Middlesbrough host struggling Wolves at the Riverside this Saturday, with Boro looking to solidify their strong Championship season. With 22 wins and a recent run of two wins, two draws, and just one loss in their last five, Middlesbrough are in excellent form and sit comfortably in the upper echelons of the league. Their impressive 72 goals scored highlights an attacking prowess that Wolves, with a paltry 24 goals all season, will struggle to contain.
Wolves, conversely, are mired in a disastrous campaign. Their 9% win rate and 21 losses paint a grim picture, though their recent form of two wins from five offers a glimmer of hope amidst the gloom. History offers little comfort, with recent head-to-heads showing a mixed bag, including a surprising 2-1 victory for Wolves earlier in the season. However, Boro's current dominance makes them heavy favourites with a 45% win probability. Expect Middlesbrough to push for an early goal, with the ‘over 2.5 goals’ market looking attractive given their attacking verve and Wolves' leaky defence. The key narrative here is Boro's push for promotion against Wolves' desperate fight for survival.
1. R. Vitek, 12. L. Ayling, 4. A. Phillips, 29. A. Malanda, 2. C. Brittain, 10. A. Morris, 8. R. McGree, 17. M. Arfsten, 11. A. Cozier-Duberry, 14. M. Peart-Harris, 7. W. Lankshear
Global 
.png)
