Hull City vs Middlesbrough

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Championship · May 23, 2026 · 14:30

Final score: Hull City 1–0 Middlesbrough

Match preview

The MKM Stadium is set for a pivotal Championship clash on May 23, 2026, as Hull City host Middlesbrough. This encounter holds significant weight for both sides as the season approaches its climax. Hull, with a win rate of 46% (21W 10D 15L), have endured a mixed run of late, securing just one victory in their last five outings alongside two draws and two defeats. Their offensive prowess, boasting 70 goals, is slightly overshadowed by a leaky defence that has conceded 66.

Middlesbrough arrive in East Yorkshire in slightly better fettle, with a 48% win rate (22W 14D 10L) and a more consistent recent record of two wins, two draws, and one loss from their last five. Their 72 goals scored highlight an effective attack, but it’s their robust defence, conceding only 47, that truly sets them apart. This defensive solidity will be a key battleground against Hull's attacking intent. Watch for Middlesbrough's ability to absorb pressure and counter effectively, while Hull will need to be clinical to breach a well-organised Boro backline. The outcome could hinge on which team can impose their tactical strengths most effectively.

Standings

Hull City: #6 · 73 Pts · 46 P (21W 10D 15L)
Middlesbrough: #5 · 80 Pts · 46 P (22W 14D 10L)

Recent form

Hull City

W May 11, 2026: Millwall 0–2 Hull City
D May 8, 2026: Hull City 0–0 Millwall
W May 2, 2026: Hull City 2–1 Norwich
L Apr 25, 2026: Charlton 2–1 Hull City
D Apr 21, 2026: Leicester 2–2 Hull City

Middlesbrough

L May 12, 2026: Southampton 2–1 Middlesbrough
D May 9, 2026: Middlesbrough 0–0 Southampton
D May 2, 2026: Wrexham 2–2 Middlesbrough
W Apr 25, 2026: Middlesbrough 5–1 Watford
W Apr 22, 2026: Middlesbrough 1–0 Sheffield Wednesday

Head-to-head

2025-12-29T19:45:00+00:00: Middlesbrough 0–1 Hull City
2025-12-05T20:00:00+00:00: Hull City 1–4 Middlesbrough
2025-01-01T17:30:00+00:00: Hull City 0–1 Middlesbrough
2024-11-30T12:30:00+00:00: Middlesbrough 3–1 Hull City
2024-04-10T18:45:00+00:00: Hull City 2–2 Middlesbrough

Lineups

Hull City (Formation: 3-4-2-1)

1. I. Pandur, 6. S. Ajayi, 15. J. Egan, 4. C. Hughes, 2. L. Coyle, 27. R. Slater, 25. M. Crooks, 3. R. Giles, 22. K. Joseph, 7. L. Millar, 9. O. McBurnie

Middlesbrough (Formation: 3-4-2-1)

31. S. Brynn, 12. L. Ayling, 6. D. Fry, 29. A. Malanda, 2. C. Brittain, 18. A. Morris, 8. R. McGree, 3. M. Targett, 11. M. Whittaker, 9. T. Conway, 13. D. Strelec

Match events

63' subst Substitution 1 — L. Millar (Hull City) (assists: J. Gelhardt)
70' subst Substitution 1 — D. Strelec (Middlesbrough) (assists: H. Hackney)
76' subst Substitution 2 — R. McGree (Middlesbrough) (assists: S. Hansen)
76' subst Substitution 2 — R. Giles (Hull City) (assists: Y. Hirakawa)
77' subst Substitution 3 — M. Belloumi (Hull City) (assists: C. Drameh)
90'+5 Goal Normal Goal — O. McBurnie (Hull City)
90'+6 Card Yellow Card — O. McBurnie (Hull City)
90'+7 subst Substitution 3 — M. Targett (Middlesbrough) (assists: C. Ibeh)
90'+7 subst Substitution 4 — A. Browne (Middlesbrough) (assists: J. Sarmiento)
90'+8 subst Substitution 4 — L. Coyle (Hull City) (assists: P. McNair)
90'+8 subst Substitution 5 — R. Slater (Hull City) (assists: J. Lundstram)