Middlesbrough 1-1 Cardiff City

Current streaks

Recent form

Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough have shown a mixed run of form in their recent matches, currently sitting 6th in the Championship with 37 points from 24 games. Their last six games have yielded two wins, three draws, and one loss, demonstrating resilience by going five matches unbeaten since their defeat to Leeds United. Notably, Boro have been involved in two high-scoring 3-3 draws in their last four outings, against Plymouth Argyle and Sheffield Wednesday, highlighting their ability to both score and concede goals. The team's attacking and defensive records are perfectly balanced, with 9 goals scored and 9 conceded over the last six matches, averaging 1.5 goals per game in both columns. Middlesbrough have also shown defensive solidity at times, keeping three clean sheets during this period, including in their most recent victory against Hull City.

Cardiff City

Cardiff City have been struggling in recent weeks, finding themselves in 22nd position in the Championship with just 21 points from 23 games. The Bluebirds' form has been patchy, with only one win in their last six matches. They've failed to keep a clean sheet in their last 12 games, which is a concerning defensive record. Their most recent outing, a 1-1 draw with Coventry City, broke a two-match losing streak. Cardiff have been involved in some high-scoring affairs, notably their 3-2 loss to Oxford United and a 2-2 draw with Stoke City. Despite their difficulties, the team have managed to score in five of their last six matches, though their goal difference of -4 over this period highlights their defensive frailties.

Recent home/away form

Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough have shown a solid run of form at home in their recent fixtures, remaining unbeaten in their last four matches at the Riverside Stadium. The Teessiders have been particularly impressive in front of goal, netting 12 times in their last six home games, including a high-scoring 5-1 thrashing of Luton Town. Their defensive record has also been noteworthy, with two clean sheets in this period. However, Middlesbrough have struggled to secure maximum points in their most recent outings, drawing their last two home matches, including a six-goal thriller against Sheffield Wednesday. Despite this, their overall home form has been positive, with three wins, two draws, and only one defeat in the analysed period, contributing significantly to their current 6th position in the Championship table.

Cardiff City

Cardiff City's recent away form has been a mixed bag, with the Bluebirds struggling to find consistency on the road. Despite their low league position, they have shown resilience in their last six away matches, securing one win, three draws, and suffering two losses. Notably, Cardiff have been involved in several high-scoring encounters, with four of their last six away games seeing over 2.5 goals scored. The team have been prolific in front of goal, netting 1.5 times per game on average, but their defensive frailties are evident as they've conceded 1.67 goals per match and failed to keep a clean sheet in this run. An interesting statistic is that both teams have scored in 83% of these away fixtures, highlighting Cardiff's ability to find the net but also their vulnerability at the back. Their most recent away victory against Watford marks a positive turn, potentially signalling an upturn in their fortunes on their travels.