Both West Brom and Middlesbrough return to Championship action at the Hawthorns on Friday night after being involved in the third round of the FA Cup last weekend. The Baggies managed to get through via a penalty shootout after drawing 2-2 at Swansea after extra-time, while Boro lost 3-1 at Premier League side Fulham.
Nonetheless, the visitors are still flying high in the Championship table, currently sitting in second and in the automatic promotion places. Meanwhile, the hosts are struggling in 18th and after a recent change in manager, will be hoping to have a better end to the season.
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West Brom vs Middlesbrough prediction: Boro to get back on track?
Key stats
- West Brom have lost four of their last five league games.
- Middlesbrough have only won once in five league matches.
- Middlesbrough have won three of the previous four H2Hs to nil.
Correct score prediction: West Brom 0-2 Middlesbrough
With things still uncertain at West Brom under a new manager, Middlesbrough could capitalise on that. Not in great form themselves, Boro will be determined not to let the chasing pack get closer to them in terms of the race for the automatic promotion places.
Pre-game odds and win probability: West Brom favourites with bookmakers
- HOME: 29/20 (2.45) – 40.8%
- DRAW: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.4%
- AWAY: 9/5 (2.80) – 35.7%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
As shown by the implied probabilities, West Brom are actually the favourites with bookmakers to win on home soil, but Middlesbrough's odds are not too far behind. A draw can still be backed at just under 30% too.
Also, feel free to check out our dedicated Today’s betting tips page for more of our expert Championship predictions.
Most recent H2Hs: Middlesbrough on top
Middlesbrough have won the last four meetings between the two sides, with three of them being to nil. This winning streak could give Boro a psychological advantage heading to the Hawthorns.
England Championship 19/09/25
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England Championship 21/01/25
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West Brom
England Championship 01/10/24
West Brom
Middlesbrough
England Championship 23/12/23
Middlesbrough
West Brom
England Championship 26/08/23
West Brom
Middlesbrough
West Brom preview: Diakite expected to miss out
Ousmane Diakite has been given a period of compassionate leave and so is not expected to be in the squad. West Brom have reported no fresh injury concerns in their squad.
Predicted lineup: Griffiths (GK); Campbell, Phillips, Mepham, Taylor; Styles, Bielik; Grant, Price, Johnston & Heggebo
Last five results:
- Swansea 2-3 West Brom
- Leicester 2-1 West Brom
- Swansea 1-0 West Brom
- West Brom 2-1 QPR
- West Brom 1-2 Bristol City
Middlesbrough preview: Defensive injury crisis still at large
Defenders George Edmundson, Alfie Jones, Darragh Lenihan, Callum Brittain and Alex Bangura all remain out injured for Middlesbrough. Midfielder Riley McGree is also expected to be absent from the squad.
Predicted lineup: Brynn (GK); Ayling, Malanda, Fry, Targett; Hackney, Morris; Silvera, Whittaker, Burgzorg & Conway
Last five results:
- Fulham 3-1 Middlesbrough
- Middlesbrough 4-0 Southampton
- Derby 1-0 Middlesbrough
- Middlesbrough 0-1 Hull
- Middlesbrough 0-0 Blackburn
Player to watch: Sam Silvera
Sam Silvera has a goal and an assist in his last two Middlesbrough appearances. That included against Premier League opposition in Fulham last time out, so will be a player that West Brom will have to be wary of.