
- Three of the Potters’ previous four home matches have produced under 1.5 goals.
- Middlesbrough have suffered five consecutive league defeats.
Rationale
Stoke City have been resilient at home, avoiding defeat in their last four Championship outings at the bet365 Stadium. Under Mark Robins, the Potters have tightened up defensively, with three of their most recent four home league encounters producing no more than a single goal. Their ability to remain compact at the back has kept them out of immediate relegation danger, and they will be confident of extending that streak against a struggling Middlesbrough side.
Boro’s form has deteriorated in recent weeks, with Michael Carrick’s men enduring a run of five consecutive league defeats. Their attacking output has also diminished, with only two goals scored across their last three matches. Additionally, they have found little joy on their recent trips to Stoke, failing to win any of their last four visits to this ground. Given the Potters’ defensive discipline and Boro’s declining threat in front of goal, this is unlikely to be a high-scoring affair.
Best Bet – Under 1.5 Goals
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