West Bromwich Albion welcome Middlesbrough in a clash between two unpredictable Championship sides. As both teams will adopt an attack-minded approach in Friday's clash, we predict a 2-2 draw. The Baggies head into the match after a hard-fought FA Cup win over Swansea, but the aftermath was costly: Diakite, Whitwell, and Bielik all ended the game with knocks and remain doubtful. Even so, West Brom’s home form has been excellent, winning 75% of their home games and averaging 2 goals scored at The Hawthorns. They also post a strong 1.90 expected goals at home, showing consistent chance creation.
Middlesbrough remain hit by injuries with Edmundson, Jones, Lenihan, and McGree unavailable, though Kim Hellberg’s squad depth has allowed Boro to remain competitive. Their overall form is steadier than WBA’s, with 1.60 points per game and 50% wins, though away results have dipped recently (three straight away defeats). Even so, Boro still score 1.4 goals per away match and average 3 total goals on the road, suggesting an open contest.
As both sides average 3.0+ total goals per game this season, Over 2.5 goals seems like a sure bet, alongside BTTS (WBA see BTTS in 70% of matches; Boro in 60% away) and Middlesbrough or Draw.
This Championship match will be played on Friday 16 January 2026 at 20:00.
What is our West Bromwich vs Middlesbrough prediction?
Our prediction for this match: West Bromwich 2 - 2 Middlesbrough
West Bromwich vs Middlesbrough Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 2-2
- Both Teams To Score (BTTS): Yes
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals
- Anytime Goalscorer: Aune Heggebo @ 187 Odds
- To be booked: Luke Ayling @ 260 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 9.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 160 Odds
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View OfferWest Bromwich Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | lwlld | 1.00 |
| Home | wwlw | 2.25 |
| Away | lllld | 0.17 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 75% | 0% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 3.10 | 3.25 | 3.00 |
| Scored | 1.40 | 2.00 | 1.00 |
| Conceded | 1.70 | 1.25 | 2.00 |
| BTTS | 70% | 75% | 67% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% | 25% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 0% | 33% |
| Expected Goals | 1.69 | 1.90 | 1.56 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.10 | 0.75 | 1.35 |
Middlesbrough Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | dllwl | 1.60 |
| Home | wwdlw | 2.00 |
| Away | wwlll | 1.20 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 60% | 40% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.70 | 2.40 | 3.00 |
| Scored | 1.60 | 1.80 | 1.40 |
| Conceded | 1.10 | 0.60 | 1.60 |
| BTTS | 50% | 40% | 60% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 40% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Expected Goals | 1.82 | 1.98 | 1.65 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.19 | 1.13 | 1.25 |
West Bromwich vs Middlesbrough Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
West Bromwich (37%)
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