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Match Analysis & Tactical Insights

"Middlesbrough host Sunderland in what promises to be a statistically significant matchup. Middlesbrough have been relatively disciplined, with an average of 8.7 fouls over their last 10 outings. On the other side, Sunderland are picking up cards at a high rate (3.3 per game), which could be a key factor in the cards market. Middlesbrough's offensive output is strong, averaging 6.4 shots on target, putting pressure on Sunderland's defensive line. "

Our algorithm analyzes the last 10 matches and historical data for both Middlesbrough and Sunderland to identify patterns in behavior, referee tendencies, and market value.

Betting Market Indicators

Projected Fouls21.3
Goal Potential~ 3.1 xG
VolatilityLOW

Stat Comparison

Last 10 Games Average

MiddlesbroughSunderland
Goals
1.1
1.2
Shots
21.8
11.3
Shots on Target
6.4
4.1
Fouls
8.7
12.6
Yellow Cards
1.6
3.3
Corners
10.0
3.9
Possession
67%
42%

Middlesbrough vs Sunderland Match Recap

Final result analysis for this Championship encounter. We break down how the actual match stats compared to historical season averages.

Middlesbrough

2

Final Score

Sunderland

3

Overall Possession

Mid

53%

Sun

50%

12Shots0
4Shots on Target0
11Fouls Committed0
1Corners0
0Tackles0
Discipline
0Offsides
0Offsides
Discipline

Statistical Verification

The match finished with 11 fouls for Middlesbrough. Compared to their season average of 8.7, this performance was more aggressive than projected.

In the booking department, 2 yellows were shown to the home side.Sunderland recorded 0 cards, against a historical average of 3.3.

Referee Impact Recap

S. Martin oversaw a match with 2 total cards. This stayed under the high-volatility thresholds often monitored by card-market bettors in the Championship.

With an aggregate projected foul count of 21.3 between these two sides, bettors should keep a close eye on early match intensity.

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Match Result Synchronized: 3:53:27 AM • 2025/26 Season Coverage Active.

1.00Goals For1.40
1.40Goals Conceded1.60
21.60Shots For12.00
6.40Shots On Target5.20
11.00Corners3.80
9.00Fouls Committed12.40
2.20Yellow Cards3.80

Defensive

PlayerFoulsFouls WonYellows1+ Fouls2+ Fouls
A. Malanda
1.60
0.20
2
-
-
D. Fry
0.40
0.20
1
-
-
L. Ayling
0.40
1.00
1
-
-
Neto Borges
0.60
1.00
0
-
-
A. Jones
0.40
0.20
0
-
-
G. Edmundson
0.20
0.00
0
-
-
A. Bangura
0.20
0.80
0
-
-
S. Brynn
0.20
0.60
0
-
-

Offensive

PlayerFoulsFouls WonYellowsAssists1+ F Won
H. Hackney
1.20
1.00
0
0.20
-
F. Azaz
0.60
1.20
2
0.40
-
C. Brittain
1.00
1.00
1
0.00
-
A. Morris
0.20
1.60
0
0.00
-
M. Targett
0.40
0.80
1
0.00
-
R. McGree
0.20
0.80
2
0.00
-
A. Gilbert
0.60
0.00
0
0.00
-

Shooting

PlayerSoTShotsGoalsAssists1+ SoT
D. Strelec
1.20
1.40
0.20
0.00
-
M. Whittaker
0.60
1.60
0.00
0.20
-
S. Silvera
0.40
0.60
0.40
0.20
-
A. Browne
0.40
1.00
0.00
0.40
-
T. Conway
0.40
0.60
0.40
0.20
-
D. Burgzorg
0.20
0.60
0.00
0.20
-
K. Sène
0.00
0.40
0.00
0.00
-

Defensive

PlayerFoulsFouls WonYellows1+ Fouls2+ Fouls
O. Alderete
2.20
0.40
2
-
-
Reinildo
1.00
1.00
2
-
-
D. Ballard
1.40
1.40
1
-
-
N. Mukiele
0.80
0.20
1
-
-
D. Cirkin
0.40
0.00
1
-
-
L. O'Nien
0.40
1.20
1
-
-
T. Hume
0.40
1.20
1
-
-
R. Roefs
0.00
0.40
1
-
-

Offensive

PlayerFoulsFouls WonYellowsAssists1+ F Won
H. Diarra
1.60
2.40
1
0.20
-
N. Sadiki
1.20
1.20
2
0.20
-
E. Le Fée
0.80
1.20
0
0.20
-
G. Xhaka
0.80
1.00
1
0.00
-
C. Rigg
0.60
0.00
1
0.00
-

Shooting

PlayerSoTShotsGoalsAssists1+ SoT
C. Talbi
0.40
0.80
0.20
0.00
-
N. Angulo
0.40
0.60
0.00
0.00
-
W. Isidor
0.20
0.40
0.20
0.00
-
Marc Guiu
0.20
0.40
0.00
0.00
-
Eliezer Mayenda
0.20
0.20
0.20
0.00
-
R. Mundle
0.00
0.20
0.00
0.00
-

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Data-Led Match Summary

Middlesbrough come into this Championship fixture averaging 21.8 shots, 8.7 fouls, and 1.6 cards across their last ten tracked matches. Sunderland are returning 11.3 shots, 12.6 fouls, and 3.3 cards over the same sample, which gives this page a direct pre-match benchmark for shots, discipline, and volatility markets.

Use this match page alongside the Championship fixture hub, the stat leaderboards, and the referee page for S. Martin to compare player props, team form, and booking pressure before kickoff.

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