Middlesbrough 1-1 Preston

Current streaks

Recent form

Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough's recent form has been a mixed bag, with the team currently sitting in 7th position in the Championship. Their last six games have seen them secure three wins, one draw, and two losses, showcasing inconsistency. Notably, there was a high-scoring game in their 5-0 League Cup defeat to Stoke City, which stands out as an anomaly in their otherwise balanced goal record. The team has demonstrated defensive strength with three clean sheets in their last six matches, including an impressive 3-0 away victory against Leeds United in the League Cup. However, their goal difference of zero and the fact that both teams scored in only 17% of these games suggest a tendency towards low-scoring affairs, with half of their matches featuring under 2.5 goals. Middlesbrough's ability to bounce back from defeats is evident, as they followed both recent losses with wins, including their latest 2-0 away victory against Cardiff City.

Preston

Preston's recent form has been inconsistent, with alternating wins and losses in their last six games. Despite their low league position (21st), they've shown some promising performances, particularly in cup competitions. Their 5-0 victory over Harrogate Town in the League Cup stands out as a high-scoring game, demonstrating their offensive potential. Defensively, Preston has managed three clean sheets in their last six matches, which is a positive sign. However, their Championship form is concerning, with three losses in four games, including a 3-0 defeat to Swansea. The team's goal-scoring record is mixed, averaging 1.5 goals per game, but they've struggled to find the net in two of their league matches. With an even split between games going over and under 2.5 goals, Preston's matches have been unpredictable in terms of scoring.

Recent home/away form

Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough's recent home form has been largely positive, with a notable four-game winning streak that was unfortunately broken in their last two matches. The team's offensive output has been solid, averaging 1.67 goals per game, while their defense has been particularly strong with three clean sheets in six games. However, their most recent match, a 5-0 defeat to Stoke City in the League Cup, stands out as a significant anomaly and their heaviest loss in this period. This high-scoring game, along with their 3-0 victory over Bolton Wanderers and 3-1 win against Watford, contributed to 67% of their matches seeing over 2.5 goals. Despite the recent setbacks, Middlesbrough's overall home performance remains encouraging, with their Championship form helping them secure 7th position in the league.

Preston

Preston's away form presents a mixed picture, with some notable highs and lows. Their last six away games have alternated between wins and losses, showing inconsistency. The team has struggled in recent Championship matches, losing 3-1 to Oxford United and suffering a heavy 3-0 defeat to Swansea. However, they've shown potential for high-scoring performances, particularly in cup competitions and friendlies, with a standout 5-0 victory over Harrogate Town in the League Cup. Preston has managed three clean sheets in these six games, but has also conceded three goals in two separate matches. The statistics reveal that Preston's games tend to be high-scoring affairs, with 83% of their last six matches seeing over 2.5 goals and an impressive average of 3.33 total goals per game.