Middlesbrough vs Sunderland Prediction (03.02.2025)

Middlesbrough and Sunderland face each other in a direct clash for a place in the Championship playoffs. The guests are in better form and continue their stable performance, but "Boro" are also not an easy opponent, especially at their stadium. The previous match between the two teams ended with a minimal 1-0 victory for the "Black Cats", which speaks of highly contested encounters between them.

Middlesbrough demonstrates stable home play, rarely conceding many goals. In their last six home games in the Championship, the team has only one defeat and performs solidly in defense. On the other hand, Sunderland is also not a team that concedes many goals, often winning their matches with a minimal result. Furthermore, the previous few matches between these opponents did not offer many goals.

I expect a closed match in which defenses will be key. Both teams will be cautious not to concede the first goal, which could lead to tactical dominance. Considering their statistics and performance throughout the season, I predict under 1.5 goals in the match.

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